Skin cancer is a serious medical condition and requires immediate treatment for increasing the chances of successful recovery. As the skin is made of different types of cells, skin cancer also has different varieties depending on the cells it affects. The signs and treatment options vary for the different types of skin cancer. Let’s look at the types of skin cancer in detail in this article: Basal cell carcinoma The American Cancer Society says that over 3 million people are affected by skin cancer in the country every year, and 80% of them are diagnosed with basal cell carcinoma. The basal cell layer is the lowest area of the epidermis, where this type of cancer develops. This cancer progresses very slowly and does not often metastasizes. However, if basal cell carcinoma is left untreated, it may start to spread. Also, basal cell carcinoma has a high rate of recurrence, and many may develop it elsewhere within 5 years. Recurrent basal cell carcinoma Among the different types of skin cancer, recurrent basal cell carcinoma is one of the most common ones. It can either occur in the same area as the first diagnosis of the condition or affect another part of the body.

Risk factors refer to aspects that influence one’s chances of developing a disease. Like most other diseases, prostate cancer also has certain risk factors that influence the chances of one developing it. Here’s a list of some of the top risk factors for prostate cancer: Age Age is one of the most prominent risk factors for prostate cancer. It is very rare for anyone under the age of 40 to develop prostate cancer, but the chances shoot up after 50 years of age. Almost 60% of the cases are among men over the age of 65 years. Ethnicity It has been seen that prostate cancer is more common among African-American men and Caribbean men who have African ancestry. It has also been noticed that these men develop prostate cancer at a younger age as compared to other races, and the condition is more severe among these men. The number of men with prostate cancer in Hispanic and Asian-American communities is lower, but the reason for these differences is not yet clear. Geography The area where one lives can be one of the top risk factors for prostate cancer as it can determine their chances of developing the condition. Men from North America, Australia, northwestern Europe, and Caribbean islands face higher risk, while Asian, Central American, African, and South American men are less likely to develop prostate cancer.

Certain kind of growths that takes place on the external surface of the nasal passages is called nasal polyps. This kind of growth or development is non-cancerous and painless. They hang down from the nasal passages in the shape of teardrops. Symptoms These symptoms are quite commonly observed Mild Stage Mild/small nasal polyps may not give rise to any symptoms. But if there is significant growth, one will be at a risk of suffering from breathing problems. Early Signs Swelling and a sense of irritation on the external surface of the nasal passage are some of the peculiar symptoms and warning signs of nasal polyps. If these symptoms persist, it is almost certain that one is suffering from the condition. Nasal polyps are very soft and small in size. When they initially develop, one might not be aware of their presence. By the time they grow bigger, you might start having breathing difficulties Common Warning Signs Some common symptoms and warning signs of nasal polyps include Pain in the upper part of the teeth. Low sense of taste. Migraine headaches Loud snoring Nose bleeding frequently. Sense of stuffiness in the nasal passage. Low of sense of smell. Slight pressure over the face or forehead.

Lymphoma is a type of cancer that originates in the immune system’s infection-fighting cells. These cells are found in parts of the body such as the spleen, bone marrow, lymph nodes, and thymus. When one suffers from lymphoma, white blood cells known as lymphocytes shift in their form and grow uncontrollably. Here, we will cover 4 different types of lymphoma. Types of Lymphoma Lymphoma can be divided into two major types: Hodgkin’s lymphoma and Non-Hodgkin’s lymphoma (NHL). Dr. Thomas Hodgkin, a renowned pathologist in the 1800s, classified certain cells as cancerous and named them Reed-Sternberg (RS) cells. If an individual’s body has these cells, they are suffering from Hodgkin’s lymphoma. Non-Hodgkin’s lymphoma originates in either the T- or B-cells present in the immune system. Non-Hodgkin’s lymphoma is further divided into several other types, some of which include B-cell Lymphoma One of the most aggressive kinds of Non-Hodgkin’s lymphoma is diffuse large B-cell lymphoma (DLBCL). It grows at a rapid pace and originates from abnormal B cells present in the blood. It is a very serious disease and if left unattended, it can result in death. Which stage of DLBCL you are in, will help in determining the kind of prognosis you will have to undergo.

An overactive bladder is a condition in which an individual feels the urge to urinate at short intervals. The urge happens suddenly and frequently, making it very difficult for one to control it. Apart from feeling the need to urinate several times a day, the person may also suffer from an unplanned discharge of urine while sleeping. Here, we cover the symptoms and treatments for overactive bladder as well as the complications associated with this condition. Symptoms The most common symptoms of an overactive bladder are A sudden urge to urinate frequently Unintentional or unplanned loss of urine Urinating multiple more than 8 times a day Losing out on sleep because of feeling the urge to urinate several times in the night Treatment options Medications Certain medications can help provide relief to the signs of overactive bladder and provide help in decreasing the episode of urge incontinence. These include Myrbetriq, Toviaz, Enablex, Vesicare, Trospium, and Detrol. Apart from these, the doctor may also recommend Oxybutynin. It can be used in the form of a gel (Gelnique), like a skin patch (Oxytrol), and consumed as a pill (Ditropan XL. Behavioral Therapies These therapies are the most common way to treat an overactive bladder.