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For young, Black individuals, the risk is even greater. Why Are Minorities Disproportionately Affected By Colorectal Cancer? Screening is the key to detecting colorectal cancer in its early stages. Gareth Cattermole / Staff / Getty Images When Boseman was diagnosed in 2016, his cancer was stage 3. Winkfield is also a healthy equity committee member withStand Up To Cancer. But a number of other factors may be leading to this higher risk....

Chadwick’s signa dark bluish or purplish discoloration of thevulva, vaginal tissue, orcervixis a common pregnancy symptom. While a purple or blue labia may look concerning, Chadwick’s sign is a normal part of pregnancy. This article discusses Chadwicks sign. NoSystem images / Getty Images It explains what it is, how it occurs, and what other conditions mimic Chadwick’s sign. NoSystem images / Getty Images What Is Chadwicks Sign? Chadwick’s sign is a bluish or purplish discoloration of the vulva, vagina, and cervix....

What Chafing Looks and Feels Like Chafing can happen to anyone. It’s normal for your thighs to rub together if you’re wearing a skirt, for example. A chafing rash is often mild. Verywell / Jessica Olah it’s possible for you to usually get rid of chafing without a visit to the healthcare provider. The symptoms of chafed skin can be mild or severe. More serious cases of chafed skin may be accompanied by small lesions that burn when touched....

Polysaccharides Chaga is best known for its ability to support theimmune systemto keep you healthy. To Reduce Inflammation Chaga mushrooms may reduce inflammation and lower the risk of chronic diseases. Loaded with anti-inflammatory compounds, chaga may control inflammation by preventing the production of harmful inflammatorycytokines. Cavan Images / Getty Images To Support Digestive Health Indigenous populations have traditionally used chaga mushrooms to soothe digestive issues likegastritisandgastric ulcers. Triterpenoids in chaga, for example, have antitumor properties that may prevent the growth and development of tumors....

However, its important to understand that breast implants are not lifetime devices. Removal is then performed, usually in conjunction with abreast lift, although not always. Challenges Secondary surgery is always more difficult than primary breast augmentation, for several reasons. B2M Productions / Stockbyte / Getty Images First, the presence of scar tissue makes it more difficult to predict a good result. In addition, the surgeon is dealing with the stretching of tissues or anatomical changes due to previous implants....

There is usually no reason to worry about changes in a babys head shape. Its normal for babies' heads to be misshapen after birth and in the first few months of life. Fortunately, most babies heads will round out during infancy. SDI Productions / Getty Images However, some babies may need help from a healthcare provider. Rarely, more serious birth problems can cause issues with a babys head shape. Read more about what to know and when to worry about a babys head shape....

“Charley horse” is another name for a muscle spasm. you could get a charley horse in just about any muscle, but they most commonly affect leg muscles. This spasm comes on suddenly and seemingly without reason. andreswd / Getty Images Though it doesn’t last long, it can be quite painful. andreswd / Getty Images Charley Horse vs. Cramps: What’s the Difference? Charley horses, muscle spasms, and muscle cramps are all the same thing....

see to it to check those packaged fruits in your freezer to avoid accidentally making aListeria-spiked smoothie. There have been no illnesses associated with these voluntary recalls to date, according to the FDA. Why IsListeriaDangerous? Photo Illustration by Michela Buttignol for Verywell Health; Getty Images. In some cases, it can even become life-threatening. It can lead to miscarriage or stillbirth, as well as premature delivery and serious infections of the newborn....

Prevention and Treatment Constipation is a common side effect ofchemotherapyor other medications prescribed duringcancer treatment. Constipation is broadly defined as difficult or infrequent stool passage. This article will review the symptoms of constipation, why it happens, and how to manage it. Tom Merton / Getty Images Symptoms Many people are familiar with the symptoms of constipation. These can include: Those undergoing chemotherapy or other medical treatments may not recognize these symptoms as constipation....

Chemotherapy kills rapidly dividing cancer cells. As a result of chemotherapy treatments,WBC countsusually temporarily fall. Often when chemotherapy affects WBC levels, it also affects red blood cells (RBCs) and platelets. image_jungle / Getty Images When Do WBC Counts Fall? As the bone marrow recovers from the effects of chemotherapy, WBC counts start rising again. Are Low WBC Counts Dangerous? One of the main roles of WBCs is protecting the body from infections....

Chemotherapy (chemo) and immunotherapy are two modes oftreatmentthat can be used for various types of cancer. While the treatments can be similar and even used together, they are two different and distinct therapies. Knowing more about each can help you talk with your treatment team and make decisions about your care. FatCamera / Getty Images How Does It Work? Chemotherapy targets fast-growing cells, which cancer cells are. Chemotherapy usually is given in cyclesperiods of treatment followed by a period with no chemotherapy....

Home treatments can often help improve symptoms of chest acne. Prescribed drugs and topical treatments may help when these remedies don’t work. FG Trade / Getty Images The causes of chest acne are like other types of acne. FG Trade / Getty Images It forms when dead skin cells block your pores. This results in too much bacteria, causinginflammationandpimples. This article describes chest acne causes, appearance, and treatments. Acne in these areas can extend to other parts of the trunk....

Chest congestion is a symptom of a condition, not a condition unto itself. It occurs in a number of illnesses that commonly affect toddlers, including thecommon cold. It causes a “wet” cough. Verywell / Jessica Olah Symptoms that accompany chest congestion vary by illness. Verywell / Jessica Olah Common Cold As the name states, the common cold is common. Healthy children experience about six colds per year, and colds are rarely serious....