Head and neck cancer facts* *Head and neck cancer facts by John P. Cunha, DO, FACOEP Cancers of the head and neck are identified by the area in which they begin: the oral cavity, salivary glands, paranasal sinuses and nasal cavity, pharynx, larynx (voicebox), and lymph nodes in the neck. Cancers of the brain, eye, thyroid gland, scalp, skin, muscles,...
Asbestos Exposure Dangers: Testing, Symptoms, Ban
Asbestos exposure diseases definitions, dangers, and facts Asbestos is a naturally occurring mineral that has been linked to human lung disease. All forms of asbestos increase the risk of lung disease. The three types of asbestos-related lung disease are scarring (asbestosis), non-cancerous disease of the tissue of the lining of the surface of the lung (pleural disease), and lung cancer...
Penis Cancer Causes, Signs, Symptoms & Treatment
Penis cancer facts* *Penis cancer facts by John P. Cunha, DO, FACOEP Penis cancer is a disease in which malignant (cancer) cells form in the tissues of the penis. Penile cancer is usually found on the glans or foreskin of the penis but can also occur on the shaft of the penis. Almost all penile cancers begin in the skin...
Testicular Cancer Symptoms, Tests, Types & Staging
Testicular cancer facts* *Testicular cancer facts medical author: Charles P. Davis, MD, PhD Testicular cancer is a disease when testicular cells become abnormal (malignant) in one or both testicles. It is the most common cancer in 20- to 35-year-old men and has two main types, seminomas and nonseminomas. The exact cause of testicular cancer is not known but risk factors...
Head and Neck Cancer Treatment, Symptoms & Causes
Head and neck cancer facts* *Head and neck cancer facts by John P. Cunha, DO, FACOEP Cancers of the head and neck are identified by the area in which they begin: the oral cavity, salivary glands, paranasal sinuses and nasal cavity, pharynx, larynx (voicebox), and lymph nodes in the neck. Cancers of the brain, eye, thyroid gland, scalp, skin, muscles,...
Asbestos Exposure Dangers: Testing, Symptoms, Ban
Asbestos exposure diseases definitions, dangers, and facts Asbestos is a naturally occurring mineral that has been linked to human lung disease. All forms of asbestos increase the risk of lung disease. The three types of asbestos-related lung disease are scarring (asbestosis), non-cancerous disease of the tissue of the lining of the surface of the lung (pleural disease), and lung cancer...
Lyrica (pregabalin) vs. Norco (hydrocodone and acetaminophen)
Lyrica (pregabalin) vs. Norco (hydrocodone and acetaminophen) Lyrica (pregabalin) and Norco (hydrocodone and acetaminophen) are both used to treat different types of pain. Lyrica is used to treat neuropathic pain associated with diabetic peripheral neuropathy or postherpetic neuralgia, and fibromyalgia. Lyrica is also used in combination with other drugs to treat partial onset seizures in adults. Norco is used to...
Lyrica (pregabalin) vs. Savella (milnacipran): Side Effects & Dosage
Lyrica (pregabalin) vs. Savella (milnacipran) differences and similarities Lyrica (pregabalin) and Savella (milnacipran) are used to treat pain associated with fibromyalgia. Lyrica is also used to treat neuropathic pain associated with diabetic peripheral neuropathy or postherpetic neuralgia, and it us used in combination with other drugs to treat partial onset seizures in adults. Lyrica and Savella belong to different drug...
Lyrica (pregabalin) vs. Cymbalta (duloxetine): Side Effects & Dosage
Lyrica (pregabalin) vs. Cymbalta (duloxetine) Lyrica (pregabalin) and Cymbalta (duloxetine) are used to treat neuropathic pain associated with diabetic peripheral neuropathy or postherpetic neuralgia, and fibromyalgia. Lyrica is also used in combination with other drugs to treat partial onset seizures in adults. Cymbalta is also used to treat depression and anxiety disorder. Lyrica and Cymbalta belong to different drug classes....
Lyrica (pregabalin) vs. Topamax (topiramate): Side Effects & Dosage
Lyrica (pregabalin) vs. Topamax (topiramate) similarities and differences Lyrica (pregabalin) and Topamax (topiramate) are anti-epileptic drugs (AEDs) used to prevent epileptic seizures. Lyrica is also used to treat neuropathic pain associated with diabetic peripheral neuropathy or postherpetic neuralgia, and fibromyalgia. Topamax is also used to prevent migraine headaches. Side effects of Lyrica and Topamax that are similar include dizziness, nausea,...