Prostate cancer is a very common malignant cancer affecting men sixth in order after the cancer of lung, Stomach, liver, colon and rectum.
Diagnosis of cancer prostate:
There are several tests available at present to diagnose the prostate cancer. They are:
Tulasi also known as Holy basil is a small plant grows to a height of about 80-90 cms height with green oval leaves giving an aromatic smell. The plant belongs to the family Lamiacea and Genus Ocimum. Two varieties are very popular Ocimum sanctum and Ocimum tenuiflorum both having the same properties. The plant with green leaves is known as Sri Tulasi and the plant with dark green and slightly reddish leaves is known as Krishna Tulasi. Continue reading
Human Immune deficiency Virus (HIV) is responsible to produce AIDS in human beings. The virus was first detected in certain primates in Africa. The virus was later transmitted through the monkey bites to Humans. In humans it is mostly transmitted through unprotected sexual intercourse. Once entered into the body it will not produce any symptoms for a long time sometimes even up to 10-12 years. It settles in the immune cells of the body and slowly destroys them. This causes weakening of the immune system of the person and exposing him to several infectious diseases like tuberculosis, gastro intestinal diseases etc. The effected person finally succumbs. Continue reading
A new study made by Oregon Health and Science University revealed that Tart Cherry Juice can reduce pain after exercise. Continue reading
Wonder news to those who want to enjoy the sun bath without tanning their skin by filtering the harmful ultra violet rays of the sun. Continue reading
According to a study made by scientists form Biotech firm Cambridge Theranostics that Lycopene a carotinoid antioxidant found in red tomato skin protects against cardiovascular diseases like heat attacks and stroke. They made a pill out Lycopene, Soya bean protein and milk. The pill taken regularly, prevent the formation of harmful fats in the blood and reduce the damage to the blood vessels thereby protecting against heart attacks and strokes. They announced that the pill will be released soon for clinical use and added that it is more powerful than statins. Continue reading
What is meant by breast cancer?
Breast cancer is a cancerous growth deep in the breast tissue. It is most common in women. Less frequently it is also seen in about 1% of cancers occurring in men. It is the major cause of death of cancer in women. Because of the advanced technology to diagnose and treat breast cancers the mortality rate appears to have been reduced slightly. Continue reading
When a person drinks alcohol repeatedly without any control and craves for, it is considered as alcohol abuse. Alcohol abuse has severe effect on his life. His work efficiency reduces, family relations get disrupted and society eliminates him. It also affects his health severely. Therefore it is considered as a serious problem and it should be detected early and controlled to prevent further serious complications. Continue reading
It is a known fact that viewing TV by kids affects adversely their development. Although it is an excellent source for education and entertainment, viewing TV for long periods should be controlled by parents to prevent habit formation. It affects their social life, reading habit, sometimes they may become aggressive and become over weight. Continue reading
Some people having asthma get an attack when they do exercise. This is referred as Exercise Induced Asthma (EIA). This is generally a problem of young people than the adults. The main reason for getting an attack of asthma is due to the fact of increasing the respiratory rate by exercise. Exercise is one among the many reasons to get an attack of asthma. The other reasons are as follows: Continue reading