Colon cancer has becoming more prevalent in the past few decades. However, it is one of the cancers that can be prevented through positive lifestyle and eating habits. The common symptoms that are seen in colon cancer include bloody, pencil-shaped stools, weight loss, tumor growth, abnormal bowel habits, etc. As Adrouny (2002) noted, the available treatments for colon cancer can be chemotherapy, radiation, as well as surgical, the primary treatment option involved in this type of disease (P. 69). When performing a surgical incision of cancerous tissue, Colonoscopy is the tool that is widely employed for verifying the location of cancerous tumor and removing the surrounding tissues that may be affected (p.71). Prior to the surgery, radiation therapy is often given along with drugs to complete the treatment.
In the digestive system, the parts of the large intestine that can be affected by the disease are the colon and/ or rectum. Similar to other cancers, the process in which colon cancer develop can be initiated by various factors, such as steady environmental stresses or inherited abnormalities. Summarized by Adrouny (2002), the first carcinogenesis phase begins with a healthy cell that gets “turned on” into the pathway by accumulated mutation in its genetic material (DNA); this usually occur in the epithelium of mucosa. The cell would then start to grow and proliferate uncontrollably more than the body needs. In the next step, so-called the polyp phase, these clones undergo further genetic changes and form into a benign neoplasm, which grows and protrudes from the mucous membrane of the colon. After the cells of these polyp matured with further mutations, the polyp has now become a malignant tumor, with the ability to invade an...
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...ctivity by cross-linking the DNA strands, inhibiting DNA transcriptions, triggering immunologic death of cells, and inducing apoptosis. To contribute its anticancer effect, Irinotecan inhibits the release of an enzyme named topoisomerase I; this enzyme is to aid in DNA recombination, multiplication, and repair. If the enzyme is blocked, the DNA of the cells would be tangled and lead to programmed cell death (Scanio and Odle, 2010).
Each of these medications has its benefits in treating colon cancer, but combination regimen has proven to be stronger and recommended for maximum results. A research conducted by Scholefield concluded that combinations of medications using Oxaliplatine or Irinotecan with 5-FU/LV are shown to be more effective than using the 5-FU/LV alone. The synergism shows an increase in both response rate and progression free survival (2006, p.197).
Colon Cancer What is the disease? Colon and rectal cancer develop in the digestive tract, which is also called the gastrointestinal, or GI, tract. The digestive system processes food for energy and rids the body of solid waste matter (fecal matter or stool). Colon cancer and rectal cancer have many features in common. Sometimes they are referred to together as colorectal cancer. Over 95% of colorectal cancers are ad enocarcinomas. These are cancers of the glandular cells that line the inside of the
There has been an increasing emphasis placed on ‘organic’ foods – foods grown without pesticides, chemicals, and inorganic fertilizers. Cancer has become a huge concern, as it is being linked to many of the chemicals and pesticides used in food production. The ‘perfect’ food has become one which is capable of blocking the growth of cancer cells, preventing diseases such as Alzheimer’s and ailments such as psoriasis. Salmon fits the description perfectly. Salmon meat contains large levels of
animals. Medical evidence has linked these diets to many health benefits and risks. Dieting and the types of food that we consume have been shown to affect our lives in ways that we have been unaware of, such as cholesterol levels, heart disease, and colon cancer. These types of diseases in western societies are results of excess, rather than of deficiency. According to the American Dietetic Association, vegetarians have a lower risk for these diseases (http://envirolink.org/arrs/vo/ArgumentMedical.html)
why people should smoke. Through this essay, he gives many examples as to why “smoking might be, in some small ways, good for you” (Brimelow 141). A lower risk of developing Alzheimer’s, Parkinson’s disease, osteoarthritis, and different types of cancer are examples of benefits of smoking given by Brimelow (Brimelow 142). Brimelow compares smoking to driving cars because driving also has risks and can be a cause of death. Would you consider that a wise comparison? If he were going to compare smoking
James Forman Last Wednesday the civil rights movement lost one of its most influential members to colon cancer. James Forman died January 10th he is survived by his son Chaka Esmond Fanon Forman. James was born on Oct. 5, 1928, he spent the early years on a farm in Marshall County, Mississippi, with his grandmother. The at the age of six his parents moved him to Chicago. In 1957 James graduated from Englewood High School, after high school he entered the Air Force and fought in the Korean War
Spanish, “Mom, let’s wait so that we can get this over with and know what’s going on with you. You’ll see everything is okay, and we’ll go home later on.” I wish then and now that would have been the case. Unfortunately, she was diagnosed with colon cancer that had spread to many parts of her body including her lungs and kidneys. The doctor said to me not considering that I was a minor and my mother’s daughter, “Her disease is very advanced and we don’t think she will live longer than a year.”
show an outline of the intestines on the developed film. A barium enema is performed to examine the walls of the colon. During the procedure, a well lubricated enema tube is inserted gently into the rectum. The barium is then allowed to flow into the colon. The flow of the barium is monitored by the health care provider on an X-ray fluoroscope screen. The test is used to detect colon cancer. The barium enema may also be used to diagnose and evaluate the extent of inflammatory bowel diseases. Barium
The Vegetative State and Euthanasia Much media attention has been directed at the very practical use of euthanasia or assisted suicide on patients who are in a vegetative state or irreversible coma. The truth is that a significant number of such cases actually recover. This essay is devoted to those types, some very young, who would have been killed if euthanasia/assisted suicide had been legalized. Let's begin our consideration with a nine-year-old named Ryan Atencio. He was taken off
several types of cancer. Doctors have estimated that as many as 3,000 diseases are due to mutations in the genome. These diseases include several types of colon cancer in which three different genetic tests have been already developed. Debates have arisen on whether these tests should be used regularly or not. Questions including the patients= rights of privacy and the possibility of loss of health or life insurance have been argued over in both the media and political arena. Colon cancer develops in
had planed on committing suicide he had met many people. A young couple who really get along with each other, a drifter who gave him some marijuana to ease the pain of his cancer, a veterinarian, a rancher and a migrant worker. The summary of this story starts when Ben wakes up from another night of suffering from colon cancer. This day he had planned on his hunting trip that would ease his suffering. He had everything ready in the morning and he made it seem like he was just going on a hunting trip
cousin was diagnosed with colorectal cancer. Recently Randy’s father was also diagnosed with colorectal cancer. This makes Randy a little nervous and he wonders if there is anything that he can do to prevent or lower his chances of getting cancer as well. 1. Do you think that Randy is at risk for colorectal cancer? Why or why not? Randy is at rish for colorectal cancer. While it estimates that the contribution of the enviornment in people with colon cancer is 65%, the other 35% is genetic factors
stimulates alertness, dexterity, and cognitive capacity(141). Citing a number of scientific journals, Brimlow has also found that smoking can reduce the risk of developing such diseases as Parkinson’s, Alzheimer’s, Endometrial cancer, Prostate cancer, Osteoarthritis and Colon cancer. Brimelow states that smoking can reduce the risk of certain lung disorders (sarcoidosis and allergic alveolitis) and acne (142). Last, but not least, he states that smoking can indeed make you weigh less (142). Although
seeking to find a home for my 76 year old Grandfather Leroy. It is becoming increasingly difficult for him to take care of himself and no family members are available to take care of him as it is becoming a full time job. He was diagnosed with colon cancer a few years back and his disease, in conjunction with chemotherapy, has taken away his capacity to care for himself. He was also recently diagnosed with Parkinson¡¯s disease. The name of the Nursing home that I chose to evaluate is the Lakeview
genes that cause disease and to date, about eight hundred and eighty of these "disease" genes have been found. They include genes for Huntington's disease, cystic fibrosis, schizophrenia, Alzheimer's, Duchenne muscular dystrophy, familial colon cancer, breast cancer and many more. Once the human genome is mapped, the next logical step is gene therapy, in which a missing gene is added or a defective one is removed. One of the main issues to consider when discussing genetic engineering in humans is the
your gut bacteria cause you colon cancer? According to the article, “Gut Microbes Combine to cause Colon Cancer, Study Suggests” They reported that there is two type of bacteria causing colon cancer according to recent research publications. There are two type of bacteria associated with colon cancer Bacteroides fragilis and E. coli, they are known to produce a layer in the intestine lining. According to this article, E. coli have toxin that can damage DNA of the colon cells. Additionally, B. fragilis