Brain Cancer and Characteristics

Description

Brain cancer is a malignant tumor that grows in the brain cells, both derived from cells of the brain itself (primary brain cancer) or from other organs that spread to the brain (secondary or metastatic brain cancer). Some types of brain cancer known among other gliomas, meningiomas, pituitary adenomas, vestibular schwannoma, and medulloblastoma.


Unlike other types of cancer, brain cancer rarely spreads to other tissues so that the classification is based only on how fast the growth of cancer cells. Stage I means the cancer cells still appear normal and slow growth, while stage IV means the cancer cells look abnormal and grow very fast.

National Cancer Institute estimates that, each year there are 22,000 new cases of brain cancer worldwide. Death rate is quite high, which is about 13,000 per year.

Cause
Secondary brain cancer is caused by the growth of cancer cells in other tissues that spread to the brain. Type of cancer that spread to most other brain between breast cancer, colon cancer, kidney cancer, lung cancer and skin cancer.

Meanwhile, primary brain cancer is caused by structural changes Deoxyribo Nucleid Acid (DNA) so that growth is not restrained. Triggers changes in the DNA is not known for sure, but suspected that many factors affect, among others, radiation, cigarette smoke and certain viral infections.
Symptom
Growth of brain cancer increased pressure inside the skull, so that often elicits feelings of pain in the head. Increasing pressure can also lead to damage to nerves and various organs in the head which raises the following symptoms.

Headache in a place or time is not usually
Headaches are more frequent or more severe intensity
Nausea and vomiting is not clear why
Penghilatan disorders, such as blurred vision or double vision
The feet and hands are often numb or hard-driven
Difficult to maintain balance
Easily confused face everyday problems
Changes in behavior or personality
Convulsions, but had no history of epilepsy
Hearing loss.

Treatment
This type of therapy for brain cancer is very diverse and can be selected based on the type and size of the cancer cell.

1. Surgery
The operation is performed for cancer which can be reached by surgery and not anywhere near sensitive parts of the brain. Risk of surgery on the brain cancer is quite high, ranging from nerve damage that can lead to sensory disturbances as well as bleeding in the brain that can lead to infection.

2. Radiation
Types of radiation are often used to treat brain cancer is the X-rays, which were fired from outside. This therapy is often done after surgery to clear the cancer cells that may remain. Side effects include triggering fatigue, headaches and scalp irritation.

3. Chemotherapy
Complaints most often when using chemotherapeutic drugs are nausea vomiting. Hair loss is also difficult to avoid because the drugs are not specific, only kill cells that are growing relatively rapidly among other cancer cells and hair cells.

Top 10 Ideas To Revive a Fizzling Relationship

Love is exciting, and when a relationship is new, almost
everything you do together is fresh and alive, and keeps
you enthralled. Then time begins to pass, and while the
love is still there, the relationship may have lost some of
its sparkle, whether it's because you now have a family
or not. Here are some of the top 10 ideas to revive a
fizzling relationship that might just put some of the
bubble back into the champagne of your life.

1. Do something unexpected. Send your partner
flowers at work. That applies to men, too! Or take them
out for dinner on a weeknight.

2. What lit your fire to start with? Strike the match
again, by duplicating that initial moment you fell in love
with your partner, and be sure to tell them why you've
created this just for them.

3. Communicate. If you find it hard to say things, try
surprising your better half with notes in their lunch, on
their pillow, in the car, etc. Often the written word opens
other doors.

4. Make time just for you. And don't break the date!
Book babysitters ahead or clear your work calendar so
there is nobody on it but the other person.

5. Get out of the rut!-literally. Take your partner
somewhere new, and alone. Even if it's just a cabin on
the lake. Rediscover each other all over.

6. Find something you like about your partner, every
day. Then tell them what it is.

7. Find a shared interest. Explore new hobbies,
sports, or other interests that you both like, and can
participate in together.

8. Accept your partner's faults. Then admit your
own. Make an effort not to keep repeating them out of
laziness or habit.

9. Get physical. Touch your partner. In compassion,
sympathy, friendship, and sexual attraction. Let them
know that you are there.

10. Make promises, and keep them. Slip a note into
their wallet or purse that says what is being served for
dinner tonight, and promise that dessert will be worth
waiting for!

The Wonderful World of Peanuts

HISTORY Before I begin with the history of peanuts you should probably know that the peanut is not a nut. The "pea"nut is actually more closely related to the pea. It is a member of the legumes family. Also, peanuts do not grow in trees like nuts do. They grow on the ground. They start out as flowers, and eventually wind up burrowing underground. Under ground is where they become a delicious peanut. OK - so where did these little guys come from you ask? Well, they are thought to have originated in South America...possibly Brazil or Peru. When the Portuguese began to explore "The New World," they took peanuts back home with them. Portuguese traders took them as far as Asia and Africa. In the United States, peanuts became popular during the Civil War. Then around the 1900's many mechanical devices were invented to help with the processing of peanuts. As a result their popularity increased even more. Speaking of inventions...George Washington Carver invented over 300 uses for the peanut, including; medicine, ink, soap, shampoo, ice-cream, and axle grease. Today, peanuts are eaten all over the world. They have become a huge money making industry. In the United States alone they contribute well over 4 billion dollars yearly to the economy PEANUT TRIVIA Americans consume 700 million pounds or 3.3 pounds per person, of peanut butter per year….that's enough to coat the floor of the Grand Canyon. To enhance the flavor of a cola drink, Southerners put peanuts into the bottle. There are approximately 810 peanuts in an 18 oz. jar of peanut butter. The peanut is unusual because it flowers above the ground, but fruits below the ground. Peanut oil has a very high smoking point. This allows peanut oil to be heated to a higher temperature than most oils, making it an excellent choice for frying. Since peanuts are a legume, they reduce the need for additional fertilizers as they return nitrogen to the soil as they grow. HEALTH BENEFITS Peanuts are packed full of healthy stuff, including; antioxidants, niacin, Vitamin E, monounsaturated fat, bioflavnoids, protein, and they have more resveratrol than grapes (which lowers LDL - aka "bad cholesterol") That's not all...Some medical researchers say that they lower the risk of heart disease and provide protection from some types of cancer (colon, prostate, and breast). Well, as you can see there are some great reasons to eat peanuts...as if the fact that they are delicious isn't enough. THE DARK SIDE Peanut proteins can act as powerful allergens, even in tiny amounts. That is why Peanut allergies are the most common cause of death by food in the United States. Some people can have a ruthless reaction just for inhaling the scent of a peanut. People can die from very small amounts. So, if your allergic to peanuts...or think you could be...don't risk even going near them. You can substitute almonds or any nut for any of the recipes below. For the cookies...you'll have to make your own 'nut butter. YUMMY...PEANUTTY RECIPES CREAMY PEANUT BUTTER Put 2 cups of peanuts in a blender and blend until smooth. For added texture and/or flavoring add one or more of the following: 2 Tblsp honey 4 tsp sugar 2 tsp pure vanilla extract - or any other extract you like. 1/4 c mini chocolate chips 1/4 c rice cereal THE POSSIBILITIES ARE ENDLESS...USE YOUR IMAGINATION! CRUNCHY PEANUT BUTTER 3 c. salted peanuts2 Tblsp. butter Measure 1/2 peanuts and put aside. Empty remaining peanuts into blender container. Cover and blend on low speed until the peanuts are chopped. Add butter, cover and blend on low speed 15 seconds. Turn off the blender and scrape down sides with rubber spatula. Cover and blend on low speed 5 seconds. Repeat this process 3 or 4 times until the peanut butter starts to get smooth. Cover and blend on highest speed 1 minute. Add the 1/2 cup peanuts, cover and blend on medium speed for 3 - 5 seconds. Refrigerate for 30 minutes before serving. MAMA'S PEANUT BUTTER COOKIES 1/2 c. peanut butter 1/2 c. butter, softened 1/2 c. sugar 1/2 c. light brown sugar 1 egg, slightly beaten 1 c. all purpose flour 1 tsp. pure vanilla extract 1/2 tsp. salt 1/2 tsp. baking soda Mix peanut butter and butter in large mixing bowl until smooth. Then gradually add all other ingredients. Blend until smooth. Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Spoon batter onto greased cookie sheet. Flatten cookies with a criss cross fork print. Bake for 10 minutes, or until golden.

Eat your Veggies! Simple Cooking Methods

Vegetables add colour, taste, texture and bulk to our daily diet. There are dozens of different vegetables that can be prepared in literally hundreds of ways. So what's best?

There is no best. The thing to do is to eat your vegetables, lots of them, everyday in a wide variety of ways and stop worrying about the preparation methods. Variety is the key...

Raw

Many vegetables taste fabulous just the way they are straight out of the garden. Lettuce, tomato, celery, cabbage, onion, radish, carrot are obvious choices here. But they are just as likely to find themselves next to chopped up broccoli, cauliflower, peas, beans and zucchini on a starter platter with dips. Wash 'em, chop 'em and eat 'em. Oh, yeah, you could also make a salad!

Steamed

Steaming heats the vegetable and softens it's texture. It's gentler than boiling and allows the vegetable to maintain it's colour if not overdone. Use a stainless steel steamer that will fit into most good size sauce pans. Make sure you use a pan with a tight fitting lid. There should be enough water to just touch the bottom of the steamer. Water should be simmering the whole time the vegetables are being cooked.

Boiling

Boiling vegetables is really going out of fashion, but it's a legitimate preparation method! The big concern is loss of nutrients. All cooking methods result in the loss of some goodness from the vegetables. If boiling, try to find a way to use the water the vegetables have been boiled in (i.e. to make a gravy or sauce) to bring those nutrients back to the table. Vegetables should be barely covered with water. Bring the water to a boil (covered) then slow to a simmer until vegetables are tender.

Microwave

Very popular for vegetables as it retains colour, flavour and nutrients. Trial and error will be your guide with microwaving as there are plenty of variables involved. However, a few guidelines will help...The more food you put into the oven, the longer it will take to cook. Underestimate your cooking time rather than overestimate. Undercooked food can be cooked some more. Over-cooked food is ruined. Food straight from the fridge will take longer to cook than that at room temperature. All food continues to cook after it has been removed from the microwave oven. It is part of the cooking process and should be taken into account to prevent over-cooking.

Stir Fry

Very rapid method of quick frying vegetables, meat (optional) and sauces in one pan to make a meal. Primarily associated with Asian cooking. The key to doing this well is preparation. All items to be cooked should be chopped to a size that will allow them to cook quickly in the wok. It is also important that the wok is heated to a high, consistent temperature throughout. Vegetables maintain their colour and crispness with this sort of cooking (if not overdone).

Baking

Brilliant! Especially for those 'root' vegetables like potatoes, turnip, carrot and beetroot. Chop into similar size pieces, brush lightly with olive oil and put in a hot oven to roast. Size of the pieces will determine the cooking time but expect at least 40 minutes. Outside is chewy, inside is moist and fluffy. Dress with sour cream and chives. Yum!

Barbeque

Does anything scream summer like the word barbeque? Love a barbeque. This is primarily open flame cooking, so could apply to a campfire as well. Cooking outside just changes everything about food. You'll need foil, fire and fresh veggies. Grease your foil, chop your veggies and put the closed packages on the grill. Be adventurous, it's really hard to mess this up!