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BLOOD CANCERS Blood cancers, or hematologic cancers, affect the production and function of blood cells. Most of these cancers start in the bone marrow where blood is produced. Types of Blood Cancers Common types of blood cancer include: Leukemia: Cancer that originates in blood-forming tissue. Non-Hodgkin lymphoma: Cancer that develops in the lymphatic system from cells called lymphocytes, a type of white blood cell that helps the body fight infections. Hodgkin lymphoma: Cancer that develops in the lymphatic system from cells called lymphocytes. Hodgkin lymphoma is marked by the presence of an abnormal lymphocyte called the Reed-Sternberg cell (or B lymphocyte). Multiple myeloma: Cancer that begins in the blood's plasma cells, a type of white blood cell that is made in the bone marrow. Blood Cancer Symptoms : Some common blood cancer symptoms include: Fever, chills Persistent fatigue, weakness Loss of appetite, nausea Unexplained weight loss Night swea
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 Major Risk Factor For Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer Non-small cell lung cancer (NSCLC) is the most common type of #lungcancer. It usually grows and spreads more slowly than small cell lung cancer . Each type of non-small cell lung cancer has different kinds of cancer cells. The cancer cells of each type grow and spread in different ways.   There are 3 common types of NSCLC: Squamous cell carcinoma : Cancer that begins in squamous cells, which are thin, flat cells that look like fish scales. This is also called epidermoid carcinoma. Large cell carcinoma : Cancer that may begin in several types of large cells. Adenocarcinoma : Cancer that begins in the cells that line the alveoli and make substances such as mucus.  Smoking is the major risk factor for non-small cell lung cancer  Anything that increases your chance of getting a disease is called a risk factor. Having a risk factor does not mean that you will get cancer; not having risk factors doesn't mean that
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SYMPTOMS OF PROSTATE CANCER The word "prostate" comes from Medieval Latin prostate and Medieval French prostate. The ancient Greek word prostates means " one standing in front ", from proistanai meaning " set before ". The prostate is so called because of its position - it is at the base of the bladder.                                                       ABOUT PROSTATE CANCER The prostate is a gland in the male reproductive system . It lies just below the bladder (the organ that collects and empties urine) and in front of the rectum (the lower part of the intestine). It is about the size of a walnut and surrounds part of the urethra (the tube that empties urine from the bladder) . The prostate gland makes fluid that is part of the semen.                  Signs and Symptoms of Prostate Cancer   In most cases, prostate cancer symptoms are not apparent in the early stages of the disease . The symptoms of prostate cancer may be differe
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Top 7 Causes of KIDNEY CANCER : Who is at Risk ? Of all types of #KidneyCancer, which can develop in adult, renal cell carcinoma (RCC) is the most common. It accounts for about 90 percent of diagnosed kidney cancer. Although the exact cause is unknown for RCC, there are certain risk factors that can increase the chance of developing kidney cancer. Keep reading to learn about the seven major risk factors. YOUR AGE People have a greater chance of developing RCC, as they get older. YOUR GENDER Males have double the chance of having RCC compared to females. YOUR GENES Genetics may play a role in the development of RCC. Several rare hereditary disorders, such as von Hippel-Lindau disease and hereditary (or familial) papillary RCC, put you at greater risk of developing RCC. Von Hippel-Lindau leads tumor in more than one part of your body. Hereditary papillary RCC is associated with changes in certain genes. YOUR FAMILY HISTORY Even if you do not have any of the inherited
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Breast Cancer Awareness Month - October October is #BreastCancer Awareness Month when worldwide annual campaigns are carried out to highlight the importance of breast cancer awareness, education and research.  Breast cancer is a malignant tumor that starts in the cells of the breast and can gradually spread to other parts of the body. With the help of regular mammography screening, breast cancers can be found at an early stage. The most common sign of breast cancer is a lump formation in the breast. Breast cancer is the most common cancer among American women, except for skin cancers. About 1 in 8 women in the U.S. may develop invasive breast cancer during their lifetime. Breast cancers can start from different parts of the breast, with the most common ones beginning in the ducts that carry milk to the nipple (ductal cancers). Some start in the glands that make breast milk (lobular cancers). It can spread through the lymph system, which includes lymph nodes, lymph vess
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Cost Of Cancer, Diabetes, Blood Pressure Drugs Reduced By Around 25% Prices of 56 important medicines used in treatment of cancer , diabetes, bacterial infections and blood pressure have been capped by the government, thereby reducing the cost by an average of around 25 per cent. Products of major pharmaceuticals firms - including Abbott Healthcare, Cipla, Lupin, Alembic, Alkem Laboratories, Novartis, Biocon, Intas Pharmaceuticals, Hetero Healthcare and erstwhile Ranbaxy (now Sun Pharmaceutical Industries) - will be affected by the new price cap announced by drug price regulator NPPA (National Pharmaceutical Pricing Authority). The capping of the prices of 56 scheduled formulations of Schedule-I is being carried out under the Drugs (Price Control) Amendment Order, 2016, and retail prices of eight formulations under the Drugs (Prices Control) Order, 2013. The government fixes the prices of essential drugs based on the simple average of all medicines in a particular thera
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Generic Erlotinib Cancer Medicine What is Erlotinib # Erlotinib is a targeted therapy. # Erlotinib is classified as a epidermal growth factor receptor (EGFR) inhibitor - protein-tyrosine kinase inhibitor. Erlotinib comes in form of tablets and available under 100 mg and 150 mg strength under various brands from indian and multinational manufacturers. Uses of Erlotinib Erlotinib is used for:- Treating certain types of advanced or metastatic # lungcancer . Treating certain types of # pancreaticcancer in combination with another medicine (gemcitabine). Most Common Side Effects of Erlotinib Diarrhea Weakness Rash Cough Shortness of breath Loss of appetite (not wanting to eat) Fatigue (feeling very tired) Nausea If any of these effects persist or worsen, notify your doctor or pharmacist promptly. This is not a complete list of possible side effects. If you notice other effects not listed above, contact your doctor or pharmacist. Im
Are You Aware of Basic Facts About CANCER What is Cancer? Cancer is a group of many diseases. Cancer occurs when abnormal cells begin to grow uncontrollably. Unlike normal cells which divide only to replace or repair damaged cells, cancer cells continue to grow and spread out of control. Each cancer is named after the part of body where it begins for example kidney cancer. Individual Types of Cancer There are said to be over 200 different types of cancer. But these are some common types of Cancer. Anal cancer Bladder cancer Bone cancer Breast cancer Cervical cancer Colon cancer Colorectal cancer Endometrial cancer Kidney cancer Leukemia Liver cancer Lymphoma Ovarian cancer Pancreatic cancer Prostate cancer Stomach cancer Testicular cancer Thyroid cancer Vaginal cancer Vulvar cancer WHAT CAUSES Cancer Cancer is a broad group of diseases and each cancer has different possible causes. Common known causes of Cancer are genetic factors,
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Cancer is a disease caused by an uncontrolled division of abnormal cells in a part of the body. Cancer is not just one disease, there are many types of cancer. There are said to be over 200 different types of cancer such as Bone cancer, Breast Cancer, Colorectal cancer, Kidney cancer, Liver cancer, Pancreatic cancer, Prostate cancer etc. According to the American Cancer Society, Cancer is the second most common cause of death in the US . So, OddwayInternational is providing AntiCancer medicines worldwide at much discounted rates to those who cannot afford expensive price of these medicines at your doorstep. Afinitor 10 mg Everolimus Tablets Afinitor Everolimus 10 mg Tablets Afinitor Everolimus 10 mg Tablets Details Brand Name :  Afinitor Active Ingredients :  Everolimus Manufactured by: Novartis Pharmaceuticals Ltd. Strength: 10 mg Form:  Tablets Packing: Pack of 30 Tablets Regorafenib 40mg Tablets Bayer Regorafenib Tablets Bayer Regorafenib Tab