Kidneys are bean-shaped organs present on each side of the spine behind the abdominal organs in the upper part of the abdomen. They are associted with the filtration process of blood. They remove the waste material and also regulate fluid in the body. Kidney cancer can occur in any part of the kidney. cancers arising […]
Pancreatic cancer is an abnormal uncontrolled growth of tumor cells inside the pancreas. The pancreas is a pear-shaped organ in the upper part of the abdomen involved in the digestion of food (exocrine pancreas) and regulation of hormones (Endocrine pancreas). Pancreatic cancer histology differs based on the part from which it arises. Cancers most commonly […]
Stomach cancer (0r Gastric Cancer) is abnormal growth and uncontrolled division of cells involving the inner lining of the stomach. Stomach is a part of the upper digestive tract which helps in digestion of food. Stomach is divided into different parts which include fundus, body and Antrum region. Cancer can occur in any part of […]
Gall bladder cancer is the abnormal growth of cells occurring in the Gall bladder. It is a pear-shaped organ present below the liver and its function is associated with the storage of bile. The gall bladder cancer is a rare type of cancer worldwide but its incidence is high in India, especially in northern and […]
Uterine cancer arises from the uterus. It is two main types, One arising from the inner lining of the uterus (called endometrium) is Endometrial cancer, which is the most common type constituting about 95% of uterine cancer. The second arises from the muscle layer (myometrium) and is referred to as Uterine sarcomas. Uterine cancer Causes […]
Immunotherapy has revolutionized cancer treatment over the last few decades. Unlike traditional treatments like chemotherapy and radiation therapy, which directly target cancer cells, immunotherapy works by boosting the body’s natural defenses to identify and destroy cancer cells more effectively. The concept of harnessing the immune system to fight cancer was first proposed by William Coley, […]
Breast cancer arises in the milk producing ducts or lobules of the breast. Females are most commonly affected by breast cancer, although it can affect the male breast also rarely. Breast cancer is the most common cancer among females worldwide and is also the 5th most common cause of cancer deaths. Breast Cancer Causes Breast […]
Primary Liver cancer is the growth of abnormal cancer cells starting in the liver tissue. Cancer which originated in other organs and has spread to the liver through blood is not considered liver cancer but is considered as metastasis. Hepatocellular carcinoma is the most common type of primary liver cancer. Intrahepatic Cholangiocarcinoma and Hepatoblastoma are […]
Cervical cancer arises in the cervix. It is a narrow part of the uterus which connects the body of the uterus with the vagina. It develops slowly over many years progressing from dysplasia (precancerous condition) into cancer if not removed or destroyed in time. cervix cancer is one of the most common cancers in females. […]
Lung cancer is the most common cause of cancer-related deaths among both men and women worldwide. it usually present in late stages as it is often undetected in early stage. Knowing about lung cancer can help you detect the disease early and thus improve the treatment outcomes. Lung Cancer Symptoms Depending on the stage of […]