Tag: wellness
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The Function Of The Female Reproductive System
The Function Of The Female Reproductive System Polite notice: This page contains diagrams of the reproductive organs of males and females (private parts). It is for educational purposes on cancers that arise in those areas. Please ensure that when visiting the page, there is a sense of manners. We understand that in some cultures, there…
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Importance Of Women’s Health And Cultural Taboo
A “taboo” is when a substance is neither discussed nor acknowledged because of social or cultural norms. There is a pressing number of gynaecological cancers worldwide, and this is caused by an imbalance in healthcare approaches in patient-centred care between high-income countries (HICs) like the United Kingdom and low-income countries (LICs) and low- and middle-income…
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Preventative Treatment
Balanced Diet Calcium, vitamin B12 and protein helps strengthen the bones and improve bone homeostasis/health. Be Aware And Monitor Symptoms Recognising symptoms is key, for instance, Being aware of inherited genetic conditions If you or your relatives have a genetic condition that is run by family, it may lead to an increased risk of bone…
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Osteoblastoma FactFile
Overview of Osteoblastoma Malignancy: Benign Type of bone tumour: Primary Grade: Low Location: It affects the skull and vertebraeLarger than osteoma – The central nidus is more than 2cm References Bădilă, A.E., Rădulescu, D.M., Niculescu, A.-G., Grumezescu, A.M., Rădulescu, M. and Rădulescu, A.R. (2021). Recent Advances in the Treatment of Bone Metastases and Primary Bone Tumors:…
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Osteoid Osteoma FactFile
Overview of Osteoid Osteoma Malignancy: Benign Type of bone tumour: Primary Grade: Low Location: It mainly occurs in the long bones. Upper limbs and hands: Humerus (arms), fingers (phalanges) Lower limbs: Proximal femur, tibia, feet (phalanges) Posterior of spine (vertebrae) Onset: First two decades (5 to 25) Risk Factors Of Osteoid Osteoma A) Genetics: Adenomatous Polyposis…
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Appearance Of Osteosarcoma Under The Microscope
Appearance Under Microscope Cell Morphology: pleomorphic and spindle Pleomorphic: a cell appears in different forms. Fine lacey pattern of the trabeculae. Irregular clumps of osteoid. Types of Histology Histology is the study of tissues. Supporting Image Resources References Bădilă, A.E., Rădulescu, D.M., Niculescu, A.-G., Grumezescu, A.M., Rădulescu, M. and Rădulescu, A.R. (2021). Recent Advances in…
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Osteosarcoma FactFile Part B (Other Risk Factors)
Other risk factors of Osteosarcoma B) Predisposed conditions: Paget’s Disease Abnormal bone remodelling where there is either excessive bone formation or breakdown. There is a high proportion of spongy bone to compact bone. Low production of minerals causes weakening of bones with a spotty appearance. Other effects of Paget’s disease Osteoclast activity decreases -> This…
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Osteosarcoma FactFile Overview
Overview of Osteosarcoma It is also known as osteogenic sarcoma Malignancy: Most common type of bone cancer. Secondary growth can occur in the lungs (pulmonary) and is characterised by M2-like tumour-associated macrophages (TAMS) in the tumour stroma. Stroma is the connective tissue that forms the basis of the cell or tissue. Macrophages are a type of…
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Osteosarcoma FactFile Part A (Genetic Syndromes)
Risk Factors Of Osteosarcoma Part A A) Genetic Syndromes There are many genetic syndromes that increase the risk and is associated with osteosarcoma. Here are some of them Li Fraumeni Syndrome It is an autosomal dominant disorder. Autosomal refers to the 22 pairs of numbered chromosomes in humans that are not involved in determining biological…
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