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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 ...

Epilepsy   Epilepsy is a physical condition that occurs when there is a sudden, brief change in how the brain works. When brain cells are not working properly, a person's consciousness, movement, or actions may be altered for a short time. These physical changes are called epileptic seizures . Epilepsy is therefore sometimes called a seizure disorder . Epilepsy affects people in all nations and of all races. Causes Physical causes: Trauma Space occupying lesion Stroke Very raised blood pressure Tuberous sclerosis Metabolic causes: Hypoglycemia (low sugar level) Hyperglycemia (high sugar level) Hypoxia low oxygen level) Uremia Hyponatraemia (low sodium level) Hypernatraemia (high sodium level) Hypocalcaemia Liver diseases Alcohol withdrawal Drugs-phenothiazines,cocaine,benzodiazepines Infections: Encephalitis Syphilis Cysticercosis HIV Symptoms Eyes are generally open. The person may not appear to be breathing. The person is ofte...