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Medical News on Cancer

What is a free PSA test and what is it for?

May 31, 2018

A free PSA test measures the level of prostate-specific antigens that are not bound to other proteins in the blood. This test can help doctors to diagnose problems with the prostate, including cancer. In this article, we look at how a free PSA test differs from a total PSA test, and what the results can mean.  Read More

Common toothpaste ingredient may promote colon cancer

May 31, 2018

Triclosan is a widely used ingredient in household goods. A study in mice shows that it may have a negative impact on gut inflammation and cancer growth. Read More

Targeting this gene could kill prostate cancer

May 30, 2018

Could a long noncoding RNA that has a role in androgen receptor signaling in prostate cancer be a treatment target that does not lead to resistance? Read More

Viruses reprogrammed to attack cancer

May 29, 2018

Scientists have designed a way to reprogram viruses. They have trained them to attack cancerous cells but leave healthy tissue unscathed.  Read More

Weight loss reduces skin cancer risk

May 26, 2018

A recent study followed individuals who had undergone obesity surgery. They found that the procedure significantly reduced their risk of skin cancer. Read More

How should you prepare for a colonoscopy?

May 25, 2018

Preparation is important before a colonoscopy. Eating particular foods and stopping certain medications can help doctors to get as clear a view of the colon as possible. In this article, we look at the steps that people should take before having a colonoscopy, along with what to expect during the procedure. Read More

Can saw palmetto reduce enlarged prostate?

May 24, 2018

Saw palmetto is an herbal remedy with many potential uses in healthcare. One such use is the treatment of benign prostate hyperplasia (BPH). Although a popular remedy, research into the herb’s efficacy is still ongoing and the results to date are inconclusive. Here, we look at the other treatments also available. Read More

Can BPH cause kidney failure?

May 23, 2018

Benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH) refers to enlargement of the prostate that is unrelated to cancer. Because of the positions of the prostate and kidneys, an enlarged prostate can cause kidney, or renal, failure. Knowing the symptoms can ensure quick treatment. Learn about the links between renal failure and BPH here. Read More

Is green tea good for BPH?

May 23, 2018

There are many potential treatments for an enlarged prostate or benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH). Many people look to green tea to manage their BPH, and the science suggests that it may offer relief for some symptoms, and provide other health benefits. Learn more about green tea for BPH, and whether it works, here. Read More

Lung cancer destroyed with tea leaf nanoparticles

May 21, 2018

Researchers destroyed up to 80 percent of lung cancer cells using a type of nanoparticle called 'quantum dots,' which they derived from tea leaves.  Read More

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