Breast Cancer/ ALL Cancer Awareness

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Hello everyone! I started a thread in christian ladies forum specifically for the cancers that women get, but I feel it has'nt gotten much exposure in there since no one has replied to it. So I'm creating this thread for ALL cancers. The first one I would like to address is breast cancer, since some of the ladies on here have pm'ed me and told me that they or someone they know is going through that right now.

Please feel free to add to this thread if you wish. It is for all types of cancer. I want to dedicate this thread to all those who are fighting ANY type of cancer right now. :) Keep fighting and dont give up!

FACTS ABOUT BREAST CANCER IN THE UNITED STATES


  • One in eight women will be diagnosed with breast cancer in their lifetime.
  • Breast cancer is the most commonly diagnosed cancer in women.
  • Breast cancer is the second leading cause of death among women.
  • Each year it is estimated that over 220,000 women in the United States will be diagnosed with breast cancer and more than 40,000 will die.
  • Although breast cancer in men is rare, an estimated 2,150 men will be diagnosed with breast cancer and approximately 410 will die each year.

A GLOBAL BURDEN

According to the World Health Organization, breast cancer is the most common cancer among women worldwide, claiming the lives of hundreds of thousands of women each year and affecting countries at all levels of modernization.
GOOD NEWS ABOUT BREAST CANCER TRENDS

In recent years, perhaps coinciding with the decline in prescriptivehormone replacement therapy after menopause, we have seen a gradual reduction in female breast cancer incidence rates among women aged 50 and older. Death rates from breast cancer have been declining since about 1990, in part to better due to screening and early detection, increased awareness, and continually improving treatment options.


** This article is taken from http://www.nationalbreastcancer.org/breast-cancer-facts.


For more information, please visit these websites: Breastcancer.org - Breast Cancer Information and Awareness. Information, Awareness & Donations - National Breast Cancer Foundation and http://www.cancer.gov.


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Thank you to all who read this, to all who contribute to it. :) Please help me spread the awareness!
 
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mailmandan

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Have you heard of a Ketogenic Diet which is said to starve cancer cells? Very interesting article with video!

http://www.cbn.com/cbnnews/healthscience/2012/December/Starving-Cancer-Ketogenic-Diet-a-Key-to-Recovery/
 
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mailmandan said:
Have you heard of a Ketogenic Diet which is said to starve cancer cells? Very interesting article with video!

http://www.cbn.com/cbnnews/healthscience/2012/December/Starving-Cancer-Ketogenic-Diet-a-Key-to-Recovery/
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​mailmandan, no I have'nt but I will be sure to visit this link! Thank you! :)
 
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The next type of cancer I want to bring awareness to is lung cancer. I know that some of you have a loved one fighting this right now. The following article is from http://www.medicinenet.com/lung_cancer/page2.htm.


What is lung cancer?

Cancer of the lung, like all cancers, results from an abnormality in the body's basic unit of life, the cell. Normally, the body maintains a system of checks and balances on cell growth so that cells divide to produce new cells only when new cells are needed. Disruption of this system of checks and balances on cell growth results in an uncontrolled division and proliferation of cells that eventually forms a mass known as a tumor. Tumors can be benign or malignant, when we speak of "cancer", we are referring to those tumors that are malignant. Benign tumors usually can be removed and do not spread to other parts of the body. Malignant tumors, on the other hand, grow aggressively and invade other tissues of the body, allowing entry of the tumor cells into the bloodstream or lymphatic system and then into other sites in the body. This process of spread is termed metastasis; the areas of tumor growth at these distant sites are called metasteses. Since lung cancer tends to spread or mestasticize very early after it forms, it is a very life-threatening cancer and one of the most difficult cancers to treat. While lung cancer can spread to any organ in the body, certain locations -- particularly the adrenal glands, liver, brain, and bones -- are the most common sites for lung cancer metastasis.The lung also is a very common site for metastasis from tumors in other parts of the body. Tumor metastases are made up of the same type of cells as the original (primary) tumor. For example, if prostate cancer spreads via the bloodstream to the lungs, it is metastatic prostate cancer in the lung and is not lung cancer.
The principal function of the lungs is to exchange gases between the air we breathe and the blood. Through the lung, carbon dioxide is removed from the bloodstream and oxygen from inspired air enters the bloodstream. The right lung has three lobes, while the left lung is divided into two lobes and a small structure called the lingula that is the equivalent of the middle lobe on the right. The major airways entering the lungs are the bronchi, which arise from the trachea. The bronchi branch into progressively smaller airways called bronchioles that end in tiny sacs known as alveoli where gas exchange occurs. The lungs and chest wall are covered with a thin layer of tissue called the pleura. Lung cancers can arise in any part of the lung, but 90% to 95% of cancers of the lung are thought to arise from the epithelial cells, the cells lining the larger and smaller airways (bronchi and bronchioles); for this reason, lung cancers are sometimes called bronchogenic cancers or bronchogenic carcinomas. (Carcinoma is another term for cancer.) Cancers also can arise from the pleura (called mesotheliomas) or rarely from supporting tissues within the lungs, for example, the blood vessels.
 
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This post is about uterine cancer. The following article is taken from http://www.nlm.nih.gov/medlineplus/uterinecancer.html.




The uterus, or womb, is an important female reproductive organ. It is the place where a baby grows when a women is pregnant. There are different types of uterine cancer. The most common type starts in the endometrium, the lining of the uterus. This type of cancer is sometimes called endometrial cancer.
The symptoms of uterine cancer include

  • Unusual vaginal bleeding or discharge
  • Trouble urinating
  • Pelvic pain
  • Pain during intercourse
Uterine cancer usually occurs after menopause. Being obese and taking estrogen-alone hormone replacement therapy (also called menopausal hormone therapy) also increase your risk. Treatment varies depending on your overall health, how advanced the cancer is and whether hormones affect its growth. Treatment is usually ahysterectomy, which is surgery to remove the uterus. The ovaries and fallopian tubes are also removed. Other options include hormone therapy and radiation.
NIH: National Cancer Institute


 
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The next cancer I want to bring awareness to is colon cancer. The following article is taken from http://www.nlm.nih.gov/medlineplus/ency/article/000262.htm

Colon, or colorectal, cancer is cancer that starts in the large intestine (colon) or the rectum (end of the colon).
Other types of cancer can affect the colon. These include lymphoma, carcinoid tumors, melanoma, and sarcomas. These are rare. In this article, colon cancer refers to colon carcinoma only.
[h=2]Causes[/h]In the United States, colorectal cancer is one of the leading causes of deaths due to cancer. Early diagnosis can often lead to a complete cure.
Almost all colon cancers start in the lining of the colon and rectum. When doctors talk about colorectal cancer, this is usually what they are talking about.
There is no single cause of colon cancer. Nearly all colon cancers begin as noncancerous (benign) polyps, which slowly develop into cancer.
You have a high risk of colon cancer if you:

  • Are older than 60
  • Are African American or of eastern European descent
  • Eat a a lot of red or processed meats
  • Have colorectal polyps
  • Have inflammatory bowel disease (Crohn disease or ulcerative colitis)
  • Have a family history of colon cancer
  • Have a personal history of breast cancer
Some inherited diseases also increase the risk of developing colon cancer. One of the most common is a type of polyp called familial adenomatous polyposis (FAP). What you eat may play a role in getting colon cancer. Colon cancer may be linked to a high-fat, low-fiber diet and to a high intake of red meat. Some studies have found that the risk does not drop if you switch to a high-fiber diet, so this link is not yet clear.
Smoking cigarettes and drinking alcohol are other risk factors for colorectal cancer.
[h=2]Symptoms[/h]Many cases of colon cancer have no symptoms. If there are symptoms, the following may indicate colon cancer:

[h=2]Exams and Tests[/h]Through screening tests, colon cancer can be detected before symptoms develop. This is when the cancer is most curable.
Your doctor will perform a physical exam and press on your belly area. The physical exam rarely shows any problems, although the doctor may feel a lump (mass) in the abdomen. A rectal exam may reveal a mass in patients with rectal cancer, but not colon cancer.
A fecal occult blood test (FOBT) may detect small amounts of blood in the stool. This may suggest colon cancer. A sigmoidoscopy, or more likely a colonoscopy, will be done to evaluate the cause of blood in your stool.
Only colonoscopy can see the entire colon. This is the best screening test for colon cancer. Blood tests may be done for those diagnosed with colorectal cancer, including:

If you are diagnosed with colorectal cancer, more tests will be done to see if the cancer has spread. This is called staging. CT or MRI scans of the abdomen, pelvic area, chest, or brain may be used to stage the cancer. Sometimes, PET scans are also used.
Stages of colon cancer are:

  • Stage 0: Very early cancer on the innermost layer of the intestine
  • Stage I: Cancer is in the inner layers of the colon
  • Stage II: Cancer has spread through the muscle wall of the colon
  • Stage III: Cancer has spread to the lymph nodes
  • Stage IV: Cancer has spread to other organs outside the colon
Blood tests to detect tumor markers, such as carcinoembryonic antigen (CEA) may help the doctor follow you during and after treatment.
[h=2]Treatment[/h]Treatment depends on many things, including stage of the cancer. Treatments may include:

Surgery
Stage 0 colon cancer may be treated by removing the cancer cells. This is done using colonoscopy. For stages I, II, and III cancer, more extensive surgery is needed to remove the part of the colon that is cancerous. This surgery is called colon resection. Chemotherapy
Almost all patients with stage III colon cancer should receive chemotherapy after surgery for 6 to 8 months. This is called adjuvant chemotherapy.
Chemotherapy is also used to improve symptoms and prolong survival in patients with stage IV colon cancer.
You may receive just one type of medicine or a combination of medicines.
Radiation
Radiation therapy is sometimes used for colon cancer. It is usually used in combination with chemotherapy for patients with stage III rectal cancer.
For patients with stage IV disease that has spread to the liver, treatment directed at the liver can be used. This may include:

  • Burning the cancer (ablation)
  • Delivering chemotherapy or radiation directly into the liver
  • Freezing the cancer (cryotherapy)
  • Surgery
[h=2]Support Groups[/h]You can ease the stress of illness by joining a colon cancer support group. Sharing with others who have common experiences and problems can help you not feel alone.
[h=2]Outlook (Prognosis)[/h]In many cases, colon cancer is treatable when caught early.
How well you do depends on many things, especially the stage of the cancer. When treated at an early stage, many patients survive at least 5 years after diagnosis. This is called the 5-year survival rate.
If the colon cancer does not come back (recur) within 5 years, it is considered cured. Stages I, II, and III cancers are considered possibly curable. In most cases, stage IV cancer is not considered curable, although there are exceptions.
[h=2]Possible Complications[/h]
  • Blockage of the colon, causing bowel obstruction
  • Cancer returning in the colon
  • Cancer spreading to other organs or tissues (metastasis)
  • Development of a second primary colorectal cancer
[h=2]When to Contact a Medical Professional[/h]Call your health care provider if you have:

  • Black, tar-like stools
  • Blood during a bowel movement
  • Change in bowel habits
  • Unexplained weight loss
[h=2]Prevention[/h]Colon cancer can almost always be caught by colonoscopy in its earliest and most curable stages. Almost all men and women age 50 and older should have a colon cancer screening. Patients at higher risk may need earlier screening.
Colon cancer screening can often find polyps before they become cancerous. Removing these polyps may prevent colon cancer.
Changing your diet and lifestyle is important. Medical research suggests that low-fat and high-fiber diets may reduce your risk of colon cancer.
Some studies have reported that NSAIDs (aspirin, ibuprofen, naproxen, celecoxib) may help reduce the risk of colorectal cancer. But these medicines can increase your risk of bleeding and heart problems. Your health care provider can tell you more about the risks and benefits of the medicines and other ways that help prevent colorectal cancer.
 
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​Talk to your doctor. Get yourself informed on what your options are. Formulate a plan of attack on cancer!! :)
 
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​Help me spread the awareness! Let's fight cancer together! :)
 
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I am new to this site and I'm a 3 year breast cancer survivor. Praise God for bringing me through it. I don't know how much of a fighter I am but I know I am stronger having gone through it in many ways. I hope that I can be there for others needing advice and a shoulder to cry on.
 
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Christ4Life said:
I am new to this site and I'm a 3 year breast cancer survivor. Praise God for bringing me through it. I don't know how much of a fighter I am but I know I am stronger having gone through it in many ways. I hope that I can be there for others needing advice and a shoulder to cry on.
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Christ4Life, hello and welcome to CC. Congrats on being a fellow cancer survivor!! I'm a 4-year uterine cancer survivor. I wrote about my struggle with it, so if you would like to read it, please go to my profile page, under the "visitor messages" tab, and click on the link to the thread entitled "blue ladybugs uterine cancer battle." :) I pray my story will bless you, and if you know someone going through cancer, please feel free to pass my story on to them to read. :)
 
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this is my second fight with cancer,my daughter told me to smell the dead roses,but i forgave her.
 
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nettiel said:
this is my second fight with cancer,my daughter told me to smell the dead roses,but i forgave her.
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I can't believe the insensitivity of your daughter. I pray that at least you will find spiritual and emotional support here at CC.
 
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I can't believe the insensitivity of your daughter. I pray that at least you will find spiritual and emotional support here at CC.
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thank you she is one that you cant say anything without her twisting it 10 different ways,
 
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Bless your heart and praise the lord,i was 2 yrs cancer free but fighting it again,lung cancer,my daughter told me to smell the dead roses,plus a few a few other not so nice things,but god will deal with her,.you keep fighting,im praying for you,
 
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hi,im fighting lung cancer,lets pray for others and us,
 
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I can't believe the insensitivity of your daughter. I pray that at least you will find spiritual and emotional support here at CC.
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hi and thank you,my daughter and i havent spoken since,but it is ok,god will deal with her,
 
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