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Ovarian Cancer The  O vary The ovary is an organ of the female reproductive gland that produces  ovum . Females have a pair of ovaries, held by membrane beside the uterus on each side of the lower abdomen.  Th is  organ  p l a y s  a very important role in overall reproductive process. Ovarian Cancer   It refers to any cancerous growth that begins in the ovary. It goes undetected until it has spread within the pelvis and abdomen. It can start in the ovary’s germ, stromal, or epithelial cells. Germ cells are the cells that become eggs. Stromal cells make up the substance of the ovary. Epithelial cells are the outer layer of the ovary. Teal Ribbon Ovarian Cancer Teal Ribbon September is the Ovarian Cancer Awareness Month. Symptoms/Signs Abdominal bloating or swelling Quick feeling full when eating Abdomen, back or pelvic pain Unexpected vaginal bleeding Changes in bowel habits, such as constipation Weight loss ...

Prostate Cancer Prostate Gland:  The prostate is a walnut-sized gland located between the bladder and the penis. The prostate is just in front of the rectum. The urethra runs through the center of the prostate, from the bladder to the penis, letting urine flow out of the body. The prostate secretes fluid that nourishes and protects sperm. Prostate Cancer: Prostate cancer is cancer that occurs in the prostate — a small walnut-shaped gland in men that produces the seminal fluid that nourishes and transports sperm. Prostate cancer is one of the most common types of cancer in men. Risk factors: Age Your risk of prostate cancer increases as your age. Race For reasons not yet determined, black men carry a greater risk of prostate cancer than do men of other races. In black men, prostate cancer is also more likely to be aggressive or advanced. Family history If men in your family have had prostate cancer, your risk may be increased. Also, if you have a family ...

Colon Cancer  Colon The colon is the last part of the digestive system in most vertebrates. It extracts water and salt from solid wastes before they are eliminated from the body and is the site unlike the small intestine, the colon does not play a major role in absorption of foods and nutrients. However, the colon does absorb water, sodium and some fat soluble vitamins. Colon Cancer  Colon, or colorectal, cancer is cancer that starts in the large intestine (colon) or the rectum (end of the colon). Risk Factor If you are older than 60 If you are African American of eastern European descent If you eat a a lot of red or processed meats If you have colorectal polyps If you have inflammatory bowel disease ( Crohn's disease   or ulcerative colitis) If you have a family history of colon cancer If you have a personal history of breast cancer. Causes Diet Obesity Smoking Drug effects Symptoms Diarrhea or Constipatio...