Updated guidance on when chemotherapy is used for breast cancer, how it is given, how it fits with targeted and hormonal treatments, common side effects, and fertility considerations.
Primary peritoneal carcinoma (PPC) arises from the abdominal lining and behaves much like epithelial ovarian cancer. Diagnosis uses imaging, CA-125, and biopsy. Standard care remains cytoreductive surgery plus platinum-based chemotherapy; PARP inhibitors are now commonly used as maintenance in eligible patients. Long-term surveillance and genetic testing are important.
Cord blood contains blood-forming stem cells used to treat blood cancers, immune disorders, and some genetic diseases. Parents can donate to public banks or pay to store privately; evaluate accreditation, costs, and realistic clinical benefits.
Benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH) is common with age. Management falls into three categories: watchful waiting/lifestyle, medications (alpha-blockers, 5-alpha-reductase inhibitors), and procedures or surgery; herbal remedies like saw palmetto have limited and inconsistent evidence.
Primary peritoneal carcinoma is a rare, ovarian-type cancer of the abdominal lining. It causes vague symptoms such as bloating and abdominal pain and is treated like advanced ovarian cancer with surgery, platinum-based chemotherapy, and, when appropriate, targeted therapies including PARP inhibitors.
Small dense LDL (sdLDL) and ApoB give a clearer picture of atherogenic particle burden than LDL-C alone. High triglycerides often predict sdLDL. Consider ApoB or LDL-P testing if you have metabolic risk factors or unexplained cardiovascular risk.
Colorectal cancer is often treatable when found early. Know the symptoms, follow current screening guidance (start at 45 for average risk), and seek prompt evaluation for any concerning signs.
Lifestyle changes - Mediterranean-style eating, soluble fiber, plant sterols, exercise - are foundational for lowering LDL. When risk remains high, evidence supports proven medicines (statins, ezetimibe, others) under medical supervision.
A modern overview of cholesterol: what the numbers mean, how risk calculators (ASCVD) are used, and practical lifestyle and medication steps to reduce cardiovascular risk.
Updated overview of liver anatomy, its role in metastases (especially from colorectal cancer), and contemporary surgical and interventional treatments including resection, portal vein embolization, ablation, and radioembolization.
Sedative-hypnotics (benzodiazepines and Z-drugs) can treat insomnia and anxiety but carry risks: misuse, dependence and withdrawal, rare allergic reactions, and complex sleep-related behaviors. Use the lowest effective dose under medical supervision.