Friday 26 March 2021

Cancer in Female

Female bodies go through a lot during a lifetime. From menstrual cycles and child bearing till menopause, it is very normal for your body to feel different. But it is always a good idea to notice the changes or observe the symptoms that your body shows as the prevalence of cancer in women has been increasing over the years.

The most common cancers that are found in women are Breast Cancer, Colorectal Cancer, Endometrial Cancer, Lung Cancer, Cervical Cancer, Skin Cancer and Ovarian Cancer. Certain cancers are termed Gynecologic cancers because they develop in a woman’s reproductive system like Uterine cancer, Ovarian cancer, Cervical cancer, Vaginal cancer and Vulvar cancer. Although breast cancer can occur in both men and women, it is 100 times more common in women when compared to men. There are several factors that make you vulnerable to cancers like:

  •     A history of cancer in the family
  •     Late childbirth
  •     Hormone replacement therapy
  •     Genetic mutations
  •     Exposure to radiations
  •     Unhealthy weight

If you have any of the above risk factors, make sure you undergo screening on a regular basis as cancer has better treatment outcomes when diagnosed early.  Also notice any abnormal changes in your body that raises suspicion of cancer. At Kalpavriksham, we provide screening and treatment for all types of cancers. We place women’s health at topmost priority and provide the most comprehensive treatment to help you overcome both physically and emotionally after cancer treatment.

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Monday 4 January 2021

AIDS and Cancer

How are AIDS and Cancer related?

Cancer occurs due to the abnormal division and growth of the body cells. An immune system that functions normally acts to suppress this abnormal growth, but AIDS is a condition that damages our immune system. This disrupts the ability of the body to keep infections under control and to stop some cancers from growing. Thus, the patients with AIDS are at an increased risk to cancer. There are few types of cancers known as “AIDS-defining cancers” like Kaposi's Sarcoma, non-Hodgkin's lymphoma, and cervical cancer (in women), as they are more common in people with AIDS than in people without it. Patients with AIDS are also at risk of other “non-AIDS-defining” cancers like lung cancer, colorectal cancer, and prostate cancer.

Early Symptoms

It is very important for patients with AIDS to keep a check on the early symptoms of cancer as early detection is the key to recovery. Any abnormal change in the body which persists for a few weeks, like the following, should be brought under the notice of a medical practitioner:

  •     Lump or swelling
  •     Unexplained pain
  •     Unexplained bleeding
  •     Fever and night sweats
  •     Unexplained weight loss
  •     An unhealing sore
  •     Abnormal bowel habits

Risk Reduction

The risk to cancer can be reduced, treatment can be made more effective and AIDS can also be managed at the same time, by making healthy choices like:

  •     Quitting smoking
  •     Taking all your medications on schedule and not skipping doses
  •     Taking personal care to protect yourself from getting infections
  •     Eating healthy food and drinking plenty of water
  •     Staying a healthy weight by exercising regularly
  •     Avoiding drugs and alcohol
  •     Protecting yourself from the sun

Finding cancer at its early stage and getting immediate treatment can raise your chances of living longer with AIDS. The treatment for cancer works just as well for patients with AIDS as HIV-negative people.