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    Pulmonary Embolism / 19 Feb 2016

    Pulmonary Embolism Causes

    Pulmonary Embolisms Can Be Life-Threatening – Learn If the Associated Factors Put You at Risk Learn what causes a pulmonary embolism, the relationship between leg and lung blood clots, and what factors may put you at risk for the development of this life-threatening blood clot. A Pulmonary Embolism (PE) results when an artery in the lung suddenly becomes blocked. Typically, the blockage is caused by a blood clot that has travelled to the lung from another source in the body. PE is considered a serious condition that warrants emergency medical attention as it can: Decrease oxygen levels in your blood. Damage part of your lung due to lack of blood flow to your lung tissues, which can lead to increased pressure in the pulmonary arteries called pulmonary hypertension. Damage other organs within your body due to a lack of oxygen. Result in death if there are many clots or the blood clot is large. What Causes a Pulmonary Embolism? A PE typically begins as a deep vein thrombosis, which is a blood clot in a deep vein of your leg. If the clot should break free, it can travel through your bloodstream to your lungs, suddenly blocking an artery. There are other causes of PE, however they are rare. They include part of a tumor, an air bubble, or other tissue within your body that travels to the lungs and causes a pulmonary embolism. In addition, should a large bone in the body become broken, such as the thigh bone, fat from the bone marrow can break off and travel through the bloodstream with the potential to reach the lungs and cause a PE. Pulmonary Embolism Risk Factors Certain factors make you more at risk for developing a pulmonary embolism, such as a pulmonary embolism family history or an inherited…

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    Cancer / 27 Oct 2015

    Warning Signs of Testicular Cancer

    Signs and Symptoms of Testicular Cancer There are a number of signs and symptoms that are associated with testicular cancer. In certain cases, testicular cancer might not be accompanied by any symptoms at all. Likewise, signs of testicular cancer can actually be related to other conditions altogether. Risks for Testicular Cancer A man’s chance for developing testicular cancer can be heightened due to cryptorchidism (a testicle that has not yet descended), developmental problems in either testicle, genes, race, and age. Early Symptoms One of the earliest indications of the onset of testicular cancer is an enlarged testicle or one that possesses a hardened, thick lump. If you have noticed a lump on one of your testicles, it could be the result of unrelated conditions. In some cases, a lump can be a cyst, a varicocele, or a hydrocele. It can also indicate a hernia. Unfortunately, some men won’t know that they have testicular cancer until it has spread beyond the testicle(s) to other bodily areas. This is why it’s incredibly important to self-examine often. Early detection can create optimal conditions for treatment. Warning Signs of Testicular Cancer Swelling/pain in either of the testicles. Fortunately, discomfort or pain in the testicles can be attributed to non-cancerous conditions such as infection or injury. Regardless of how you believe the pain/swelling was caused, you should certainly see a doctor to get a proper diagnosis. A heavy sensation of the scrotum, or a change in feeling of a testicle. Common examples of conditions indicating testicular cancer include increased firmness or a change in testicle size. Minor, dull pain of the groin or abdonmen. Fluid buildup of the scrotum. Growth or sensitivity in the breasts. It’s possible that tumors in the testicle can encourage hormonal changes in the breasts. For example, gynecomastia can occur. Pain…

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    Cancer / 27 Oct 2015

    Signs, Symptoms and Treatment for Leukemia

    Understanding Your Leukemia Diagnosis Countless billions have spent on cancer research in order to understand how this disease develops and what can be done to treat it. Leukemia is a form of cancer that begins in a patient’s blood and must be treated as quickly as possible in order to slow its spread and limit the side effects. Patients that have a high risk of developing leukemia should understand some of the most common detection methods and how to improve their prognosis if they are diagnosed with this disease. What Is It? Cancer is a term that is used to describe a number of different diseases that produce abnormal cells in the human body. Leukemia is one type of cancer that begins by changing cells in the patient’s blood. What makes leukemia dangerous is the fact that it damages an individual’s white blood cells and affects their ability to fight off infections. Around 50,000 cases of leukemia occur within the United States each year. Common Signs and Symptoms Leukemia is often difficult to detect because the side effects are similar to many other conditions. Most patients will begin to notice some minor abnormalities with their health such as unexplained weight loss and chronic fatigue. Many will also experience frequent and severe illnesses that resemble the flu with side effects such as a fever, cold sweats, enlarged lymph nodes, insomnia, and skin infections. During the later stages of this disease, deep throbbing around bones and joints is a common occurrence. What to Do After a Diagnosis Any patient that experiences these side effects should immediately speak with their doctor about being tested. This test involves taking a sample from the patient’s blood as well as their bone marrow. If these tests do confirm that it is leukemia, then the doctor will…

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