Prostate Cancer

Prostate Cancer is a Tumor that composed of Cells from Prostate Gland. This tumor normally grows slowly and remains limited to the Glands for many years. The Tumor produces less or no symptoms during this time. All the Prostate Cancer is not similar. Some types of Prostate Cancer grow quickly and spread that can cause shortening of life in people affected by this disease.

Measure of Prostate Cancer fierceness is calculated by an expert Pathologist, observing the Prostate biopsy Specimen under Microscope.

As the Cancer progresses, it may spread beyond the Prostate into the nearby tissues. This Cancer can also metastasize to the other areas of body like bones, Lungs and Liver etc.

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Causes of Prostate Cancer

• The risk factors for Prostate Cancer may involve age, genetics, hormonal changes, environmental factors like Toxins, Chemicals and industrial items. The chances of Prostate Cancer increases with the increase in age, it mostly occurs after the age of 40 years. : Some researchers say that among men over 80 years of age, 50-80% of them are affected due to Prostate Cancer and they are mostly diagnosed after the age of 65 years.
• Genetics play an important role in the risk of developing Prostate Cancer. The risk of Prostate Cancer is 2 to 3 times more in people having family history of this disease.
• Testosterone, the male hormone is produced by the Testicles, affects the growth of normal Prostate tissue and the Prostate Cancer cells. This hormone can aid in the development and growth of Prostate Cancer. The decrease in the level of Testosterone can reduce the growth of Prostate Cancer.
• The Sexually transmitted infections are also risk factors for developing Prostate Cancer. People with sexually transmitted infections have 1.5 times more chance of developing this disease as compare to the healthy people.
• Environmental factors like Cigarette and diets are rich in saturated fat so, they appear to increase the risk of Prostate Cancer.
• The Toxins in the environment may promote the development of Prostate Cancer.
• Geographical factors may also play an important role in the development of Prostate Cancer with men living in North American countries are at higher risk for this disease as compare to the men living in other areas.
• There is no relationship is found between frequency of sexual activity and the chances of developing Prostate Cancer.

Symptoms of Prostate Cancer

In early stages, prostate Cancer does not show any symptom for many years.

Following are the symptoms of Prostate Cancer

• Enlarge Urethra
• Irregular flow of Urine
• Difficulty in Urination
• Burning in Urination
• Blood in Urine
• Blockage of Urine
• Pain while Urination
• Fatigue
• Malaise
• Weight Loss
• Back pain
• Pelvic pain
• Abdominal Pain
• Jaundice
• Yellow color of Skin
• Chest pain
• Coughing

Diagnosis of Prostate Cancer

Prostate Cancer diagnosed with the help of Biopsy of Prostate Gland. If the digital Rectum test of Prostate is not normal, a Prostate Cancer may exist, Biopsy is then suggested along with the Ultrasound images of the area.

A small part of Prostate tissue is taken through a cutting needle and a Tru cut biopsy is done.

A Pathologist analyzes the sample of tissues with the help of a microscope to know about the type of Cancer present in the Prostate and the level of involvement of Prostate with this tumor.

Following are the treatment options for Prostate Cancer

1. Radiation Therapy
2. Cryotherapy
3. Chemotherapy
4. Surgery

Prevention for Prostate Cancer

No special measures are found to prevent this condition. We can prevent the development of the cancer by making early diagnosis and then trying to cure the disease as soon as possible.

• Some researchers suggest some dietary measures to prevent the development including Low Fat diets, Red Meats etc.
• Soybeans decrease the amount of Testosterone in the Blood and can control the growth of Prostate Cancers.
• Tomatoes, Mineral Selenium and Vitamin E may slow the growth of this Cancer.
• The use of medications like Finasteride and Dutasteride reduces the chences of getting this Cancer. These medications may also help in shrinking the size of Prostate and reducing the symptoms of this condition.

There was a time when this disease was incurable but now many effective treatment are available that may save the lives of people around the world.

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Triglyceride

I made a research on what is triglyceride, causes of high level and how to lower it. Because based on the result of our annual check up my husband has a high level of triglyceride. As a wife, I am so much concern with his health, I wanted to know what is the risk of having a high level of triglyceride and what we should do to lower his triglyceride aside from taking medicine prescribed by his doctor . And also how to maintain its normal level.

What is Triglycerides?
Triglycerides are common type of fats (lipids) that are essential for good health when present in normal amounts. It is present in food as well as manufactured by the body.

High triglyceride levels are associated with known risk factor for hearth disease and obesity. It may contribute to a type of thickening of the artery walls.

Causes of High Levels
1. When someone eats a diet that is high in carbohydrates (starches and sugars) and saturated fats.
2. People who are obese or who rarely exercise.
3. It can also be caused by a number of medical conditions and other factors such as:

Diabetes

Hypothyroidism, or lack of thyroid hormone

Kidney Disease

Estrogen replacement therapy

Rare genetic conditions

How to Lower It

1. Decrease the amount of saturated fat in the diet.

2. Eat a balanced, heart healthy diet.

3. Start regular exercise program.

4. Achieve and maintain a healthy weight.

5. Control diabetes and high blood pressure.