Ovarian cancer

Hepatocellular Carcinoma (HCC) is a highly malignant tumor with a growing burden in the United States with increasing prevalence. It is the fifth most frequently diagnosed cancer and second highest in terms of mortality, with one million cancer deaths yearly. A variety of risk factors contribute to HCC, including hepatitis B viral (HBV) infection, chronic hepatitis C virus (HCV) infection, cirrhosis of any cause including environmental toxins, alcohol abuse, nonalcoholic fatty liver disease,…

There have been many developments in cancer over the last few decades, but unfortunately, even the best treatment might not work. Growing up, I experienced many family members battle cancer. Both of my uncles were recently diagnosed, and after countless trips to the hospital, my uncle Jamie passed away. My other uncle, Jimmy, moved in with us shortly after. My family and I continue to take care of him and support him throughout the battle he is rigorously fighting. Jimmy was diagnosed with…

The article addresses the very prevalent health problem of childhood obesity. Childhood obesity has become a focus of many public health interventions. The American Academy of Pediatrics and the National Association of Pediatric Nurse Practitioners have created guidelines related to the prevention and treatment of childhood obesity. Many public health initiatives have been designed to address the problem, such as the Child and Adolescent Trial of Cardiovascular Health (CATCH). While there…

A Growing Problem The American dream is to grow and prosper. However, it seems as if Americans are taking growing literally. You can go to any of the fast food restaurants, which are located in every other corner, and hear the yells of a little boy demanding more happy meals from his mother. Obesity is increasing furiously in America, and it affects thousands of kids and adults. “You couldn't open up a magazine, you couldn't read a newspaper, and you couldn't turn on the TV without hearing…

A single gene can mean the difference between a normal life and a very difficult, painful, or even very short life. With technological advances in the field of genetics, such as the CRISPR-Cas9, it is now possible for geneticists to eliminate these single gene mutations that are lethal, extremely dangerous, or unbearable to the human race. Harlequin ichthyosis, cystic fibrosis and Smith-Lemli-Opitz syndrome are all caused by single genes and can potentially be edited out of the human genome.…

Magnetic resonance imaging uses non-aggressive magnetic imaging technology to produce a three dimensional image of a bodily part. This is similar yet different to the use of x-ray imaging for similar purposes, however, MRI has no trace of the damaging ionizing radiation given off during the use of x-rays and CT scans. MRI is generally used for inspection and detection in the muscles, ligaments and soft tissue through the human body and can be used to monitor treatments, diagnosis of a patient…

Obesity is a major health problem in the United States that affects millions of people. Obesity currently affects 1 in 3 adults and more than 34.9% or 78.6 million adults are obese in the United States (Adult Obesity Facts, 2015) An adult is considered to be obese if their Body Mass Index (BMI) is 30 or higher. The obesity epidemic is a major health concern, but more concerned is shifting toward the high prevalence of obesity among children. Childhood obesity has quadrupled in adolescents and…

Pseudophakic cystoid macular edema (PCME), also called Irvine-Gass syndrome, was identified and described for the first time by Irvine-Gass in the 20th century.1 Although the occurrence of PCME has declined with the use of modern surgical techniques, it is still recognized as one of the most common causes of poor visual outcome following cataract surgery.2 The pathogenetic mechanism underlying this syndrome remains unclear, although several factors have been identified potentially capable of…

As a child born with an underbite, my appearance prevented my confidence to flourish. If I have three wishes from Genie like Aladdin, I would wish for a magic pill for my jaw to grow normally. However, the medical field has yet proceeded far enough to succeed the pill. On Christmas of 2015, I stayed in a hospital for the first time, which I find fascinating even after going through anesthesia. To prevent future health problems, I had my jaw bone cut and shaved. I do not remember sleeping over…

There are many reasons why polycystic kidney disease is a negative disorder to many people. People sickening, polycystic kidney disease is a negative genetic disorder. Polycystic kidney disease has three types PKD1, PKD2, and PKD3 and these are what codes the protein in us. Polycystic kidneys disease is common in certain people and uncommon in certain people. Some causes of polycystic kidney disease is unknown. Cyst that grows in the kidney area is a cause of this though. There are many…