Overview: What Is Colorectal Cancer?

Colorectal cancer starts in the large intestine (colon) or the rectum, which are the final parts of the digestive system. Together, these cancers are referred to as colorectal cancer.

This cancer is one of the most common types worldwide. In the United States, colorectal cancer is the third most common cancer diagnosed in both men and women. Colorectal cancer is serious, but the good news is that with regular screening and timely treatment, it is highly preventable and often curable.

Absence seizures are characterized by transient, unexpected losses in consciousness. This condition affects children more than adults.

For a few seconds, an individual experiencing it may appear to be staring blankly into space. After that, there is a rapid return to normal attentiveness. This sort of seizure rarely results in physical harm.

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Acanthosis nigricans is a skin condition that is characterized by areas of dark, velvety discolouration in the body folds. This skin condition is usually a symptom of an underlying disorder. 

This blog is a comprehensive guide to understanding acanthosis nigricans, its causes, symptoms, prevention, and treatment.

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Achalasia is a rare disorder in which the damaged nerves in the esophagus prevent it from working correctly. Consequently, your esophagus becomes paralyzed and dilated over time and finally loses the ability to squeeze food down into your stomach.

This blog is a comprehensive guide to understanding achalasia, its causes, symptoms, prevention, and treatment.

Overview: What Is Schwannoma?

A schwannoma is a type of nerve sheath tumor that develops from Schwann cells, which normally protect and insulate nerves. Most schwannomas are benign (non-cancerous), meaning they grow slowly and usually don’t spread to other parts of the body. However, their growth can press on surrounding nerves and tissues, causing pain, numbness, or other symptoms. Rarely, a schwannoma can become malignant (cancerous) and is then called a malignant peripheral nerve sheath tumor (MPNST).

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Actinic keratosis (AK) is a scaly rough, patch on the skin which develops from years of sun exposure. If left untreated, the risk of actinic keratoses turning into a type of skin cancer, known as squamous cell carcinoma is about 5% to 10%.

The best way for people to prevent AK is to protect themselves from sun damage. When they notice new red or rough bumps on their skin, they must consult a doctor for diagnosis and treatment.

This blog is a comprehensive guide to actinic keratosis (AK), its causes, symptoms, prevention, and treatment.

Active surveillance of prostate cancer is an approach to monitor early or localized prostate cancer. It is about close monitoring instead of getting started with the treatments right away.

Acute Myeloid Leukemia (AML) is an aggressive type of blood cancer that starts in the bone marrow and affects the production of healthy blood cells. Because it develops quickly, early recognition and treatment are important. This guide provides clear and reliable information about AML—its symptoms, how it is diagnosed, available treatment options, and what patients and families can expect. Understanding the condition can help you feel more prepared and supported as you navigate the steps ahead.

Our brain controls the learning process and the development of skills. Brain functioning is a complex process that coordinates learning, reading, speech, language, and many more. Dyslexia does not imply mental retardation, brain damage, or decreased intelligence. It runs within families  and can be transferred to the next generation.

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Acute disseminated encephalomyelitis, or ADEM, is a rare neurological condition. Anyone can get affected by ADEM, but it mostly affects children. It usually develops after a bacterial or viral infection. 

People diagnosed with acute disseminated encephalomyelitis experience brain and spinal cord inflammation. The condition is known to damage myelin – the protective coating of the nerve fibres. ADEM may cause severe symptoms that are treatable. It is important to note more than 85% patients fully recover without sequelae .