21. Breast Cancer General Information General Breast Cancer Information. 184200 new cases per year in the US; 8900 newcases per year in Illinois; 41200 deaths per year in US http://www.siumed.edu/breastcenter/general_info.htm

From the director News New Patients Refering Physicians ... Home General Breast Cancer Information 184,200 new cases per year in the U.S. 8,900 new cases per year in Illinois 41,200 deaths per year in U.S. 2,000 deaths per year in Illinois 1 in 8 women will get breast cancer in their lifetime Since 1960 more than 960,000 American women have died from breast cancer, that's more than the total casualties of WWII, the Korean war, the Vietnam war, and the Persian Gulf war combined. Only 25% of all breast cancer patients have an identifiable risk factor. Risk factors include: Being female Early menarchy Late menopause Children not being born until after age 30 Family history Major risk factors: Previous breast cancer Family history (more than one family member) A pre-menopausal 1st degree relative, or a male History % of total breast cancer Lifetime risk of patient Sporatic Familial Hereditary Genetic Decreasing your risk: Healthy diet - lots of green leafy vegetables Vitamin E succinate Flaxseed Excercise - (breast cancer risk has been shown to decrease by 40% in women who excercised 3 times weekly from teens into adulthood.)

22. Prostate Cancer: General Information Prostate cancer general Information. General. All About Prostate Cancer National Cancer Institute Prostate Cancer Prostate Cancer Adam Article http://www.netwellness.org/healthtopics/prostate/more.cfm?categoryid=1

23. Breast Cancer General Information: AstraZeneca Ireland  Breast cancer general information Malignant tumours are made of cancer cellswhich can spread to other parts of the body through the blood stream or the http://www.astrazeneca.ie/article/11039.aspx

Skip to content Home About us Products ... Breast cancer General information Breast cancer general information What does it all mean? What is breast cancer? What causes breast cancer? Can women pass breast cancer on to their children? ... Who else can help? What does it all mean? Every year, thousands of women are told that they have breast cancer. It affects women of all ages, races and social classes. It is very common; about one in twelve women over the course of their lifetime will have the disease. Being told you have breast cancer is very frightening. It is a condition which is very difficult to understand and has a bewildering number of different treatments. This booklet has been written especially for you and your family. It provides some information about the disease and its treatment. We hope it will help you and your family to understand the disease and the types of treatment available. Back to top What is breast cancer? The breasts are made up of many glands which are lined by tiny building blocks called cells, which can produce milk. For a reason that is not yet properly understood, sometimes one of these cells gets out of control and it can then produce a lump or tumour. In some women it can take a very long time for the tumour to appear - usually three or four years, sometimes even longer than that. Tumours can be either benign or malignant. Benign (or innocent) tumours remain growing in one area and cannot spread. Malignant tumours are made of cancer cells which can spread to other parts of the body through the blood stream or the lymphatic system (this is explained later). There they can form new tumours called a recurrence, secondaries or metastases.

24. Latest Liver Cancer Treatments General information in an understandable fact sheet format. http://www.cancergroup.com/em17.html

L I V E R C A N C E R Hepatocellular carcinoma, also called malignant hepatoma, is a primary form of liver cancer that originates in the hepatocyte cells of the liver. Hepatocellular carcinoma is the 5th most common type of cancer worldwide with nearly 500,000 new cases diagnosed each year. Approximately 19,000 cases of primary liver cancer are diagnosed each year in the United States and affects males more than females by a ratio of about 3:1. Major risk factors for hepatocellular carcinoma include cirrhosis of the liver, chronic infection with the Hepatitis B or Hepatitis C virus, exposure to aflatoxins that can contaminate certain crops, hereditary hemochromatosis, and primary biliary cirrhosis. Unfortunately, the early diagnosis of hepatocellular carcinoma is difficult because most people with early-stage disease do not exhibit clinical symptoms of the disease. By the time symptoms do develop, the disease has already progressed to a more advanced stage. Signs and symptoms of hepatocellular carcinoma may include abdominal pain, enlargement of the liver and spleen, unintentional weight loss, jaundice, and generalized weakness and fatigue. The treatment options for patients with hepatocellular carcinoma depend upon a variety of factors including the stage of the disease, location of the tumor, and how well or poorly the liver is functioning. In general, the treatment options for hepatocellular carcinoma can be grouped into those treatments that are intended to be curative and those that are intended to be palliative meaning that they do not cure the underlying disease but rather control the symptoms of the disease. The only known curative treatments for hepatocellular carcinoma are surgical resection and liver transplantation. Palliative treatment options include radiofrequency thermal ablation, percutaneous ethanol injection, cryosurgery, hepatic arterial embolization, and systemic chemotherapy.

25. Colon Cancer Links - Building Opportunities For Self-Sufficiency Colon cancer general Medical Information, General Medical Information GENERAL MEDICAL INFORMATION. Back to Table Of Contents. American Cancer Society http://www.cancerlinks.org/colon.html

Return to the Cancerlinks.org index Dedicated to the memory of Julius Presta lost to us all too soon, May 26, 2001 Welcome to Colon Cancer Links Our Website is specially designed to make searching the World Wide Web for information about Colon cancer faster and easier. The Cancer Links Web Tutorial aims to make using the Internet easier. There is also a Spanish language version available. Como Buscar al Web. Cancerlinks is committed to Web Site Accessibility . We took every effort in writing code for this website to ensure the visually impaired, will feel welcome here. Print any page by clicking on the print button of your browser. Print out a printer-friendly version. Table Of Contents: Colon Cancer Peace and Light!! Alexandra Andrews INVESTIGATE LINKS OF SPECIAL INTEREST Colon Cancer General Medical Information General Medical Information Advocacy, Finance and Legislation Air Flights For Cancer Patients ... Survivors Of Cancer COLON CANCER GENERAL MEDICAL INFORMATION Back to Table Of Contents American College of Gastroenterology http://www.acg.gi.org/

26. Ovarian Cancer Links - Building Opportunities For Self-Sufficiency Ovarian cancer general Medical Information, General Medical Information GENERAL MEDICAL INFORMATION. Back to Table Of Contents. American Cancer Society http://www.cancerlinks.org/ovarian.html

Cancerlinks Index Welcome to Ovarian Cancer Links Our Website is specially designed to make searching the World Wide Web for information about ovarian cancer faster. The Cancer Links Web Tutorial aims to make using the Internet easier. There is also a Spanish language version available. Como Buscar al Web. Cancerlinks is committed to Web Site Accessibility . We took every effort in writing code for this website to ensure the visually impaired, will feel welcome here. Print any page by clicking on the print button of your browser. Print out a printer-friendly version. Table Of Contents: Ovarian Cancer Peace and Light!! Alexandra Andrews INVESTIGATE LINKS OF SPECIAL INTEREST Ovarian Cancer General Medical Information General Medical Information Advocacy, Finance and Legislation Air Flights For Cancer Patients ... Survivors of Cancer OVARIAN CANCER GENERAL MEDICAL INFORMATION Back to Table Of Contents American Medical Women's Association Health Topics http://www.amwa-doc.org/healthtopics/healthlist.html CancerLinks: Ovarian Cancer http://www.cancerlinks.com/ovarian.html

27. NewYork-Presbyterian Hospital: Breast Cancer General Information Health information about Breast cancer general Information from NewYorkPresbyterian.The University Hospitals of Columbia and Cornell. http://wo-pub2.med.cornell.edu/cgi-bin/WebObjects/PublicA.woa/5/wa/viewHContent?

28. Lii.org: Cancer General Resources Alternative Medicine Breast Cancer Cancer in Children Chemotherapy Clinical Trials Education Services for Patients http://www.lii.org/search/file/cancer

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29. Introduction To Skin Cancer General information and links. Includes the UV index for several cities. http://www.maui.net/~southsky/introto.html

An Introduction to Skin Cancer And Related Topics Daily UV Forecast Recent News News Search Site Index Reusable UV Card NEW! Digital UV Monitor About This Page What Causes Skin Cancer? Sunburn, Sunlight, and Tanning Heredity ... Additional Information Always consult a physician with your questions concerning the health effects of UV exposure About This Page Our intention is to provide a general introduction to Skin Cancer, with links to specific information available around the Net. Please send us your comments, suggestions, and information about sites not listed here. E-mail form here. We would like to make this page a gathering place for all available information about skin cancer and related subjects. Your help will make it as complete as possible. What Causes Skin Cancer? Sunburn and Sunlight Very simply, sunburn and UV light can damage your skin, and this damage can lead to skin cancer. There are of course other determining factors, including your heredity and the environment you live in. However, both the total amount of sun received over the years, and overexposure resulting in sunburn can cause skin cancer. Most people receive 80% of their lifetime exposure to the sun by 18 years of age. The message to parents from this is to

30. ABC2 - Brain Cancer Statistics Brain cancer general Medical Information Cancer Glossary Clinical Trial LinksGenetics Journals and Magazines Metastatic Cancer Pathology PRG Report http://www.abc2.org/general_links.shtml

Table of Contents Advocacy and Legislation Brain Cancer General Medical Information Cancer Glossary Clinical Trial Links ... Radiation Other American Brain Tumor Association Brain Tumor Foundation of Canada The Case Foundation Childhood Brain Tumor Foundation ... Back to Table of Contents Brain Cancer General Medical Information Adult Brainstem Tumor Poll Al Musella's List of Clinical Trials and Noteworthy Treatments For Brain Tumors American Academy of Neurological and Orthopaedic Surgeons American Brain Tumor Association ... Back to Table of Contents Cancer Glossary Association of Cancer Online Resources Cancer Glossary Back to Table of Contents Clinical Trial Links Al Musella's List of Clinical Trials And Noteworthy Treatments For Brain Tumors Cancer Trials: A service of the National Cancer Institute Center Watch ClinicalTrials.gov ... Back to Table of Contents Genetics Cancer Genetics from the NCI Genetics of Cancer The National Society Of Genetic Counselors University of Kansas Medical Center Welcome to the Genetics Education Center ... Back to Table of Contents Journals and Magazines Annals of Oncology Annals of Neurology BioOncology On Line British Medical Journal ... Back to Table of Contents Metastatic Cancer Frequently Asked Questions from Oncolink.upenn.edu

31. Welcome To The Weekend To End Breast Cancer General Store Official Site of the Weekend to End Breast Cancer Canada s Boldest Initiativeto End Breast Cancer. http://www.promoshopstores.com/weekend2005/set-toronto.asp

32. The Cancer Council New South Wales :: Understanding Skin Cancer General information about the condition including symptoms, diagnosis, treatment and support. From the Cancer Council of New South Wales, Australia. http://www.cancercouncil.com.au/editorial.asp?pageid=98

33. Bladder Cancer: Treatment - Health Professional Information [NCI PDQ] -- General Approximately 70% to 80% of patients with newly diagnosed bladder cancer willpresent with Bladder cancer general Information, Previous Next http://my.webmd.com/hw/bladder_cancer/ncicdr0000062908-general-information.asp?z

34. National Cancer Institute - What You Need To Know About Lung Cancer General information on many aspects of the disease from the U.S. National Cancer Institute. http://www.cancer.gov/cancerinfo/wyntk/lung

var bSearchBoxBool=false; Posted: Updated: Introduction Understanding the Cancer Process The Lungs Understanding Lung Cancer Lung Cancer: Who's at Risk? ... National Cancer Institute Information Resources Page Options Print This Page Print This Document View Entire Document E-Mail This Document ... Order Free Copy Quick Links Director's Corner Dictionary of Cancer Terms NCI Drug Dictionary Funding Opportunities ... NIH Calendar of Events NCI Highlights Digital Mammography Trial Results Announced NCI Offers Support for Those in Need After Katrina NCI Announces Plan to Fight Lung Cancer National Prostate Cancer Awareness Month ... Past Highlights Introduction The diagnosis of lung cancer brings with it many questions and a need for clear, understandable answers. We hope this National Cancer Institute (NCI) booklet (NIH Publication No. 99-1553) will help. It provides information about some causes and ways to prevent lung cancer, and it describes the symptoms, detection, diagnosis, and treatment of this disease. Having this important information can make it easier for patients and their families to handle the challenges they face. Cancer research has led to progress against lung cancer and our knowledge is increasing. Researchers continue to look for better ways to prevent, detect, diagnose, and treat lung cancer. The Cancer Information Service and the other NCI resources listed under "

35. The Cancer Council New South Wales :: Understanding Lung Cancer General information about the condition including causes, treatment and support. From the Cancer Council of New South Wales, Australia. http://www.cancercouncil.com.au/editorial.asp?pageid=43

36. National Cancer Institute - Lip And Oral Cavity Cancer Treatment General information with links to specific details of the disease from the U.S. National Cancer Institute. http://www.cancer.gov/cancerinfo/pdq/treatment/lip-and-oral-cavity/patient/

var bSearchBoxBool=false; Last Modified: Description Stage Explanation Treatment Option Overview Stage I Lip and Oral Cavity Cancer Stage II Lip and Oral Cavity Cancer ... About PDQ Page Options Print This Page Print Entire Document View Entire Document E-Mail This Document Quick Links Director's Corner Dictionary of Cancer Terms NCI Drug Dictionary Funding Opportunities ... NIH Calendar of Events NCI Highlights Digital Mammography Trial Results Announced NCI Offers Support for Those in Need After Katrina NCI Announces Plan to Fight Lung Cancer National Prostate Cancer Awareness Month ... Past Highlights Description What is cancer of the lip and oral cavity? What is cancer of the lip and oral cavity? Cancer of the lip and oral cavity is a disease in which cancer ( malignant cells are found in the tissues of the lip or mouth. The oral cavity includes the front two thirds of the tongue, the upper and lower gums (the gingiva), the lining of the inside of the cheeks and lips (the buccal mucosa ), the bottom (floor) of the mouth under the tongue, the bony top of the mouth (the hard palate ), and the small area behind the wisdom teeth (the retromolar trigone).

37. Oral Health Resources - Oral Cancer Overview General information from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. http://www.cdc.gov/OralHealth/topics/cancer.htm

National Center for Chronic Disease Prevention and Health Promotion Oral Health Resources Oral Health Home Contact Us Browse by Topic Resource Library ... State-by-State Reports Browse by Topic Oral Cancer Each year, more than 30,000 new cases of cancer of the oral cavity and pharynx are diagnosed and over 8,000 deaths due to oral cancer occur. The 5-year survival rate for these cancers is only about 50 percent. Mortality from oral cancer is nearly twice as high in some minorities (especially black males) as it is in whites. Methods used to treat oral cancers (surgery, radiation, and chemotherapy) are disfiguring and costly. Preventing high risk behaviors, that include cigarette, cigar or pipe smoking, use of smokeless tobacco, and excessive use of alcohol are critical in preventing oral cancers. Early detection is key to increasing the survival rate for these cancers. More Information on Oral Cancer Fact Sheets and FAQs Guidelines and Recommendations MMWRs and Journal Articles ... 1996 Oral Cancer Conference Related Link Chronic Disease Notes and Reports: Improving National Cancer Control This page last updated February 02, 2005

38. Oncolink Pancreas Cancer General introduction to the subject. http://www.oncolink.com/types/article.cfm?c=4&s=7&ss=49&id=1739

39. Colorectal Cancer, The Cancer Information Network General summary includes risk factors, symptoms, diagnosis and treatment. http://www.ontumor.com/colorectal.htm

Thank You For Visiting Our Site! Home Support Top 10 Message Board ... Ask An Oncologist First Steps After Diagnosis of Cancer Top 10 Cancer Sites, Treatment Centers, and Cancer Books for Newly Diagnosed Patients. Cancer Patients: Known Your Rights. Understanding Prognosis and Cancer Statistics - answers the most important question, "What is my prognosis?" Support Groups for Cancer Patients ... Pediatric Cancers Welcome to The Cancer Information Network Redirecting to new URL The Cancer Information Network is a physician guided website for cancer patients and their caregivers. Page is loading, please wait If you aren't automatically transferred within 2 seconds, please click here: http://www.thecancer.info/colorectal/index.asp Also Recommends Subscribe the monthly newsletter of The Cancer Informa- tion Network. Colorectal Cancer ... At Face Value: My Struggle With A Disfiguring Cancer - A cancer survivor's story by Terry Healey. Terry was diagnosed with Fibrosarcoma in 1984. He had extensive radiation treatment after "too many surgeries to count," and has been cancer free since 1986. Cancer Support Group Mailing List - This is a mailing list for general cancer information, include lung cancer.

40. Anal Cancer General information with some alternative therapy discussion. Provides link to a support group. http://www.cancer-info.com/analcanc.htm

Description of Anal Cancer Anal cancer, an uncommon cancer, is a disease in which cancer (malignant) cells are found in the anus. The anus is the opening at the end of the rectum (the end part of the large intestine) through which body waste passes. Cancer in the outer part of the anus is more likely to occur in men; cancer of the inner part of the rectum (anal canal) is more likely to occur in women. If your anus is often red, swollen, and sore, you have a greater chance of getting anal cancer. Tumors found in the area of skin with hair on it just outside the anus are skin tumors, not anal cancer. Like most cancers, anal cancer is best treated when it is found (diagnosed) early. You should see your doctor if you have one or more of the following symptoms: bleeding from the rectum (even a small amount), pain or pressure in the area around the anus, itching or discharge from the anus, or a lump near the anus. If you have signs of cancer, your doctor will usually examine the outside part of the anus and give you a rectal examination. In a rectal examination, your doctor, wearing thin gloves, puts a greased finger into the rectum and gently feels for lumps. Your doctor may also check any material on the glove to see if there is blood in it. If you feel pain when touched in the anal area, your doctor may give you medicine to put you to sleep (general anesthesia) in order to continue the examination. Your doctor may cut out a small piece of tissue and look at it under a microscope to see if there are any cancer cells. This procedure is called a biopsy.

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