Comments for Cancer and You http://cancer-and-you.com Informational articles, tips and tricks about cancer Sun, 20 May 2012 11:14:34 +0000 hourly 1 http://wordpress.org/?v=3.3.2 Comment on How is cancer is more potent than a cell inflicted with a virus if they have similar characteristics? by Spreedog http://cancer-and-you.com/questions-answered/how-is-cancer-is-more-potent-than-a-cell-inflicted-with-a-virus-if-they-have-similar-characteristics#comment-29 Spreedog Sun, 20 May 2012 11:14:34 +0000 http://cancer-and-you.com/questions-answered/how-is-cancer-is-more-potent-than-a-cell-inflicted-with-a-virus-if-they-have-similar-characteristics#comment-29 Not all viruses are RNA viruses - but this is an intelligent question. Most viruses insert a message that says "make more of me" - - more viral particles. The DNA damage of malignancies turns off the cellular control mechanisms that tell cells to stop dividing - so cells divide / reproduce without control as you say. The differences is reproduction of cells vs reproduction of viral particles. There are over 26,000 genes in the human genome. Damage to each one has different consequences. Nothing is simple in the human body, and it gets more complicated each year as brilliant researchers unravel the mechanisms of function associated with each gene. There are some very smart people on this site who can explain this in much more elaborate detail if they see this question. Good question. You are thinking. That's what I ask of my students first and foremost - think. There are viruses associated with some human malignancies. I think we will find more of these in the future. Not all viruses are RNA viruses – but this is an intelligent question.
Most viruses insert a message that says "make more of me"
- – more viral particles.
The DNA damage of malignancies turns off the cellular control mechanisms that tell cells to stop dividing – so cells divide / reproduce without control as you say.
The differences is reproduction of cells vs reproduction of viral particles.

There are over 26,000 genes in the human genome.
Damage to each one has different consequences.
Nothing is simple in the human body, and it gets more complicated each year as brilliant researchers unravel the mechanisms of function associated with each gene.

There are some very smart people on this site who can explain this in much more elaborate detail if they see this question. Good question. You are thinking.
That’s what I ask of my students first and foremost – think.

There are viruses associated with some human malignancies.
I think we will find more of these in the future.

]]> Comment on Why does cancer appear in some places more frequently than others? by heyonah http://cancer-and-you.com/questions-answered/why-does-cancer-appear-in-some-places-more-frequently-than-others#comment-28 heyonah Sun, 20 May 2012 03:32:55 +0000 http://cancer-and-you.com/questions-answered/why-does-cancer-appear-in-some-places-more-frequently-than-others#comment-28 It tends to occur more frequently in epithelial tissue because this type of tissue reproduces most frequently. Since it is the replication of cells that goes awry in cancer, it would follow that we would see cancer more frequently in cell types that divide more frequently. We are also more likely to see cancers in places that are most commonly exposed to carcinogens such as UV radition and environmental toxins. So for this reason, some of the most common cancer places for cancer are the skin, the lungs and the digestive track. It tends to occur more frequently in epithelial tissue because this type of tissue reproduces most frequently. Since it is the replication of cells that goes awry in cancer, it would follow that we would see cancer more frequently in cell types that divide more frequently.

We are also more likely to see cancers in places that are most commonly exposed to carcinogens such as UV radition and environmental toxins. So for this reason, some of the most common cancer places for cancer are the skin, the lungs and the digestive track.

]]> Comment on What is the best way to cure esophageal cancer? by puppysyndrome http://cancer-and-you.com/questions-answered/what-is-the-best-way-to-cure-esophageal-cancer#comment-27 puppysyndrome Sat, 19 May 2012 17:14:59 +0000 http://cancer-and-you.com/questions-answered/what-is-the-best-way-to-cure-esophageal-cancer#comment-27 As a rule, there is no cure for esophageal cancer. There is a surgical procedure that can be performed but if it has already metastasized to other organs it's probably already too advanced. Prognosis for this time of cancer is usually 5 yrs max.....but that's for strictly esophageal cancer. Depending on what other organs are involved, that time would likely be reduced. Because it effects the esophageous, eating can become very difficult so it's important for him to take supplements like Ensure to keep his strength. Most people with esophageal cancer lose a lot of weight. As a rule, there is no cure for esophageal cancer. There is a surgical procedure that can be performed but if it has already metastasized to other organs it’s probably already too advanced. Prognosis for this time of cancer is usually 5 yrs max…..but that’s for strictly esophageal cancer. Depending on what other organs are involved, that time would likely be reduced.

Because it effects the esophageous, eating can become very difficult so it’s important for him to take supplements like Ensure to keep his strength. Most people with esophageal cancer lose a lot of weight.

]]> Comment on What types of cancer are common during late adolescence and early adulthood? by BSherman http://cancer-and-you.com/questions-answered/what-types-of-cancer-are-common-during-late-adolescence-and-early-adulthood#comment-26 BSherman Sat, 19 May 2012 07:17:55 +0000 http://cancer-and-you.com/questions-answered/what-types-of-cancer-are-common-during-late-adolescence-and-early-adulthood#comment-26 Cancer of all types is rare in young people. Women are advised to begin breast self-exams at 20. Besides that, just be conscious of changes in your body and discuss concerns with your doctor as appropriate. The number one killer of young people is accidents. Tens of thousands of young people die accidentally every year. Motor vehicle accidents are the biggest killer. But falls, drowning, shootings, and drug-related incidents take a terrible toll as well. Here is how to increase your chances of dying from old age: 1) Always wear a seat belt. 2) Obey the speed limit. 3) Never drive drunk or impaired. Don't be a passenger of someone who is drunk or impaired. 4) Wear a helmet on motorcycles and bikes. 5) Learn to swim, never swim alone, never swim at night, and never swim while drunk or impaired. 6) Stay away from ladders and roofs. 7) Stay away from situations where illegal drugs may be present 8) Do not handle firearms unless you have completed a firearms safety class. Cancer of all types is rare in young people.

Women are advised to begin breast self-exams at 20. Besides that, just be conscious of changes in your body and discuss concerns with your doctor as appropriate.

The number one killer of young people is accidents. Tens of thousands of young people die accidentally every year. Motor vehicle accidents are the biggest killer. But falls, drowning, shootings, and drug-related incidents take a terrible toll as well. Here is how to increase your chances of dying from old age:

1) Always wear a seat belt.

2) Obey the speed limit.

3) Never drive drunk or impaired. Don’t be a passenger of someone who is drunk or impaired.

4) Wear a helmet on motorcycles and bikes.

5) Learn to swim, never swim alone, never swim at night, and never swim while drunk or impaired.

6) Stay away from ladders and roofs.

7) Stay away from situations where illegal drugs may be present

8) Do not handle firearms unless you have completed a firearms safety class.

]]> Comment on What are some cancer diet-friendly meals for my neighbor with pancreatic cancer? by baliparadise http://cancer-and-you.com/questions-answered/what-are-some-cancer-diet-friendly-meals-for-my-neighbor-with-pancreatic-cancer#comment-25 baliparadise Fri, 18 May 2012 21:18:32 +0000 http://cancer-and-you.com/questions-answered/what-are-some-cancer-diet-friendly-meals-for-my-neighbor-with-pancreatic-cancer#comment-25 For Entree: Fresh green salad using balsamic vinegar/olive oil For dessert: Make smoothies. Mix together organic blueberries with apple, grape, cranberry, or guava juice—anything but orange juice. Citrus fruits can contribute to or exacerbate mouth sores, and you’ll want to do everything you can to avoid those. Throw in a banana and some plain yogurt. For Entree:
Fresh green salad using balsamic vinegar/olive oil

For dessert:
Make smoothies. Mix together organic blueberries with apple, grape, cranberry, or guava juice—anything but orange juice. Citrus fruits can contribute to or exacerbate mouth sores, and you’ll want to do everything you can to avoid those. Throw in a banana and some plain yogurt.

]]> Comment on How long does it take for cancer to run its course? by Denisedds http://cancer-and-you.com/questions-answered/how-long-does-it-take-for-cancer-to-run-its-course#comment-24 Denisedds Fri, 18 May 2012 13:13:42 +0000 http://cancer-and-you.com/questions-answered/how-long-does-it-take-for-cancer-to-run-its-course#comment-24 Assuming a person were diagnosed with an early form of cancer, it means they have already had it for years and lead a normal life. Cancer is a category of disease not a single disease and they all behave differently. There are plenty of books on the subject if you want to spend a few years studying it. There are people diagnosed with prostate cancer and some lymphomas who wait years before starting treatment and lead normal lives. People with prostate cancer who do not have surgery have a median survival of 2-6 months. So exactly what kind of cancer are you referring to? BTW melanoma is the most dangerous skin cancer, but it does not necessarily spread faster than any other cancer. It is not unusual to see it spread 30 years after diagnosis. I do not call that fast. Assuming a person were diagnosed with an early form of cancer, it means they have already had it for years and lead a normal life. Cancer is a category of disease not a single disease and they all behave differently.
There are plenty of books on the subject if you want to spend a few years studying it.
There are people diagnosed with prostate cancer and some lymphomas who wait years before starting treatment and lead normal lives. People with prostate cancer who do not have surgery have a median survival of 2-6 months. So exactly what kind of cancer are you referring to?
BTW melanoma is the most dangerous skin cancer, but it does not necessarily spread faster than any other cancer. It is not unusual to see it spread 30 years after diagnosis. I do not call that fast.

]]> Comment on What causes cervical cancer and what to do to prevent it? by Anonymous http://cancer-and-you.com/questions-answered/what-causes-cervical-cancer-and-what-to-do-to-prevent-it#comment-23 Anonymous Fri, 18 May 2012 13:13:39 +0000 http://cancer-and-you.com/questions-answered/what-causes-cervical-cancer-and-what-to-do-to-prevent-it#comment-23 Most of what you have said is incorrect I'm afraid. Please visit the Jo's Trust website to get accurate info. The HPV virus is transmitted by sexual contact and isn't stopped by condoms. Around 80% of people have HPV so even one partner is enough. There are 100 different strains, but only a few are high risk. The hpv can cause changes in the cells. The body normally fights these changes but not always. Sometimes the cells develop into cancerous ones very slowly. Regular smear test and the hpv jabs are the best way. Smoking can stop the body fighting the cells too, but sometimes you can do everything right but it just goes wrong anyway. Hope that helps! Most of what you have said is incorrect I’m afraid. Please visit the Jo’s Trust website to get accurate info.

The HPV virus is transmitted by sexual contact and isn’t stopped by condoms. Around 80% of people have HPV so even one partner is enough. There are 100 different strains, but only a few are high risk.

The hpv can cause changes in the cells. The body normally fights these changes but not always. Sometimes the cells develop into cancerous ones very slowly.

Regular smear test and the hpv jabs are the best way. Smoking can stop the body fighting the cells too, but sometimes you can do everything right but it just goes wrong anyway.

Hope that helps!

]]> Comment on How would a cancer sign dating a cancer signs relationship most likely be? by Morrigan http://cancer-and-you.com/questions-answered/how-would-a-cancer-sign-dating-a-cancer-signs-relationship-most-likely-be#comment-22 Morrigan Fri, 18 May 2012 03:19:30 +0000 http://cancer-and-you.com/questions-answered/how-would-a-cancer-sign-dating-a-cancer-signs-relationship-most-likely-be#comment-22 Two Cancers together would have a very good chance at a successful relationship - you'd understand the other's sensitivity and put up with each other's mood swings. Guess it depends on your rising signs too, you won't be exactly alike because I doubt you were born on the same day at the same minute. Enjoy your relationship, don't analyse it too much! Two Cancers together would have a very good chance at a successful relationship – you’d understand the other’s sensitivity and put up with each other’s mood swings. Guess it depends on your rising signs too, you won’t be exactly alike because I doubt you were born on the same day at the same minute. Enjoy your relationship, don’t analyse it too much!

]]> Comment on How is Cancer considered a cardinal sign? by The Undertaker http://cancer-and-you.com/questions-answered/how-is-cancer-considered-a-cardinal-sign#comment-21 The Undertaker Thu, 17 May 2012 18:19:06 +0000 http://cancer-and-you.com/questions-answered/how-is-cancer-considered-a-cardinal-sign#comment-21 Cancer in a chart reveals the area where individuals must have the freedom to do things in their own way, as the ideas of others can confuse them. It makes total sense that they are also considered initiators especially since they hate being bossed just like Leos. Cancer has a subtle need to wield power and yet to be powerless. Basically, they initiate with more emotions and sensitivity that all the other Cardinal signs. Cancer in a chart reveals the area where individuals must have the freedom to do things in their own way, as the ideas of others can confuse them. It makes total sense that they are also considered initiators especially since they hate being bossed just like Leos. Cancer has a subtle need to wield power and yet to be powerless. Basically, they initiate with more emotions and sensitivity that all the other Cardinal signs.

]]> Comment on How can microwaves cause cancer if its wavelength is longer than that of light? by Geoff Erurarariuski http://cancer-and-you.com/questions-answered/how-can-microwaves-cause-cancer-if-its-wavelength-is-longer-than-that-of-light#comment-20 Geoff Erurarariuski Thu, 17 May 2012 10:18:51 +0000 http://cancer-and-you.com/questions-answered/how-can-microwaves-cause-cancer-if-its-wavelength-is-longer-than-that-of-light#comment-20 Microwaves don't cause cancer. They ellicit rotations in water molecules (only if they have a high enough amplitude), which makes things hot, but yeah, no cancer. We use them in WiFi Microwaves don’t cause cancer. They ellicit rotations in water molecules (only if they have a high enough amplitude), which makes things hot, but yeah, no cancer. We use them in WiFi

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