Lymph cancer (lymphoma) is the cancerous and uncontrolled growth of lymphocytes which are the body’s defense cells. The most common occurring point of this disease is lymph nodes. These nodes are simply filters and are some of the most important actors of our immune system. When this system gets cancer, the lymphocytes (cells of the...
Every single medical process is already full of latest improvements and indeed technology is everywhere. However, we now have a real game changer: Artificial Intelligence (AI). What makes AI different is that it can automatically ‘learn, think and decide’ on behalf of human beings and doctors are not excluded. It’s already being experimentally used in...
Ten years ago, the world was very close to the dream of nicotine-free generations but then someone managed to produce electronic cigarettes. Now, we’re in an even worse position than we were in 70s. And here are e-cigarette health facts we will all learn better as e-cig generations grow older. First Of All, What...
Each year almost 300 million major surgeries are performed in the world. And if you or a beloved one is about to enter one, here are expert tips about how to prepare for surgery and ease the recovery period. Tips For The Day Before Surgery The day before your surgery, from midnight onwards, do...
Colorectal cancer is the general name given to two cancer types which share many similar characteristics: colon cancer and rectal cancer. In terms of incidence, it ranks third after lung and prostate cancer in men and second after breast cancer in women. It is a fatal type of cancer if left untreated. It is recommended...
Yes, we all love hi-tech tools. They make life easier, take lots of burden off our shoulders and are fun. However, they are also highly related to some diseases and the riskiest one is the smartphone. It is the most alarming technology tool because it’s big enough to hold any feature inside and small enough...
Breast cancer is the cancer type that develops in the breast tissue of women mostly, as 99% of patients are female. At least one in every 8 women has a risk of developing this disease at some stage of their lives, making it by far the most common cancer type seen in women. It can...
Winter is the season of happy Christmas days and snow fun, but it’s also the time of cold weather diseases like common cold, flu and sinusitis. With a few precautions however, you can enjoy the funs of winter while avoiding the discomfort of it. Why winter is associated with some certain diseases? Cold doesn’t...
Healthy teeth make unique contributions to our quality of life. First of all, they make us look attractive and add on to our self-confidence. They also let us choose from a complete variety of quality food and drinks, and help us properly digest what we consume. They even boost social interaction by affecting speech. When...
Fatty liver disease, medically known as hepatic steatosis, is a condition in which too much fat is stored and accumulated in the liver cells. The liver, the second largest organ in the human body, contains a small amount of fat under normal conditions, but too much fat can cause serious health problems. Excess fat can...
