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Common Misconceptions About Cancer

A Diagnosis of Cancer is a Certain Death Sentence Cancer is not an automatic cause of death. Recovery rates are continually getting better as scientists gain a deeper understanding of cancer and develop more effective treatments. It is also important to keep in mind that survival rates are highly variable depending on the specific type of cancer being treated. For instance, the five-year survival rate for testicular cancer in the United Kingdom is 98%, whereas the five-year survival rate for pancreatic cancer is only 1%. The Cancerous Condition is Infectious This is a common fallacy. Cancer is not an infectious disease. Cancer cannot be passed on to other people even if one person has it. On the other hand, cancers of the […]

Curettage

Facts About Curettage At a curettage removes some of the uterine lining. This may be after an abortion or delivery, wherein the uterus has not emptied completely. You can also make a D & C to investigate the uterus or cervix cell changes. It is a small procedure that can be done under general anesthesia or local anesthesia What curettage? The uterus is the size of a fist and has a thick wall, which mostly consists of muscles. Inside the uterus, there is a cavity that is lined with a mucous membrane. During menstruation loosens mucous membrane and runs out together with the blood. Until next ovulation built mucosa up again. If you become pregnant, put the egg stuck in […]

What Happens at Fertilization?

Facts About Fertilization Fertile women usually ovulate once a month, midway between two menstrual periods By intercourse during this period the egg could be fertilized by sperm from a man Fertilization occurs most often in the fallopian tube, and the egg will After a few more days transportation become lodged in the uterine lining Reproduction All living things reproduce for the species should not to become extinct. Reproduction is a term for the process by which organisms, including humans, are creating new organisms like themselves. It is one of the fundamental characteristics that define life. What is fertilization? Fertilization in humans involves a sperm sperm from the man penetrates an egg from the woman. In most cases fertilization occurs as […]

Cancer Of The Cervix

Facts About Cancer Of The Cervix Cervical cancer is cancer of the part of the uterus that protrudes into the vagina In South Africa, about 400 women diagnosed with cervical cancer each year The disease caused by Human Papilloma Virus (HPV) which is transmitted sexually Will the disease detected in an early stage, it can be operated away. In later stages, chemo and possibly. radiotherapy necessary 88% of women will be alive one year after diagnosis, 67% will be alive after five years Survival depends on the stage of the disease Abdominal cancer Those who are diagnosed with abdominal cancer, whether it is cancer of the uterus, ovaries or cervix, gets many considerations: Why was I sick? How will it go […]

Gynaecological Examinations

Facts About Gynaecological Examinations Gynecology is the study of diseases of the female genitalia. It is a medical specialty, which includes signs of disease and diseases of the ovaries, fallopian tubes, uterus, cervix, vagina and area surrounding the vaginal opening Clearing possible disease of the female genital organs consist of a medical history, a gynecological examination and an ultrasound scan of the abdomen if necessary. Additional studies What gynaecology? Gynecology is the study of diseases of the female genitalia. It is a medical specialty, which includes signs of disease and diseases of the ovaries, fallopian tubes, uterus, cervix, vagina and the area surrounding the vaginal opening. Diseases can be inflammations, tumors, bleeding disorders, urinary leakage and infertility. Obstetrics, the doctrine […]

Cervical Polyps

Facts About Cervical Polyps A polyp of the cervix is an outgrowth of a few mm to cm Polyps which arise from the cervical canal, protruding through the cervix and can be seen by the gynecological examination Polyps of the cervix is frequent and about 99% are benign and harmless Your doctor can remove the polyp by gynecological examination and will always send for further investigation What is cervical polyps? The cervix is the part of the uterus that reaches down into the vagina. In the middle of the cervix is the external cervical os, which is the opening into the narrow cervix canal that connects the vagina and the uterine cavity. A polyp of the cervix is an outgrowth […]

Uterine Prolapse Causes

Facts About Uterine Prolapse Causes Uterine prolapse or prolapse of the genitals caused by a weakening of the pelvic muscles and joints It occurs in approximately 50% of women over 40, but only about 6% have symptoms Typical causes are births (big kids, twins), heavy physical labor, constipation, heredity, obesity and COPD disease Typical symptoms include heaviness, urinary / bowel problems, ulcers, if the drop is outside the vaginal opening The uterus is normally held in place in the basin using different muscles, tissues and ligaments. If these muscles and tissues become weakened, may develop one descent of the uterus. This can happen after childbirth or after a difficult birth. The tissue becomes weaker – also with age – and […]

Vaginismus

Vaginismus (also known as vaginal penetration disorder) is the difficulty of performing intercourse, due to the contraction involuntary of the muscles of the lower third of the vaginal. It is an uncommon condition and women who suffer from vaginismus can enjoy sexual play and achieve orgasm since this dysfunction is not related to sexual response. Most of the causes of vaginismus are psychic. Lack of sexual information or lack of communication, leading to fear or fear; traumatic experiences, fear of pregnancy, fear of contracting sexually transmitted diseases, painful experiences in visiting the gynecologist, sexual abuse, etc. The primary muscle group involved is the pubococcygeus, or the PC muscle group. Vaginal spasms interfere with sexual intercourse leading to a broad range […]

HPV Infection

Facts About HPV Infections HPV infection can lead to condyloma (genital warts), cervical cancer, penile cancer, colorectal cancer, and cancer almond 80% of sexually active will in their lives have had an HPV infection HPV is sexually transmitted The vast majority of infections disappear all by itself and causes no illness or symptoms One can reduce the incidence of cervical cancer and genital warts by vaccinating girls against HPV Boys are not currently under the vaccination program What is HPV? HPV stands for Human Papilloma Virus. There are over 100 different types of HPV virus. Some HPV types can cause genital warts, other HPV virus can cause cell changes on the cervix and HPV is also instrumental in the development of […]

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