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10 things to know about neuroendocrine tumors

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hepatoma symptoms :: Article Creator Fatty Liver Causes Symptoms Complications And Prevention Fatty liver disease, also known as hepatic steatosis, is a condition where fat builds up in the liver. While having small amounts of fat in the liver is normal, excessive accumulation can lead to inflammation, damage, and even severe liver complications.Moreover, the awareness around fatty liver is so low that people do not realise until it's too late. So, what exactly causes fatty liver? Is it a severe condition, if yes how can it affect the infected individual? How to prevent it? Fatty liver disease cause Fatty liver disease can be categorized into two primary types based on its cause: alcoholic fatty liver disease (AFLD) and non-alcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD). Both types share common mechanisms of fat buildup but differ in their triggers. Alcoholic Fatty Liver Disease (AFLD): AFLD occurs due to excessive alcohol consumption. The liver meta...

IMFINZI® (durvalumab) plus chemotherapy approved in the US for mismatch repair deficient advanced or recurrent endometrial cancer

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late cancer diagnosis :: Article Creator Could The FDA's Recently Approved Pap Smear Alternative Reduce Racial Disparities In Cervical Cancer Deaths? January marks Cervical Health Awareness Month. Around 11,500 Americans are diagnosed with cervical cancer each year, according to data from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, and in 2022, over 4,000 people died from the disease despite it being considered highly preventable. White women are more likely to be diagnosed with cervical cancer than any other group, CDC data shows. However, a 2022 study published in the Journal of Clinical Oncology found greater rates of diagnosis were mostly due to higher levels of screening. Black women have the lowest screening rates, the study found, "strongly driven by insurance and site of care, underscoring the value of addressing systemic inequity." For decades, a Pap smear has been the standard way to detect cervical cancer. The uncomfor...

Cancer Ribbon Colors, Meanings, and Months

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less common symptoms of breast cancer :: Article Creator 5 Crucial Breast Cancer Warning Signs Black Women Must Know Health experts reveal key symptoms as breast cancer remains leading cause of cancer deaths among Black women While breast pain commonly occurs during menstrual cycles or pregnancy, certain types of discomfort may signal more serious concerns. Healthcare providers describe cancer-related breast pain as distinct from routine hormonal discomfort, often manifesting as a persistent burning sensation or unusual tenderness. Women should pay particular attention to pain that doesn't follow typical monthly patterns or appears localized to specific areas. Nipple discharge requires attention Among early warning signs, unusual nipple discharge often appears before other symptoms become noticeable. Medical experts emphasize that while not all discharge indicates cancer, certain characteristics warrant immediate medical attention. Discharge ...