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Symptoms of Cervical Cancer
Cervical cancer symptoms do not usually present themselves until the cancer has spread. There are signs and symptoms of cervical cancer to watch out for though.
How to Choose Sunscreen
Learn what sunscreen is right for you and your family to prevent skin cancer and burns.
Skin Cancer Pictures
Learn what skin cancer looks like with skin cancer pictures. Pictures of several different types of skin cancer are displayed.
HPV Pictures
Look at pictures of genital warts, a condition caused by HPV. Please be advised that these pictures are very graphic in nature.
Cancer Symptoms
While there are many different types of cancer, there are a few universal symptoms of cancer, in general. A look into the symptoms of cancer and how it will affect you.
Colon Cancer Symptoms
Listing of the most commonly experienced colon cancer symptoms. There are instances whn colon cancer produces no symptoms at all.
HPV Symptoms
A look into the symptoms of HPV, a virus that is linked to cancer.
What is HPV ?
HPV is a known cause for cervical cancer and is now believed to cause other women's cancers like vulvar and vaginal. Learn what HPV is, how a person gets HPV, symptoms, and prevention of HPV.
Skin Cancer Symptoms
A look into the symptoms of skin cancer and melanoma.
Symptoms of Melanoma
A look into the signs and symptoms of melanoma, a dangerous form of skin cancer.
Stomach Cancer Symptoms
Stomach cancer symptoms often do not present themselves until an advanced stage. However, there are signs and symptoms of stomach cancer to keep an eye out for.
Lymphoma Symptoms
Explore the symptoms of lymphoma in this article. Lymphoma presents vague symptoms is sometimes misdiagnosed initially.
Basal Cell Carcinoma
Basal Cell Carcinoma
Types of Cancer
There are many types of cancer diagnosed each year, each affecting different parts of the body. This article lists different types of cancer, organized by regions of the body.
What is Cancer
What is cancer? How does cancer spread? Cancer is a group of over a hundred different diseases. Learn the different types of cancer, both common and rare types.
ASCUS Pap Smears
Learn more about ASCUS pap smears, the most common type of abnormal pap smears.
Full Liquid Diet
A full liquid diet is often prescribed after surgery. What can you eat while on the diet? This list provides examples of acceptable foods for the full liquid diet.
Breast Cancer Symptoms
Breast cancer symptoms are explored in this overview of symptoms to watch out for when it comes to breast cancer.
Non-Hodgkin's Lymphoma Symptom
The symptoms of Non-Hodgkin's lymphoma are discussed, and why certain symptoms occur in the disease.
Abnormal Vaginal Bleeding
Abnormal vaginal bleeding can be a symptom of cancer. Learn more about vaginal bleeding and cancer in this article.
Symptoms
Although cervical cancer is a relatively silent disease, there are a few signs and symptoms to watch out for. Symptoms of cervical cancer do not usually appear until the disease has advanced.
Best Ways To Prevent Cancer
Explore how to prevent cancer in these simple lifesaving tips.
Kidney Cancer Symptoms
A look into the symptoms of kidney cancer (renal cell). The symptoms vary from person to person, however there are symptoms of kidney cancer that almost all patients experience.
Can Men Get HPV?
Learn about HPV and men and how it affects men.
Skin Cancer Types
A look into the different types of skin cancer and symptoms associated with the variations.
Pregnancy After LEEP
What are the risks of getting pregnant after having a LEEP procedure? Explore how a LEEP can affect your pregnancy.
Basic Knowledge Cancer Quiz - Cancer
Basic Knowledge Cancer Quiz, from your About.com Guide
Symptoms of Leukemia
Learn the symptoms of leukemia. Leukemia is a disease that affects both children and adults. Symptoms of leukemia can occur suddenly or gradually progress.
Causes and Risk Factors
Studies have discovered definitive causes of cancer. With the knowledge of causes, we now know how we can prevent it. Learn the risk factors of cancer development and how to avoid exposure.
Pelvic Pain
Pelvic pain is a symptom of many types of cancer, including gynecologic cancer. Learn what types of cancer can cause pelvic pain.
LEEP for Cervical Cancer
Learn more about the Loop Electrosurgical Excision Procedure (LEEP), procedure done to treat cervical dysplasia or to diagnose cervical cancer. A LEEP is a common procedure.
Symptoms of Testicular Cancer
Testicular cancer symptoms are explained here in an in depth FAQ. Testicular cancer is a disease that affects men as young as 15 years of age.
Pancreatic Cancer Symptoms
Pancreatic cancer symptoms are often mistaken as ailments of other illnesses. In this article, we discuss the symptoms of pancreatic cancer and what may cause the symptoms to appear.
Abnormal Pap SMear
What does an abnormal Pap smear mean? Learn more about abnormal Pap smear results. A Pap test can come back as normal or abnomral - learn the difference.
Hodgkins Disease Symptoms
A look into the symptoms of Hodgkin's disease, also called Hodgkin's lyphoma, a type of cancer that invades the lymphatic system.
Breast Cancer Survival Rate
Breast cancer survival rate by stage is included in this FAQ about prognosis.
Risk Factors for Cervical Canc
The risk factors of cervical cancer are explained and explored. Cervical cancer is one of the more detectable cancers that affect women. There are many cervical cancer risk factors and recognizing them helps to prevent the disease.
Celebrity Breast Cancer Surviv
A look into celebrity and famous breast cancer survivors.
The ABCDE's of Skin Cancer
Learning the ABCDE rule of skin cancer can save your life! Explore what each letter represents and how early detection at home can make the difference!
Cervical Dysplasia
Learn more about cervical dysplasia, a condition the can lead to cervical cancer if not treated.
Shocking Facts and Skin Cancer
The facts and statistics about skin cancer are jaw dropping. Learn the shocking facts about skin cancer in hopes of prevention!
Adult Brain Tumor Symptoms
A look into the general symptoms of brain tumors affecting adults. Symptoms of brain tumors vary, but there are general signs to keep an eye out for.
What is a normal PSA level?
A normal PSA level is explained here in this FAQ about prostate cancer.
Oral Cancer Symptoms
A look into the symptoms of oral cancer. Symptoms of oral cancer do not always present themselves in the early stages.
Locks of Love
A look into Lock of Love, an organization that provides hairpieces to children suffering from hairloss. Learn how to donate to Locks of Love and how to receive a hairpiece.
6 Breast Cancer Symptoms
Most women associate lumps with breast cancer. However, there are more symptoms of breast cancer than most women know about.
Symptoms of Lung Cancer
Recognizing lung cancer symptoms may aid in earlier detection. Many times, however, lung cancer symptoms do not present themselves until teh disease has advanced.
Best Hospitals for Cancer
Article lists the top 10 out of 50 cancer hospitals in the United States. The report was researched and published by U.S. News & World Report.
10 Symptoms Women Should Know
A listing of symptoms of cancer that women need to be concerned about.
LGSIL Pap Smear Result
Low Grade Squamous Intraepitheliel Lesion, or LGSIL, is a classification of an abnormal Pap smear. Learn what LGSIL is, how it is detected, and treatment for LGSIL.
Celebs With Cancer
Cancer does not discriminate! Learn the faces of cancer, including celebrities! Learn celebrities diagnosed with cacner and those who have died of the disease.
Symptoms of Bladder Cancer
Bladder cancer is a common cancer in the United States. While the symptoms of bladder cancer are few, they are noticeable. Learn what the sypmtoms are and other information about cancer of the bladder.
Lung Cancer Symptoms
Recognizing lung cancer symptoms may aid in earlier detection. Many times, however, lung cancer symptoms do not present themselves until the disease has advanced.
Liver Cancer Symptoms
Explore symptoms of liver cancer with this listing of signs and symptoms that many people with liver cancer display.
High PSA Levels
What do your PSA test results mean? A high PSA level can indicate cancer, but false positives can happen with PSA tests. This FAQ addresses what it means to have a high PSA level.
Free Skin Cancer Screening
A llok into how to get a free skin cancer screening if you need one.
Prevent Cervical Cancer
Learn how to prevent cervical cancer. These easy lifestyle changes can greatly reduce your risk factor for developing cervical cancer.
5 Unknown Lung Cancer Signs
Most people recognize a perisistant cough as the most common symptom of lung cancer. People need to also be aware common symptoms of lung cancer that most people don't know about.
Cancer Treatment Options
A cancer patient's threatment can include radiation therapy, chemotherapy, surgery, and immunotherapy. Many times, a combination of these treatments are used.
Prostate Cancer Symptoms
Symptoms of prostate cancer are often silent until the disease is in an advanced stage. Learning to recognize the symptoms of prostate cancer, along with regular PSA test and rectal exams, allows earlier detection. The earlier it is diagnosed, the easier it is to treat.
Clear Liquid Diet
A clear liquid diet is often recommended for cancer patients before and after cancer surgery, to prepare for medical tests, or if the patient is nauseas from chemotherapy. Provided is a list of foods and drinks that are safe to consume when on a clear liquid diet.
Cervical Cancer Overview
A look into what cervical cancer is and just how seriously it can affect women.
Treating HPV
A look into how HPV is treated and under what circumstances is no treatment is recommneded.
Penile Cancer Symptoms
A look into the signs and symptoms of penile cancer. Symptoms of penile cancer are very clear and need to be avaluated by a physician ASAP. Learning the signs of penile cancer may aid in early detection.
How Do You Get HPV?
Human papillomavirus, or HPV, is an infection that can cause genital warts and cervical cancer. So how is it transmitted from person to another?
Colon Cancer Causes
What causes colon cancer? Learn the causes of colon cancer here in this FAQ.
Symptoms of Endometrial Cancer
A look into the symptoms of endometrial cancer, also called uterine cancer. Endometrial cancer symptoms often do not present themselves until the disease has progressed.
Men's Cancer Prevention
A look into the things that men can do to prevent a variety of types of cancer.
The History of Cancer
A look into the history of cancer, a group of diseases that have pagued man for centuries. Learn how cancer was discovered and treated in ancient egypt and rome.
Gardasil Facts
Facts about Gardasil, the HPV vaccine from Merck. A federal advisory has recommended approaval of Gardasil to the FDA.
HPV and Pregnancy
Facts about how HPV can affect pregnancy and the birth of a baby.
Types of Leukemia
Leukemia is a cancer that has many types. In this article, the different types of leukemia are explored and the characteristics of each are described.
Hookah and Cancer
A look into the health effects of smoking the hookah water pipe and if it causes cancer.
What is the Cervix?
What is a cervix and why do women need one? Learn more about the cervix and it's function in women.
Abdominal Swelling/Bloat
One of the more common symptoms of ovarian cancer is abdominal swelling and bloating. Learn more about this ovarian cancer symptoms and what it means.
Malignant and Benign Defined
What is the difference between malignant and benign cancer? Find out the answer here in the FAQ about malignant and benign tumors.
Choosing the Best SPF
Sunscreens all contain an SPF. What is the best SPF to use when outdoors? Learn how to choose the correct SPF when buying sunscreen.
Freezing Plastic Water Bottles
A look into the email chain that states that drinking water from frozen water bottles can cause cancer.
Chemo Basics
Chemotherapy is a form of treatment for many forms of cancers. It produces few, yet emotionally devastating side effects. Learn answers to questions concerning hair loss, nausea, and skin problems caused by chemotherapy.
Cervical Cancer
A look into what cervical cancer is, and other facts. Cervical cancer is a disease affecting the cervix in the female repsroductive system.
Understanding Leukemia
Learn what leukemia is and how the disease forms. Leukemia is a type of cancer that affects both children and adults.
Ways To Prevent Lung Cancer
Wonder how you can prevent lung cancer? Well, you have come to the right place. Article list the best ways to prevent lung cancer by reducing your risk factor.
Cancer Quiz For Women - Cancer
CancerQuiz For Women, from your About.com Guide
Thyroid Cancer Symptoms
The are quite a few symptoms of thyroid cancer. This article explores thyroid cancer symptoms that are commonly experienced.
Colon Cancer Overview
Formation about colon cancer including the causes, treatment and symptoms of the disease.
Is There a Cure for HPV?
HPV is a disease that affects over 20 million Americans. It is transmitted through both sexual contact and intercourse. Learn if there is a cure for HPV.
Lymphoma Overview
Overview of lymphoma and its causes, symptoms, and treatment of the disese. There are two main types of lymphoma, Hodgkin's disease and non-hodkins lymphoma.
Lobectomy
Discover how a lobectomy is performed in order to treat lung cancer.
Leukemia Risk Factors
A look into the causes and risk factors for leukemia. There are several types of leukemia; this article encompasses the genreal causes and risk factors for leukemia.
Pap Smear Results
An abnormal pap smear can mean many things. It can detect cells that are starting to change without reason, preacancerous cells, and cancerous cells.
Gifts for People With Cancer
Need gift ideas for a friend or family member with cancer? Try one of the gifts on this list; it is a compilation of gifts any cancer patient would love!
HGSIL Pap Smear Result
High Grade Squamous Intraepitheliel Lesion , or HGSIL for short, is a grading system for cervical dysplasia. Find out what HGSIL is, how it is treated, and how it relates to cervical cancer.
Lower Back Pain -Women
A look into lower back pain and it's relation to ovarian cancer. Ovarasin cancer has many vague symptoms, lower back pain included.
Splenda and Cancer Risk
Does splenda cause cancer? Find out the answer in this FAQ about the risks of consuming the artifical sweetener, Splenda.
Top 10 Cancer Myths
Cancer myths have been circulating for years! Learn fact from fiction in this Top 10 style list about cancer myths.
Esophageal Cancer Symptoms
Explore the symptoms of esophageal cancer. Esophageal cancer is a type of cancer that affects over 13,000 people each year.
Colposcopy
A colposcopy is one of the first steps in diagnosing cervical cancer. Having knowledge of the procedure and what what happens during eases a lot of anxiety. This FAQ focuses on what a colposcopy is and what goes on during the procedure.
Male Breast Cancer Symptoms
Male breast cancer symptoms are similiar to that of female breast cancer. Learning the symptoms of male breast cancer can aid in early detection.
Tanorexia
Explore the recent study that has found that tanning is addictive and may produce a 'high' similar to heroine in some people. Tanning addiction has been nicknamed 'tanorexia'.
Famous Cancer Deaths
Explore what famous people and other celebrities that have dies of lung cancer.
9 Cancer Symptoms for Men
There are symptoms of cancer that only men experience. Learn what symptoms men experience and what to do about the cancer symptoms.
Side Effects Of Radiation
Explore the side effects of radiation therapy and how to minimize them.
FAQColposcopy
A colposcopy is one of the first steps in diagnosing cervical cancer. Having knowledge of the procedure and what what happens during eases a lot of anxiety. This FAQ focuses on what a colposcopy is and what goes on during the procedure.
Marijuana and Lung Cancer
A look into whether smoking causes lung cancer.
Blue Lizard Sunscreen Review
Review of Blue Lizard suncreen. Blue Lizards suncreen is regarded as the best sunscreen around. How did it measure up in out test?
Cone Biopsy
A cone biopsy is common medical procedure in matters of cervical health. Learn what a cone biopsy is and why it is used to prevent cervical cancer.
Are HPV and Warts the Same?
Are HPV and genital warts the same thing? Learn the answer to this HPV FAQ and more.
Symptoms of Vaginal Cancer
Vaginal cancer often doesn't present any symptoms until the disease has progressed. This article looks into symptoms of the disease and what a woman needs to watch out for.
Prostate Cancer Risk Factors
Prostate cancer risk factors should be a concern for every man, as all men are risk for developing prostate cancer. This resource discusses the risks and causes of the disease.
Digital Rectal Exam (DRE)
A digital rectal exam (DRE) is a screening tool for prostate cancer. It is also known as a prostate exam. In this profile, we will learn what goes on during the test.
Skin Cancer Quiz - Cancer
Skin Cancer Quiz, from your About.com Guide
Genetic Cancer
Some people are risk for developing cancer because of gene mutations inherited from a parent. There are many types of hereditary cancers. Learn how to determine your risk factor through genetic counseling and the tests that identify the genes.
Ovarian Cancer Symptoms
Although the symptoms of ovarian cancer usually do not present themselves until the cancer has spread, there are signs and symptoms to watch out for in ovarian cancer.
Your First Pap Smear
Are you about to have your first Pap smear? Learn everything you need to know about Pap smears from why you need them, when you should have them, to common questions women have about Pap smears.
Tattoos and Cancer
Ever wonder if that tattoo on your arm can cause cancer? Read more to find out the answer.
Pneumonectomy
Learn more about the pneumnectomy, or surgical removal of a lung. A pnemonectomy is performed in some cases of lung cancer.
Stomach Cancer Overview
Learn more about stomach cacner annd its causes, symptoms, and prevention. Stomach cancer is also called gastric cancer.
How Long for a Prostate Exam
The prosate exam, medically know as a digital rectal exam, causes fear for many men. This FAQ addresses how long it takes for a prostate exam.
Cervical Biopsy
A cervical biopsy is performed when cancer or dysplasia is suspected. Learn what to expect during a cervical biopsy and how it is done.
Survival Rates
A look into cervical cancer five-year survival rates, organized by stage of cervical cancer.
National Skin Cancer Month
Learn the essentails of National Skin Cancer Awareness Month with information on causes, symptoms, preventionand treatment of skin cancer and melanoma.
Recto-Vaginal Exam
The recto-vaginal exam is one of the first ways a doctor may detect any abnormalities on the ovary. Learn what happens during the exam and what to expect.
Testicular Self Exam
Learning how to perform a testicular self exam can help detect testicular cancer at its early stages. This simple guide will teach you how, what to look for, and how often to to do the exam.
Flaxseed for Cancer Prevention
Learn more about flaxseed, a plant thought to have anti-cancer properties. Flaxseed is also known as flaxseed oil.
Chemo Side Effects
One od the most common side effects of chemotherapy is hair loss. This is a detailed look into why hair loss happens, ways to prevent it, and coping with hair loss.
Colon Cancer Screening
A look into colon cancer screening guidelines. How often to get tested and at what age is discussed. Colon cancer is also referred as colorectal or rectal cancer.
5 Ways to Prevent Skin Cancer
Explore how to prevent skin cancer. Skin cancer is one of the most commonly diagnosed and preventable types of cancer.
Daily Death Rate
Find out just how many people die of cancer each day.
Financial Help for Cancer Care
The cost of cancer care can be a burden for many. This article lists organizations that can provide financial assistance for cancer care.
Breast Self Exam
Performing a breast self exam (BSE) every month is key in preventing breast cancer. The exam is simple to do and only takes 10-15 minutes each month! Learn how to perform a BSE!
Fitness for Prevention
Studies have shown that exercising 30 minutes a day, five days a week can help prevent many cancers. A look into the fun ways to exercise, meeting the quota.

Remember to always consult your physician before beginning any type of new exercise.
Cervical Cancer Screening
Ever wonder how often you are supposed to have a pap smear? Find out the answer in this FAQ about the frequency of pap smears. The pap smear is the best method of cervical cancer screening for women.
What are Lymph Nodes?
What are lymph nodes? Learn more about lymph nodes in this in-depth definition.
Lung Cancer 101
Lung cancer is the most commonly diagnosed cancer among women and men. Learn how the lungs function, what causes lung cancer, and the different types of the disease here in this resource center for lung cancer.
Symptoms of Thyroid Cancer
Symptoms of thyroid cancer do not usually present themselves until the disease has advanced. However, there are signs and symptoms to look out for when suspecting thyroid cancer.
IS HPV a STD?
Is HPV considered to be a sexually transmitted disease? If, so why?
6 Common Pap Smear Mistakes
There are several common mistakes women make when it comes to Pap smears from scheduling it at the wrong time of the month to having sex before the test. Avoid these common mistakes to help make your next Pap test more accurate.
HPV Vaccine Controversy
A look into the controversy over the FDA approved HPV vaccine.
Leukemia Prevention
Learn the facts about leukemia prevention.
Carcinogens and Cancer
It is a medical fact that smoking is a very high risk factor fro cancer. Cigarettes contain many carcinogens that are known to cause cancer .In this article, you will learn what carcinogens are and how they cause cancer.
Commonly Diagnosed Cancer (US)
A simple list of the commonly diagnosed cancer types in the United States.
Can You Get HPV from Toilet?
Can you catch the HPV virus by sitting on a toilet seat? Find out the answer here in this HPV FAQ.
Cryogurgery and Dysplasia
Learn more about cryosurgery, a method of "freezing" abnormal cervical cells in order to treat cervical dysplasia.
What is a prostate?
A look into what the prostate gland is in reference to prostate cancer. The prostate gland is found in males.
What is Melanoma?
Melanoma is a potentially dangerous form of skin cancer. This FAQ takes a look at melanoma and provides information about this type of skin cancer.
Painful Lumps in the Breast
Are breast lumps painful? If a lump is not painful, does it mena it's not cancerous? Find out the answer in this FAQ about brest cancer causes.
Frequent Urge to Urinate
having to urinate often is a commonly experienced symptom of ovarian cancer. Learn more about this symptom with user accounts and more information.
Non-Smokers Lung Cancer
A look into how people who are non smokers can develop lung cancer.
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