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Benefits of Garlic
The extracts of Allium sativum bulb and compound preparation possess pharmacodynamic properties. The extract of garlic was found to have a significant protective action against a fat induced increase in serum cholesterol and plasma fibrinogen and...
BREAST CANCER
Breast cancer occurs when cells in the breast begin to grow out of control enabling them to invade nearby tissues or spread throughout the body. Collections of these out of control tissues are called tumors. However, not all breast tumors are...
Breast Cancer: Battleground Stories
A slip of paper with the information below was handed to me by
one of the brave women I had the pleasure of knowing during the
meeting of a local support group. She said, "Whatever you do,
make sure at least one person reads it."
"Of all...
How To Prevent And Treat Sinus Infections Using Home Remedies
Sinus infections can be very persistent and debilitating. This article covers some very successful home remedies for the prevention and treatment of sinusitis that I have collected and developed over the years. I use all of these methods regularly...
Victorious, Cancer Victor
Victorious By Doreene Clement www.the5yearjournal.com info@the5yearjournal.com "There it is again." I muttered to myself, frustrated as I washed my arm. Every morning for five or six days in the fall of 2003, I noticed rust-colored sticky...
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Do You Have a Cyst?
In our health-conscious culture, many people do a monthly self-inspection in search of odd moles, cysts, or tumors, or anything else that seems out of place on their bodies. This generally is a good idea, because they can then let the doctor know if they find something that appears to be suspicious, and the doctor has a better chance of providing an early diagnosis and rendering proper treatment.
The seven warning signs of cancer include the suggestion of reporting any unusual growths or sores. Women who check their breasts each month for possible cancerous tumors know to feel for small, hard nodules that may feel like a pea, a marble, or a similar type of growth. Yet, how does one look for a cyst? Cysts have many causes and even take a variety of forms. Here are a few tips to keep in mind:
1. Look for large or stubborn pimples. Sometimes an ingrown hair follicle becomes inflamed and develops a watery base. At first it may look like a pimple or ingrown hair. Over time, the fluid may drain and the follicle will return to normal. When it does not, however, the follicle may develop a small cyst that could still go away on its own or may need to be lanced by a doctor. Sometimes they grow fairly large, so see your doctor if you suspect you have one of these.
2. Calcium deposits can spur the growth of cysts on any part of the body, but often near a bone or joint. These are harmless
but may look unsightly or get caught on clothing. Doctors can likewise lance and drain these, or if they are hardened, they may need to be removed surgically.
3. A fatty tumor-cyst is related to fat deposits under the skin's surface. These can show up in various places on the body, but often appear on the back, neck, shoulders, or upper arms. A doctor will need to check it for malignancy first, and then it often will be removed surgically.
4. An ovarian cyst can develop when a woman's ovary attempts to release a monthly egg and it becomes inflamed in the process. These can lead to bloody discharge, abdominal pain, and even a fever, so it is always important to get a medical examination to rule out other potentially serious conditions. Ovarian cysts often resolve in a day or so.
If you have a growth on your body that feels soft, gelatin-like, or wobbly, chances are it may be a cyst. But your doctor needs to evaluate it to rule out other problems and to help you decide what, if anything, needs to be done. Don't delay in asking your doctor's opinion about any new growth that appears on your body. Sometimes cysts go away on their own, but at other times they need medical treatment.
About the Author
Cyst help is available when you visit Cyst Information and Research Society at http://www.cystinfo.com
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