Cancer is a scourge to society. There is no cure. The exact cause is still mysterious. No wonder, if the cancer is considered a killer disease which accounts for the largest number of premature deaths in different parts of the world.
Than a dozen types of cancer were identified, four of which the following, among women who are vulnerable to attack.
Breast cancer
Global Burden of Cancer noted the ratio of breast cancer cases in Indonesia reached 26 per 100,000 women. This figure shows the high risks that threaten the women in our country.
Than a dozen types of cancer were identified, four of which the following, among women who are vulnerable to attack.
Breast cancer
Global Burden of Cancer noted the ratio of breast cancer cases in Indonesia reached 26 per 100,000 women. This figure shows the high risks that threaten the women in our country.
Symptoms: Immediately report any lumps in the breast, the area near the armpits or neck bones. Also, tell your doctor about breast changes such as swelling, pain in the nipple, red blotches or a nipple that protrudes into.
Prevention: Women aged 40 and over 40 have a mammogram every year. Younger women are advised to test the clinical breast every three years. For women at high risk, such as having a mother and a sister with breast cancer, ask your doctor to perform an MRI scan.
Cervical cancer
Cancer that forms in the cervix, which connects the uterus and vagina, it usually occurs in women under 50 years of age, although his chances may befall all ages.
Symptoms: vaginal bleeding, like bleeding after sex, after menopause, or pain during sex are the symptoms of the most common.
Prevention: Women should do the pap smear at age 21, and do every three years if results are normal. At age 30, do pap smear test in conjunction with HPV testing every five years until age 65. HPV is the virus that causes almost all cervical cancers.
Ovarian Cancer
Most cases occur in postmenopausal women.
Symptoms: Bloating, pelvic pain, difficulty eating or have frequent urination may be signs of ovarian cancer, especially if the symptoms get worse over time. Other signs include fatigue, abdominal pain, pain during sex, constipation and back pain. See your doctor if you have these symptoms, especially if you are over 55, menopause, never pregnant or have a family history of ovarian cancer, breast, and cervical cancer.
Prevention: There is no good scanning tests for ovarian cancer, according to the American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists. CA-125 blood test could not diagnose ovarian cancer, but only to monitor her body's response to treatment of ovarian cancer. If you experience these symptoms, the doctor will perform a physical examination and pelvic examination before additional tests such as ultrasound.
Melanoma
Melanoma can occur on any skin surface, as well as in other tissues such as eye pigment. This is one of the most common cancers in people under 30 years old.
Symptoms: Melanoma indiscriminate in size. Please check if you find new spots or moles that change in terms of form and color. Other warning signs, including pain that does not heal, itching, bleeding or spotting around the mole. Women often get in the legs, shoulders and hips.
Prevention: Pay attention to your skin about once a month by using a body mole map. Also, do periodic checks, especially if you are Caucasian, blonde or red, blue or green eyes, have many moles and have skin that burns easily.
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