Colorectal cancer (CRC)is a term for cancers that begin in the colon or rectum. Stages are determined based on how far the cancer has spread from its original location. Cancers discovered at an earlier stage have a better survival rate. fizkes / Getty Images These cells havent grown into deeper layers or spread beyond the colon or rectum. Cancer has not reached the lymph nodes or distant organs. It also has three substages: 3A, 3B, and 3C....
It also helps protect against infection, supports the development of thedigestive tract, and more. isayildiz / Getty Images Colostrum vs. Colostrum is produced during the final weeks of pregnancy. Once your baby is born, your breasts will start filling up with the fluid. isayildiz / Getty Images It typically lasts three to five days postpartum before transitioning into standard breast milk. Colostrum is rich in nutrients and antibodies that help protect against infections....
The acronym cART stands for “combination antiretroviral therapy.” As confusing as these changes may seem, they are about more than just semantics. What Is Antiretroviral Therapy? Gideon Mendel / Getty Images Combination antiretroviral therapy consists of a minimum of three drugs. They work by blocking various stages of thevirus’s life cycle(also known as the replication cycle). Don’t let this confuse you; they all mean the same thing. What is most important is understanding the benefits of antiretroviral therapy and seeking appropriatetreatmentif youtest positivefor the virus....
Comedonesare small flesh-colored, white, or dark bumps on your skin. A single bump is called acomedo. A closed comedo is not open to the skin’s surface and is commonly known as a whitehead. Verywell / JR Bee Comedonal acne is a common pop in of acne that consists of comedones rather thaninflamed pimples. This article will discuss types of comedones and the prevention and treatment of comedones and comedonal acne....
The symptoms ofstage 1 lung cancerare often vague. They may include a persistent cough, coughing up blood, and shoulder pain, among other signs. For this reason,lung cancer screeningis crucial for those who are candidates for the test. Illustration by Ellen Lindner for Verywell Health In fact, a 2020 review found that 59% of people diagnosed with stage 1 lung cancer hadnosymptoms. Stage 1 lung cancer is a small tumor that measures less than 5 centimeters across....
Most side effects after vaccinations are mild and usually subside within 24 to 48 hours. Babies generally feel unwell for only 24 to 48 hours after vaccines. However, swelling, pain, and redness at the injection site can last for up to five days. Bjarte Rettedal / Getty Images Baby vaccine reactions may occur at the vaccine site or elsewhere in the body. However, there are certain circumstances in which it may be necessary to delay a vaccine....
Carcinogens are substances or agents that can cause cancer. How Carcinogens Cause Cancer Carcinogens cause cancer by affecting the genetic information, orDNA, in cells. A carcinogen can directly damage DNA and cause changes calledmutations. SamBurt / Getty Images Your risk of cancer increases based on several factors: How Long Before Carcinogens Cause Cancer? Types of Carcinogens Carcinogens exist in a range of indoor or outdoor environments. They include chemicals, viruses, medications, and pollutants....
A persistent cough is usually triggered by something mild and easily treatable. In rare cases, though, it can indicate a serious underlying lung or heart condition. This article explores common and uncommon causes of persistent cough in adults and children. Verywell / Nez Riaz It also explains how the cause of a persistent cough is diagnosed. The following are the most common causes of persistent coughs in adults. These are referred to as upper airway conditions....
Its appearance depends on the rash’s trigger. The affected area may be discolored, inflamed, and have pus-filled blisters. Common triggers include sweat, changing temperature, stress, humidity, irritating clothing, and fragrances. Jomkwan / Getty Images Contact Dermatitis Contact dermatitiscauses a red, itchy rash with bumps and blisters that may ooze. It is an allergic skin reaction that happens in response to an irritant or allergen. There are more than 15,000 irritants that can cause an allergic reaction....
Body aches are a symptom of a health condition, infection, or medication side effect. They cause a dull pain that can be hard to pinpoint. Infections like the common cold orflucause the immune system to ramp up. Jajah-sireenut / Getty Images With the immune system working harder, it releases white blood cells to eliminate the infection. This causes inflammation, which leads to muscle and body aches. It is how the body protects itself from injury and pain....
Bumps on elbows can occur due to allergies, chronic skin conditions, and more. Some, like the conditionkeratosis pilaris, are fairly common. Others, such as gout, are a more systemic problem with symptoms affecting skin. Illustration by Josh Seong for Verywell Health Changes in diet often can help with gout, as well as other issues like the gluten allergy-relateddermatitis herpetiformis. Knowing the cause can help to ensure you get the right treatment....
People withAlzheimersandother types of dementiatend to be at a high risk of falling. One way to reduce falls in people with dementia is to understand why they fall. Lack of Physical Exercise Exacerbating the above, some individuals aren’t getting enoughphysical activity. Laura Porter / Verywell Thebenefits of physical exercise in dementiaare many and can include increased daily functioning and improved cognition. Be sure to have his vision checked regularly, as eyesight can decline in the aging process....
Numbness in your feet can develop due to nerve compression, nerve damage, or poor circulation. Numbness may last minutes, hours, days, weeks, or longer, depending on the cause. The peripheral nervous system sends signals from your brain and spinal cord to the rest of the body. SDI Productions / Getty Images Nerves from different parts of the body can be affected, including the feet. It can cause a feeling of tingling and numbness....
