Melanoma is a type of cancer that develops in melanocytes. It usually begins on the skin, but it can originate from other organs such as the eyes, lymph nodes, and brain. In the United States, about 50,000 cases of melanoma are seen every year. Since it appears on the skin, early detection can save lives if one is aware of the condition’s symptoms. Types of melanoma and its signs Symptoms Melanoma is a serious condition that can be fatal if not detected and treated on time. To prevent this look for spots on the skin, a bruise, sore, cyst, or scar that may itch, hurt, fail to heal, bleed or look crusty. The spot may appear shiny, waxy, smooth, or pale. This ABCD method is useful in detecting any unusual skin growth that may be a sign of melanoma. 1. Asymmetry: Moles or spots on the skin are usually symmetrical, but the ones that are not may be cancerous. 2. Border: The border or edges of cancerous growth may be ragged, notched, or blurred. 3. Color: Cancerous spots or moles are of uneven shades and colors like black, brown, tan, white, or blue. 4. Diameter: Abnormal spots may be tiny at first may increase in diameter.

Cancer is an umbrella term that encapsulates diseases that are caused due to the abnormal multiplication of cells in the body. Prostate cancer develops in the prostate gland. The prostate is an organ found in males responsible for producing the seminal fluids that transport sperm. Prostate cancer is slow to grow and is typically confined to the prostate gland. This article shall focus on understanding the causes and risk factors of prostate cancer. What are the causes of prostate cancer? Much like other cancers, it is difficult to pinpoint the exact cause of prostate cancer in an individual. Studies suggest that this illness is not triggered by an individual cause but is most likely the result of multiple contributing factors. There is a wide range of factors that can lead to the development of prostate cancer. Listed below are a few of them. 1. Genetic predisposition In most cases, individuals who develop prostate cancer are related to someone who has cancer. This can happen due to inheriting the mutations that lead to the development of such conditions. While this is not necessarily the leading cause, it can increase the risk of prostate cancer significantly. The American Cancer Society states that approximately 10% of all prostate cancer cases can be attributed to mutations in the genes.

It is normal for all of us to forget things sometimes. However, certain symptoms of memory loss can be a sign of Alzheimer’s disease or dementia. While there is no cure for either condition, recognizing the signs of memory loss early can help manage the condition, begin treatment, and prevent or slow dementia progression. The following is a list of common early signs of memory loss: 1. Increasing confusion Patients who are in the early stages of dementia may find themselves getting confused often. They may have trouble remembering the names of the people in your life, or familiar objects. They may also forget the right words during a conversation for simple, familiar terms. Additionally, many patients may misplace personal belongings, like their keys or wallet. They may also forget what day it is or how to get to familiar places, like back home. 2. Reduced ability to focus and concentrate As the dementia symptoms get worse, concentration may become difficult. Patients may have a hard time focusing on the task at hand because they are easily distracted. For example, when they are working on a puzzle and hear a loud noise, they may have trouble completing the puzzle. 3.

Dairy products are among the highly consumed food products. Although they are good sources of multiple nutrients, they are not safe for everybody. For instance, people with milk (or casein) allergy or lactose intolerance should avoid milk and milk products. Since the two conditions are common and have many similar symptoms, they are often confused. However, they are totally different. Milk allergy arises when the immune system reacts against a particular milk component. On the other hand, lactose intolerance is a condition where digestion of the sugar component of milk called lactose is impaired. The impairment is due to the deficiency of an enzyme called lactase. Lactase enzyme deficiency results in lactose indigestion and malabsorption. Consequently, the undigested lactose is passed to the colon, where colonic bacteria break it down. Accordingly, the breakdown process and the breakdown products result in various signs and symptoms: 1. Stomach pain The breakdown of lactose by gut bacteria results in the release of various gases such as carbon dioxide, hydrogen, and methane. The gases are trapped within the intestines and may push intestinal walls hence, resulting in pain. Besides, the gases can be converted to acid that contributes to the pain. The pain will be felt in the stomach area and will vary in the degree of severity.

While it is common to urinate a lot when you drink a lot of water or coffee, increased urination on a consistent basis often indicates an underlying health condition. Particularly if you feel like after urinating, you are still retaining some urine. An overactive bladder is a condition that affects many people, and most don’t even know it until embarrassing or uncomfortable accidents begin to occur (i.e., incontinence when sneezing). Here are a few common signs of overactive bladder (OAB): 1. Uncontrolled and the sudden urge to urinate Usually when nature calls there is a window of warning, or there is a considerable amount of time between feeling nothing and then feeling the urge to go. When a person feels the urge, usually they will have enough time to make it to the bathroom to release. However, if you have an uncontrolled and sudden urge to urinate, you may not get to the bathroom in time. This lack of bladder retention often indicates OAB. 2. Urinary incontinence or loss of urine Incontinence is defined as the inability to hold urine or bowel movements long enough to find the nearest restroom. If one is bladder incontinent, when they have to go, they go despite where they are.