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Folic acid supplements

November 1, 2019Sparks Health Information News Folic acid High blood pressure Stroke

Folic acid supplements reduce the risk of a stroke in people with high blood pressure by a massive 75 per cent, reveals a study. Source: Daily Mail https://daily.ai/2IwebLB

Breast cancer: preventive measures

October 29, 2019Sparks Health Information Alcohol Breastfeeding Contraceptives Healthy weight Regular Exercise 14

Many factors over the course of a lifetime can influence your breast cancer risk. You can’t change some factors, such as getting older or your family history, but you can help lower your risk of breast cancer by taking care of your health in the following ways— Keep a healthy weight. Exercise regularly. Don’t drink alcohol, or limit […]

Breast cancer in males

October 28, 2019Sparks Health Information Breast cancer Gynaecomastia Klinefelter syndrome Males Testicular disease

Overview • Breast cancer in males is rare. • Men could have same type of breast cancer as women. • Severity is about same. • Occurs later in life between 60 and 70 years of age. • Diagnosis is usually late because of it rarity and the hardness of male breast tissue. Risk factors • […]

Treatment for breast cancer

October 28, 2019Sparks Health Information Biological therapy Chemotherapy Hormonal therapy Oncologists Radiotherapy Surgery 1

Breast cancer is treated in several ways. It depends on the kind of breast cancer and how far it has spread. People with breast cancer often get more than one kind of treatment. Surgery: An operation where doctors cut out cancer tissue. Chemotherapy: Using special medicines to shrink or kill the cancer cells. The drugs […]

Breast cancer screening: benefits and risks

October 26, 2019Sparks Health Information Anxiety Benefit Breast cancer Mammograms Radiation therapy Risks Surgery 2

Every screening test has benefits and risks, which is why it’s important to talk to your doctor before getting any screening test, like a mammogram. Benefit of Screening The benefit of screening is finding cancer early, when it’s easier to treat. Risks of Screening *False Positive Test Results Harms can include false positive test results, when a […]

Mammogram

October 24, 2019Sparks Health Information Medical Articles Breast cancer Mammogram 2

What is a mammogram? A mammogram is an X-ray picture of the breast. Doctors use a mammogram to look for early signs of breast cancer. Regular mammograms are the best tests doctors have to find breast cancer early, sometimes up to three years before it can be felt. How is a mammogram done? You will […]

Breast Cancer scans

October 22, 2019Sparks Health Information News Age Breast cancer Scans 4

A study has revealed the need to cut age for breast cancer scans. Up to 90,000 women with a family history of breast cancer should have annual exams from 35 years of age. Source: Daily Mail https://dailym.ai/2GIeNwn

Breast cancer: diagnosis

October 21, 2019Sparks Health Information Medical Articles Biopsy Diagnosis Magnetic Resonance Imaging Mammogram Staging Ultrasound 5

Doctors often use additional tests to find or diagnose breast cancer. They may refer women to a breast specialist or a surgeon. This does not mean that she has cancer or that she needs surgery. These doctors are experts in diagnosing breast problems. Physical examination Breast ultrasound: A machine that uses sound waves to make detailed […]

Symptoms of breast cancer

October 18, 2019Sparks Health Information Medical Articles Breast cancer Lumps Nipple discharge Symptoms

Different people have different symptoms of breast cancer. Some people do not have any signs or symptoms at all. Some warning signs of breast cancer are— New lump in the breast or underarm (armpit). Thickening or swelling of part of the breast. Irritation or dimpling of breast skin. Redness or flaky skin in the nipple […]

Risk factors for breast cancer

October 17, 2019Sparks Health Information Aging Alcohol Breast cancer Breastfeeding Contraceptives Dense breast Early menstruation Genetic mutations Hereditary Hormone Replacement Therapy Inactivity Late pregnancy Obesity Overweight Radiotherapy Women

Studies have shown that your risk for breast cancer is due to a combination of factors. The main factors that influence your risk include being a woman and getting older. Most breast cancers are found in women who are 50 years old or older. Some women will get breast cancer even without any other risk […]

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