Bronchial adenoma

January 22, 2018

Bronchial adenoma: The bronchi, trachea and salivary gland

Bronchial adenoma is one of the many rare type of cancer that originates from the mucous glands and is treatable

Bronchial adenoma is one of the many rare type of cancer that originates from the mucous glands, the ducts of the lung airways (bronchi) or windpipe (trachea) and in the salivary glands. The word adenoma denotes the noncancerous tumor but at the same time most of the bronchial adenomas themselves are cancer which can spread to the other body organs. Their growth is not rapid. They are also treatable. Therefore if you are struggling with this, we have good news for you. Experts at AWAREmed Health and Wellness Resource Center under the leadership of doctor Dalal Akoury MD, are more than willing to help you all the way. You can call (843) 2131480 or contact Dr. Dalal Akoury directly on Facebook, LinkedIn and through other media on this site.

Bronchial adenoma: Types

These come in various types including:

Carcinoid tumors upsets the hormone-producing cells and nerve cells. They can form in the lungs, the stomach and intestines.

Adenoid cystic carcinoma originates from the salivary glands in the mouth and throat. This also affects the trachea, tear glands, sweat glands, or a woman’s uterus, vulva, or breasts.

Mucoepidermoid carcinoma happens in the salivary glands. Most cancers of this type affect the parotid glands in front of the ears.

Bronchial adenoma: Causes

The causes of this disease is not known. However, it is associated with the gene of an individual. Those with an inherited disease called multiple endocrine neoplasia type 1 are more likely to get lung carcinoid tumors. A past radiation on the head and neck can raise the risk for Mucoepidermoid carcinoma.

Bronchial adenoma: Symptoms

In most cases, carcinoid tumors and other types of bronchial adenomas grow slowly, hence early symptoms may not show. The patient will have symptoms depending on the location of the tumor. Carcinoid tumor symptoms include:

Wheezing
Shortness of breath
Infections like pneumonia
Flushing of the face
Cough which comes with blood at times
Chest pain

And the symptoms of adenoid cystic carcinoma includes:

A lump on the upper roof of the mouth, under the tongue, or at the bottom of the mouth
Trouble swallowing
Hoarse voice
Numbness in the jaw, upper roof of the mouth, face, or tongue
Bump under the jaw or in front of the ear

Mucoepidermoid carcinoma symptoms include:

Swelling in the glands near the ears, under the lower jaw, or in the mouth
Numbness or weakness of the face
Facial pain

Bronchial adenoma: Diagnosis

The diagnosis of bronchial adenoma is done through various tests including:

Biopsy where a sample of tissue is taken for a laboratory examination.

X-ray uses low doses of radiation to make images of structures inside the body. A chest X-ray can look for a tumor in the lungs.

Magnetic resonance imaging (MRI), this uses powerful magnets and radio waves to make pictures of organs and structures inside the body. It can reveal the size of the tumor. The patient may get a liquid to drink, or into a vein before the test. This contrast dye is essential in delivering a clearer image. Besides MRI, the doctor may also do other types of scans to look for the tumor and establish to what extent the tumor has spread.

Bronchial adenoma: The bronchi, trachea and salivary gland

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Small cell lung cancer

January 20, 2018

Small cell lung cancer: Types of lung cancer

Small cell lung cancer is treatable and the patient can have a more comfortable life

Lung cancer is a disease that comes about when cells of the lung start growing and multiplying rapidly in an abnormal manner. Lung cancer is currently the leading cause of cancer deaths globally in both male and female gender. There are two main types of lung cancer. Small-cell lung cancer (SCLC), sometimes called small-cell carcinoma, causes about 10%-15% of all lung cancer. Non-small-cell lung cancer (NSCLC) causes the rest which forms the bigger percentage. These are very disturbing health conditions that must be addressed promptly. Doctor Dalal Akoury MD, President and founder of AWAREmed health and wellness resource center explains the major types of SCLC. And as we progress with the discussion, if you have any concern about lung cancer, you can schedule an appointment with her today.

Small cell lung cancer: The two types of SCLC

Small-cell carcinoma (oat cell cancer)
Combined small-cell carcinoma

Both include many types of cells that grow and spread in different ways. They are named according to what the cells look like under a microscope. Small-cell lung cancer differs from non-small-cell lung cancer in the following ways:

Small-cell lung cancer grows rapidly.
Small-cell lung cancer spreads much faster and quickly.
Small-cell lung cancer responds well to chemotherapy which uses medication to kill cancer cellsand radiation therapy which uses high dose X-rays to kill cancer cells
Small-cell lung cancer is frequently associated with distinct paraneoplastic syndromes (a collection of symptoms that result from substances produced by the tumor).

Small cell lung cancer: Small-cell lung cancer causes

The main cause of both small-cell lung cancer and non-small-cell lung cancer is cigarette smoking. Nevertheless, small-cell lung cancer is extra intensely associated to smoking than non-small cell lung cancer.
Consistent contact with radon which is an inert gas that develops from the decay of uranium has been reported to cause small-cell lung cancer.
Exposure to asbestos greatly increases the risk of lung cancer. A combination of asbestos exposure and cigarette smoking increases the risk even further.
Even secondhand cigarette smoke is a risk factor for lung cancer. Individuals living with a smoker have an increase in the risk of developing lung cancer compared to people who are not exposed to secondhand smoke.
All types of lung cancer occur with increased frequency in people who mine uranium, but small-cell lung cancer is most common. The prevalence is increased further in persons who smoke.

Small cell lung cancer: When to Seek Medical Care

Consult a doctor if any of the following symptoms are present:

Voice change
Mysterious weight loss
Unexplained persistent fatigue
Unsolved deep aches or pains
Shortness of breath
New cough or change in the consistency of a cough
Coughing up blood

When the following symptoms persist, you should consider that as an emergency and where possible you can call 911 for help immediately:

Sudden vision impairment
Sudden shortness of breath
Seizures
Coughing up large amounts of blood
Chest pain that is pounding
Abrupt or severe weakness of any limb

Small cell lung cancer: Types of lung cancer

NSCLC treatment solution

January 20, 2018

NSCLC treatment solution: Non-Small-Cell Lung Cancer

NSCLC treatment solution that delivers total healing is what you get with doctor Akoury

Upon diagnosis of NSCLC, your doctor will administer treatment majorly in two ways: The treatment that target the cancer itself primarily to help the patient feel as comfortable as possible. The treatment objective is to stay ahead of the symptoms and make you as comfortable as possible. A combination of treatments depending on what kind of cancer the patient is having and the location of the tumor. To understand the treatment procedures of this type of cancer, we spoke to doctor Dalal Akoury MD, President and founder of AWAREmed health and wellness resource center over this. Professionally doctor Akoury explains the following treatment options,

NSCLC treatment solution: Surgery

For patients who are in the early stages of this disease, the doctor will most likely recommend surgery to take out the cancer. The patient could have a part or all of the lung removed. Other types of surgery destroy cancer cells by freezing them or using a heated probe or needle.

NSCLC treatment solution: Radiation

This is used to kill remnants of cancer cells after surgery. It also treats certain cancers that the doctor can’t get rid of with surgery. The radiation comes either from a high-energy beam aimed at the cancer from outside of your body using a special machine, or from a radioactive substance put inside your body in or near the cancer.

NSCLC treatment solution: Chemotherapy

This can either be done through the use of pills or with a needle in a vein or muscle. It is important to note that, irrespective of method used, the drugs will still travel throughout the body to kill the cancer. The doctor can either put it in the patient’s spinal fluid, a specific organ, or a space inside your body to target cancer cells in that area. You could get chemo before surgery to make a tumor smaller, after surgery, or both, or even if you don’t have surgery.

Targeted therapy

These drugs and antibodies stop cancer cells from growing and spreading in very specific ways. Because of how they work, they usually harm normal cells less than radiation and chemo.

Laser and photodynamic therapy (PDT)

This technique uses a special laser light to “turn on” special drugs that cancer cells have been absorbed. This kills them and helps avoid damage to healthy tissue.

Clinical trials

Currently, there are a lot of studies being done with a view of finding out new treatment procedures for cancer. When diagnosed with any type of cancer, you could ask your doctor if a clinical trial would be a good for your condition. Always ensure that your doctor is aware of how you are feeling. If there are some pain or shortness of breath, communicate that immediately. There are treatments for that so you can feel better. This is a long treatment journey and if you have any concern you want to share, AWAREmed health center doors are always open for you.

NSCLC treatment solution: Non-Small-Cell Lung Cancer

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Regional recurrence cure

January 20, 2018

Regional recurrence cure: Breast cancer diagnosis

Regional recurrence cure for a more comfortable life

Like with other treatments of other types of cancer, in most cases, the regional recurrence cure may involve the use of surgery, radiation therapy and drug treatments. For a better understanding of a regional breast cancer recurrence treatment procedures, let’s discuss each briefly.

Surgery. When the cancer cells has been identified, surgery is the best for this treatment. The surgeon operates the patient to remove the tumor. In the process, he/she may also remove the lymph nodes under arm if they’re still present.

Radiation therapy. Occasionally radiation therapy may be used after surgery. However, where surgery isn’t the suitable procedure, radiation therapy may be used as the main treatment for a regional breast cancer recurrence.

Drug treatments. Chemotherapy, targeted therapy or hormone therapy and may be recommended as the main treatment or may follow surgery or radiation.

Regional recurrence cure: Metastatic breast cancer

This disease has a variety of treatment options. The ideal option will depend on the stage of the cancer. A series of treatment options may be applied where the patient fails to respond positively. It is important to appreciate that the main objective of treatment here is not to cure the disease. This is a life prolonging treatment as it only relieves the patient from symptoms caused by cancer. The focus here is to help the patient live as comfortable and for as long as possible. Treatments may include:

Hormone therapy. For those patients whose cancer is hormone receptor positive, hormone therapy will be essential. This treatment approach has minimal side effects in relation to chemotherapy. This makes it to be the first treatment used for metastatic breast cancer.

Chemotherapy. Where the patient cancer is hormone receptor negative or if hormone therapy is no longer working, chemotherapy may be recommended.

Targeted therapy. If your cancer cells have certain characteristics that make them vulnerable to targeted therapy, this medication may be recommended.

Bone-building drugs. This becomes applicable where the cancer has spread to the bones. It helps in reducing the risk of broken bones and also reduces bone pain.

Other treatments. Radiation therapy and surgery may be used in certain situations to control signs and symptoms of advanced breast cancer.

Regional recurrence cure: Alternative medicine

As we look into this, it is important to note that this is not a replacement of the mainstream breast cancer treatment. In fact alternative medicine treatments doesn’t cure breast cancer. Nevertheless, complementary and alternative medicine therapies are essential in helping patients cope with side effects of treatment when combined with the doctor’s care. Like for instance, most cancer patients are distressed which brings about sadness and worries. In such condition, sleep and feeding or even concentration becomes difficult. This is where the complementary and alternative treatments come in. according to doctor Dalal Akoury MD, President and founder of AWAREmed health and wellness resource center, the following alternative treatments can be very helpful:

Yoga
Relaxation exercises
Music therapy
Meditation
Exercise
Dance or movement therapy
Art therapy

At AWAREmed health center, this is what we do best. If you are struggling with such pain, we would like to help you the best way we can. Give us a call today and let us be part of your healing success.

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Recurrent breast tumor

January 20, 2018

Recurrent breast tumor diagnosis: The remnants of cancer cells

Recurrent breast tumor. Breast cancer is a malignant tumor which is a collection of cancer cells arising from the cells of the breast.

Recurrent breast tumor diagnosis is essential in addressing the underlying problem. Therefore from the mammogram, physical exam or just by way of signs and symptoms and investigations findings, if the doctor suspects that you may having some traces of recurrent breast he or she may recommend further additional tests to confirm the diagnosis. Some of the tests and procedures may include:

Imaging tests. The kind of imaging test the patient will undergo will depend on the individual situation. Nonetheless, the Imaging tests may include a magnetic resonance imaging (MRI), computerized tomography (CT) scan, X-ray, bone scan or positron emission tomography (PET) scan. It must however be noted that not every patient needs every test. The doctor will determine which tests are most helpful in your particular situation.

Removing a sample of tissue for lab testing (biopsy). The doctor may recommend a biopsy procedure to collect suspicious cells for testing. Working in a laboratory, a pathologist examines the cells and determines the types of cells involved. A pathologist will then determine if the cancer is a recurrence of cancer or a new type of cancer. Tests also show whether the cancer is sensitive to hormone treatment or targeted therapy.

Recurrent breast tumor diagnosis: Treatment

Every patient has their unique treatment plan and this will depend on a number of factors. Like for instance, the extent of the disease, its hormone receptor status, the type of treatment you received for your first breast cancer and your overall health. Besides these, the doctor will also considers the patients goals and preferences for treatment.

Recurrent breast tumor diagnosis: Treating a local recurrence

Treatment for a local recurrence typically starts with an operation and may include radiation if the patient haven’t had it before. Chemotherapy and hormone therapy may also be recommended as well.

Surgery. When the recurrent breast cancer is confined to the breast, treatment will involves removing any remaining breast tissue. However, if the first cancer was treated with lumpectomy, the doctor may recommend a mastectomy to remove the remaining breast tissue like lobules, ducts, fatty tissue, skin and nipple.

If your first breast cancer was treated with mastectomy and the cancer comes back in the chest wall, you may have surgery to remove the new cancer along with a margin of normal tissue. A local recurrence may be accompanied by hidden cancer in nearby lymph nodes. Therefore, the surgeon may remove some or all of the nearby lymph nodes if they weren’t removed during your initial treatment.

Radiation therapy. Radiation therapy uses high-energy beams, such as X-rays, to kill cancer cells. If you didn’t have radiation therapy for your first breast cancer, your doctor may recommend it now. But if you had radiation after a lumpectomy, radiation to treat the recurrence isn’t usually recommended because of the risk of side effects.

Chemotherapy. Chemotherapy uses drugs to kill cancer cells. Your doctor may recommend chemotherapy after surgery to reduce your risk of another cancer recurrence.

Hormone therapy. Medications that block the growth-promoting effects of the hormones estrogen and progesterone may be recommended if your cancer is hormone receptor positive.

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