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Colorectal cancer

2009 October 2
Posted by michelinehugee064

As we know that the cancer is a group of more than 100 types of diseases. It affects the body’s basic unit called cell. Cancer occurs in the body when cells become abnormal along with uncontrolled division of cells. Colon is a part of digestive system where waste materials are stored. And rectum is the end of the colon which is adjacent to anus.

Tumors of colon and rectum are growths which arises from the inner wall of the larger intestine. Benign tumors are termed as polyps of the larger intestine. Malignant tumors are cancerous. Benign polyps do not spread to other parts of the body and can be cured with the help of colonscopy. The risk factors of colorectal cancer includes high fat intake, family histoy , chronic ulcerative colitis etc.

colorectal cancer sympotms are still numerous and non specific. It includes fatigue, weakness, shortness of breath, narrow stools, diarrhea, constipation , red blood in the stool, abdominal pain , weight loss etc. In case of suspicious patient the doctor performs colonscopy to diagnose the tumor. Besides this , x-rays, ultrasonography, and CAT scan of the lungs , liver and abdomen are performed to avoid the metastasis to these parts. To avoid the risk of colorectal cancer, early detection and removal of precancerous colon polyps should be done before making it deadly. Treatments involves surgery, chemotherapy, radiation therapy etc. After the treatment follow-up exams are crucial in case of colon cancer as it has the chances of recurring. Follow -up exams means physical examination, blood tests of the liver enzymes , chest x-rays, CAT scans of the abdomen etc are regualarly done by the doctor .

In western world, its playing crucial role in causing death. For lessening its cases a clear understanding of the causes and course of the disease is needed. It has shown the need of thehour to screen and prevention of this disease.

Collagen tablets

Collagen tablets

2009 October 2
Posted by michelinehugee064

We know that collagen helps in maintaining the connective tissue of our body such as cartilage, ligaments and also tendons. But as we get older, production of collagen degresses. As a result, people come across stiff joints pain. Now, one can go for collagen tablets available in the market.

Actually, we start losing the collagen once we reach the age of 25, at the rate of 1.5 percentage per year. It means that by the time one reaches in their 40′s, nearly one-third of the collagen they had in their youth will be over. As a result, our skin loses elasticity and wrinkles begin to form.

Elderly people who suffers from arthritis, collagen tablets help them to over come the dreadful pain. Although, there are many applications available in the market such as skin cream and lotions, but one can also go for the most effective ways to replace lost collagen is either through expensive and uncomfortable injections or by taking the collagen tablets orally.

One should follow the description given by the doctor regarding the usage of collagen tablets. Once collagen tablets are taken, it dissovles in the body and carried by the bloodstream to the areas where it is needed. This makes the skin more firmer and younger, and the person starts feeling young especially in the case of stiff joints.

As we get older, we tend to lose our lean muscle tissue. This is related to collagen, and intake of tablets will help in replenishing the muscle. In addition, one can see the improvement in nail and hair growth also. In order to benefit the natural repair of the body, one should advised to take collagen tablets before bed time.

Colorectal cancer