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• Nipple-Sparing Mastectomy Proves to Have Low Risk of Cancer Recurrence

  One breast cancer treatment choice that has gained some traction in terms of preventing cancer recurrence is the nipple-sparing mastectomy. What is a nipple-sparing mastectomy? How does it differ from a regular mastectomy? For many, getting invasive treatment for breast cancer is intimidating,...

• Woman with Lupus Graduates Cum Laude

  In Manila, struggling with a serious illness didn’t stop one girl from achieving her dreams of finishing her studies. Not only did she finish her studies but also passed with flying colors. Here is the story of Tiffany Uy.In 2010, Tiffany Uy was diagnosed with erythematosus systematic lupus. This...

• How to Show Social Support for Lymphoma

  A cancer diagnosis can shake an individual’s world, and not just the physical aspects of their world, but all corners of it. Although cancer attacks the body, it necessarily also affects a person’s mental and emotional state, and it can have an impact on other people close to the affected...

• What is Postmenopausal Atrophic Vaginitis?

  Also known as vaginal atrophy, postmenopausal atrophic vaginitis is the thinning of vaginal walls resulting from low estrogen levels. Mostly, it develops after menopause.Menopause is when a woman is at the ages of between 45 and 55, a time when she cannot release eggs from her ovaries. Menstruation...

• Restless Legs Syndrome: The Treatment Options

  Restless legs syndrome that’s not connected to an underlying condition whatsoever, can effectively be managed with certain medications and lifestyle changes. However, if the accompanying symptoms are extremely severe, they can be cured by treating the underlying condition. For instance, iron...

• Mucus in Your Stool: Is It Bad?

  Functions of MucusMucus is a very important substance in the body. Tissues produce mucus to protect the linings of the mouth, throat, sinuses, nose, lungs, and gut. The functions of mucus are:...