Liver cancer is caused by the abnormal growth of cells originating in the liver area. when we look at our liver, it is the size of a football and it is at the upper right region of your abdomen. It is in between the diaphragm and the stomach. Compared to other cancers, this is the most common especially in areas like the US. Most of the time, this cancer comes from another body organ. The person could previously have or is currently diagnosed with lung, breast, or colon cancer. therefore, this is normally labeled as metastatic. Metastasis is when the cancer cells spread across the neighboring organs.

So what are the liver cancer symptoms? normally, people will not show signs that they have cancer at the early stages of the disease. if any signs appear, it could include abrupt and unplanned weight loss, sudden loss of appetite, pain on the upper abdominal region, yellowish color on the eyes and skin, swelling of the abdomen, liver enlargement, chronic fatigue and weakness, and nauseousness as well as vomiting. if you see any kind of these liver cancer symptoms, you should see the doctor right away. they will do the necessary tests and diagnosis relating to the disease.

These liver cancer symptoms can come without warning and they tend to be abrupt. It is necessary to check if you have particular diseases in the past that could contribute to such a condition. The most common cause of this cancer is the chronic infection brought about by particular hepatitis viruses. What happens in the cells is that mutations happen within them, mainly in the DNA. The DNA is the code where all chemical processes are inscribed. This can grow and develop into a tumor which is a mass of malignant cells that could grow further.

The liver cancer symptoms can be different depending on the kind of cells that affected the patient. The main type of liver cancer starts in the hepatocytes which is the main cell of the liver. It could also be at the bile duct area. One treatable cancer that happens to toddlers 4 and below is hepatoblastoma. Another very rare one starts at the liver blood cells and they grow very quickly. The doctors will make sure that they analyze the condition of the patient well in order to address the issues related to the symptoms and to make the proper treatment methods most appropriate for the patients.

The liver cancer symptoms may or may not be false alarms. It is critical that if you feel anything like the above symptoms, you go to a qualified doctor and ask for a diagnosis. It is also better if you do regular checkups and that you make sure that you are living a healthy lifestyle to minimize the risks that cancers could do to your body.

Shourya Ray Chaudhuri, Ezine Articles Expert Author. for more information: Liver Cancer Symptoms Get more information: Causes of Bad Breath

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Me and my girlfriend had sex two weeks ago and she is getting pregnancy symptoms but she is really paranoid and only gets them when she thinks about being pregnant. Is she just paranoid about loosing her future in college cause were only 18??

When a girl thinks she is pregnant, her brain tricks her body into thinking that also.
So that's probably all it is, but if she misses her period, then start worrying.
But, it might be a little late, because she is thinking she is pregnant, so wait for a week after her period starts, and then get her a test.
good luck.

you can tell your pregnant two weeks after conception is she late? but yes you can have symptoms in same cases people have had there breast get milk belly grow morning sickness etc but are not even pregnant your mind is powerful

It could be either or. Your brain plays tricks on you…maybe she should get on birth control.

ok, at first, i had pain somewhere around the right tibia just above my ankle when i straighten my leg, but i donno whether is it bone pain, then when i touch, i feel a lump tat is not very sharp, when i press, there is quite a pain. about few weeks or one month later, the pain disappear regardless of straightening my leg or pressing the lump, but the lump is still there. i also encountered symptoms such as, firstly, there was a few times when i carry my bag and walk for few distant, my right middle tibia ache and pain, then when i rest for few mins, the pain disappear. secondly, sometimes,somewhere just below my right breast hurts, it hurts more when i breathe in, and i not sure is it the rib that hurts. thirdly, sometimes, when i lie down, my back hurts, after a few mins,it disappear,once again, i am not sure whether is it the spine that hurts.however, nowdays, the back pain seems to disappear. lastly, sometimes, my head suddenly feels numb. and, recently, when i stand with more force on my right leg and after that back to normal standing, my right pelvis area hurts for a while. now,are these symptoms of bone cancer?

I keep having the same symptoms (sulfur/rotten egg smelling belches and wind, nausea, pain under my right breast and shoulderblad) and they have ruled out my gallbladder, H. Pylori or Giardia.

I feel terrible, smell terrible and can't get any diagnosis.

Suggestions for further testing?

How is a DX of cancer found? how would you know if
you have some sort of cancer? Worried about myself and hubby, whom both have cancer history in family.

Check out Web MD, dear one. They have a lot of illnesses listed, along with symptoms.

God bless!

go ahead and do research on the net :symptons of cancer or the webMd is really good or just schedule an appointment to see your physician.

Tell your family Dr. he will run annual tests given your histories. that simple.

The problem with cancer is that it if there are symptoms such as a visible tumor or pain, you are probably too late for a cure.

Doctors sometimes do an early detection cancer screening with an annual physical exam, but on the most common cancer such as breast for women or prostate for men. this assumes that you faithfully call every year for your annual physical exam. Unless you tell the doctor which cancers run in your family, you will not get screened for those cancers. You need to ask your doctor to screen you regularly for all the cancers that run in your family.

There are early detection tests for all major cancers except pancreatic cancer. Early detection makes most cancers treatable and/or curable. a common example is Prostate Cancer. a rapidly rising PSA (blood test), taken every 6 months if you have a family history of this cancer, will detect this cancer in most cases. this must be followed by other tests to confirm a positive diagnostic.

It depends on the type of cancer. if you have breast cancer then do self exams monthly and don't forget to run down your side and up in your pit. if your hubby is in the age range of 15-25 he needs to examine his testicles for lumps to check for testicular cancer, he should continue these exams past the age of 25, but most testicular cancer hits men within this age group. if there is colon cancer or colorectal cancer then colonoscopy should be performed at a younger age and on a regular basis if their is a family history. Ovarian Cancer should be taken seriously if someone has a family history of it.
Other signs of cancer are unintentional weight loss, fatigue, persistent cough, NEW symptoms of indigestion, gas, and abdominal bloating that is persistent for more than 2-3 weeks, anemia, lumps under the skin, petchiae, easy seity, vaginal discharge, bloody mucus, anal bleeding, coughing up blood, night sweats, high fever, persistent low grade fever, swollen lymph glands, and there are many more signs of cancer, like moles and skin distubances, it all depends on the cancer…. but most cancer is not symptomatic until the cancer has progressed to a latent stage.
So, precancer screenings are available for cervical and prostate cancer and if their is family histories these tests should be addressed with your physician to see when you should start screening. be aware of the onset of any symptoms that are new or persistent. be proactive with your health. but do not worry so much that you end up creating cancer for yourself. Other preventative measures are to keep stress levels at a minimum, and eat well, stay away from high fat foods and integrate a high fiber diet into your lives as well as exercise.
And by all means do self exams and pre screening for cancer.

Make time for your health this year — take steps to reduce your risk of cancer.

There are many causes and kinds of cancer, but a combination of enough physical activity, proper nutrition, avoiding tobacco and regular screenings can help reduce your risk for many types of cancer.

Physical activity

Regular physical activity can reduce your risk of being overweight and obesity, which are known to increase the risk of breast and colorectal cancers.

Make it a priority to get 30 minutes of moderate physical activity five days a week, or 20 minutes of vigorous activity 3 days a week.

According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, you should do this as well as include eight to 10 resistance-training exercises involving all muscle groups, two or three days a week.

Nutrition

Visit fruitsandveggies morematters.org to determine how many servings of each food group you should consume everyday.

Eating a healthy balanced diet is critical, because fruits and vegetables are full of cancer-fighting antioxidants.

Limit the amount of sugar, salt and fats you consume and drink more water.

Tobacco

It is NEVER too late to quit using tobacco. Tobacco in any form (smoked or chewed), contains carcinogens, chemicals which are known to cause cancer.

Whether you use tobacco or not, it is best to limit exposure as much as possible.

If you are ready to quit using tobacco, call the tobacco quit line at: 1-800-QUIT-NOW.

Monthly/yearly screenings

Screening tests can find cancer early, when it is most easily treated and often curable.

Talk to your doctor about which of the tests below are right for you and when you should begin adding them to your calendar.

- Breast cancer — The American Cancer Society recommends a breast exam by a doctor every two-to-three years for women in their 20s and 30s, and a mammogram every year for women over age 40.

- Cervical and ovarian cancer — Women should begin pap tests and pelvic exams three years after they become sexually active and all women should begin these screenings annually after age 21.

- Colorectal cancer — The most common screening tests include the fecal occult blood test and colonoscopy.

Baseline colonoscopy screening should be done at age 50. Your doctor will determine how often you need to be tested.

- Prostate and testicular cancer — Men need to schedule screenings for prostate health, starting between ages 40-50.

Sometimes this cancer can be detected through a blood test before you have any symptoms.

Be sure to ask your doctor about this exam as well as how to do a testicular self-examination.

For more information about cancer, or screening recommendations, visit cancer.org or contact the local American Cancer Society office, in Erie at 866-5174.

The Pennsylvania Cancer Education Network provides speakers for adult groups and worksites interested in learning more about colorectal, ovarian, and prostate cancers. call 451-6764 to schedule a presentation.

KIMBERLY BEERS is a public health educator with the Erie County Department of Health.

But there is one very important health-related resolution that you need to include on your list: “This year I will be diligent in getting recommended health checkups and cancer screenings. and if anything seems amiss, I’ll have it checked by a physician.”

Now if you’re a young woman in her late teens through age 40, you may think that this is not a necessary resolution, especially the cancer screenings part, because cancer is “an old person’s disease.” But that is not true.

At a recent meeting of Women of Hope, there were women in their 20s and 30s, all of whom are cancer survivors. Their cancers ranged from breast, colon, lung, thyroid, skin and non-Hodgkin’s lymphoma.

Cancer can strike women at any age, and with the odds 1-in-3 of a woman getting cancer in her lifetime, you need to be proactive in screening yourself. Getting mammograms and pap smears are important, but many of these tests are not routinely done until age 40 and older.

Don’t rely on tests alone to protect you from cancer. It is just as important to listen to your body and notice anything that’s different, odd, or unexplainable. you need to be aware of what to look for and when to seek help.

Here are a few screening tips. Remember that these symptoms do not necessarily mean that you have cancer, but if they are persistent or bothersome, then you need to be checked by a physician.

Look for one or more of the following: Unexplained weight loss, bloating, breast changes, between-period bleeding or other unusual bleeding, skin changes, difficulty swallowing, blood in the wrong place, gnawing abdominal pain and depression, indigestion, mouth changes, pain, changes in the lymph nodes, fever, fatigue or persistent cough.

Work hard to keep those resolutions of having a healthy weight, eating good foods and getting into that desired dress size.

And don’t forget to get your recommended health checkups and cancer screenings. if symptoms you experience are persistent or bothersome, have them checked by a physician.

Here’s wishing you a happy and healthy 2011.

Joy Wade is executive director of Women of Hope, a local nonprofit organization that supports women with all types of cancer. its office is in Oleander Office Park, 4018-C Oleander Dr. Suite 3. Contact Women of Hope at 799-7178 or Joy Wade, executive director, at 617-0990,or visit womenofhopefightcancer.com.

The StarNews Neighbors section welcomes articles written by nonprofits and others. Articles need to be around 400 words and accompanied by a high-quality photograph. for more information, contact Neighbors Editor Si Cantwell at 343-2364 or si.cantwell@starnewsonline.com.

Just looking for personal experiences… how early did you first start to experience pregnancy symptoms? And what were the most prominent ones?

Back aches at 20+ weeks! Yes, that was the first for me. I thought I'd just done something to my back to hurt it, but turned out I messed up on BC and was pregnant.

within 2 weeks I couldn't stand the taste of a cigarette…by 4 weeks I was throwing up all day long and then no period was the final.

I first felt the first symptoms at 4 weeks!!! my breast were VERY sore and larger then i remembered, it was like an overnight change. About a week later a started throwing up, morning sickness in the middle of the night, the worst ever, it felt worse then cramps, but luckly it only happened 2 nights.

With my first, it was right before my period was due, I have very sore breasts, they felt swollen. then at 6 weeks I started to feel nauseous and vomiting. I am now 5 1/2 weeks pregnant with no prominent signs of pregnancy. my breast are a little sore, but nothing much. And smells have bothered me, but no morning sickness yet!!

I think araound 5 weeks (starting with nausea, then moving to vomiting and SORE boobs), and it got worse until about 10 weeks, I'm still tired as hell, and gag over everything and my boobs are probably still just as sore I'm just used to it.

Some people are lucky enough not to get any symptoms, I had none with my first two pregnancies, now this baby is kicking my behind…..

My first my I started morning sicness around 8 weeks. Second around 6 weeks (that one was a m/c) 3rd preg my boobs were really sore and i was really tired at 5 weeks (m/c that one to) 4th same as the the 3rd at 5 weeks. now my 4th (and wish me me luck) at 3 weeks my boobs were really sore and so far at 6 weeks almost nothing else!

the nausea at 5 weeks and actual throwing up at 6 weeks omg that was the worst. it lasted til my 10th week but luckily dnt get it anymore but i think its cuz im ending the trimester..and really sore boobs that hurt so bad.

4 weeks with my first pregnancy which was a miscarriage, I had a bit of morning sickness and I had fatigue, had to take a nap every day. 3 weeks with second, fatigue and 4 weeks with morning sickness. never vomitted. my breast was terribly sore and swelling with both of the pregnancies. also some cramping which was my uterus growing.

I didn't have very many. I wasn't sick that much but really nauseous. AND EXTREMELY TIRED!! I didn't get symptoms until around 6-8 weeks.

For a few years I have this burning pain in my upper abdomen just below my breast.sometimes it is all the way across and sometimes it is just on the left side right below the ribs.I have had c scan,light ran down my throat,up the other way,with nothing found except acid reflux and a colon polyp.I have very bad acid indigestion at times worse then others.I went to the emergency room after I could not take the pain another day and he said it was ulcers.no test at all he did not even touch me,just told me it was ulcers.Never been told before by any other Dr. That I had any ulcers.but he says ulcers after seeing me for three minutes.Gave me some green stuff which helped some,but I still get this irritating burning pain and stomach bloating.Has anyone with ulcers have this same burning pain.

make an appointment with your doctor.

burning abdominal pains, worse with spicy/acidic food – better with alkaline foods or milky stuff that settles the stomach.

Nausea

Coffee ground vomit

Dark faeces (melaena)

From what I have heard, acid reflux can cause the burning. I believe that ulcers are accompanied by blood in the stool. I am no doc! You could always go for a second opinion if you don't believe you have been examined thoroughly enough or that your symptoms need more consideration.

I also have ulcers i have duodenal ulcers i suffer with the pain at times but i just take axid once a day and prilosec twice a day and it helps alot. You probably need to find out what u eat or drink that causes the pain. mine comes from greasy food and caffeine and sometimes hurts because i smoke

symptoms seem right on. almost a gnawing pain in center of chest. dont lay down or bend over within an hour and a half of eating, stay away from alcohol and caffeine for a bit and NO smoking, lots of things irritate them maybe keep some tums on you or get the pepcid stuff.

Hypochondria or…….. really ya need to get yourself checked out….. demand the best…..reality…your dying or stressing urself out for nothing

I have had and still have stomach ulcers, plus acid reflux. the pain is sometimes unbearable. it feels like someone lit a match inside your stomach and it just keeps burning. sometimes it radiates through my upper back and its very painful. Zantac works, you have to take twice as much as recommended at first though.It's an over the counter drug. a natural remedy is vinegar. Just a tablespoon of regular or apple cider vineger works instantly. it tastes awful but it works.

Were you ever tested for Celiac Disease whent hey did teh scopes? Here's some info on it. Hope it helps. Celiac is commonly misdiagnosed and often goes untreated for years bc docs are too lazy to think about it and do the test bc everyone has different symptoms and there is no Rx for it, just a gluten free diet.

Amy

What is Celiac Disease?
Celiac disease (CD) is a genetic disorder. in people with CD, eating certain types of protein, called gluten, sets off an autoimmune response that causes damage to the small intestine. this, in turn, causes the small intestine to lose its ability to absorb the nutrients found in food, leading to malnutrition and a variety of other complications.
The offending protein, gluten, is found in wheat, barley, rye, and to a lesser extent, oats (WBRO). Related proteins are found in triticale, spelt, kamut. Refer to grains and flours Glossary for a more extensive list of both safe and offending grains.

Celiac Disease is:
· a genetic, inheritable disease.
· linked to genetically transmitted histocompatibility cell antigens (HLA DR3-DQ2, DR5/7 DQ2, and DR4-DQ8).
· COMMON. Approximately 1 in 133 people have CD, however, only about 3% of these have been diagnosed. this means that there are over 2.1 million undiagnosed people with celiac disease in the United States.
· characterized by damage to the mucosal lining of the small intestine which is known as villous atrophy.
· responsible for the malabsorption of nutrients resulting in malnutrition.
· linked to skin blisters known as dermatitis herpetiformis (DH).
· not age-dependent. it may become active at any age.
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Celiac Disease is NOT:
· simply a food allergy.
· an idiosyncratic reaction to food proteins (mediated by IgE).
· typified by a rapid histamine-type reaction (such as bronchospasm, urticaria, etc.).
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The Damaging Proteins
The term "gluten" is, in a sense, a generic term for the storage proteins that are found in grains. in reality, each type of protein – gliadin in wheat, secalin in rye, hordein in barley, avenin in oats, zein in corn and oryzenin in rice – is slightly different from the others. the "gluten" in wheat, rye, barley, and in a much lower amount, oats, contains particular amino acid sequences that are harmful to persons with celiac disease. the damaging proteins are particularly rich in proline and glutamine (especially the amino acid sequences which are in the following orders: Pro-Ser-Gln-Gln and Gln-Gln-Gln-Pro). as peptides, some such as 33-MER, cannot be broken down any further. in people with celiac disease, 33-MER stimulates T-cells to produce antibodies. the antibodies, in turn, attack the villi in the small intestine, reducing their ability to absorb nutrients. it is important to note that these sequences are NOT found in the proteins of corn and rice.
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The Nature of the Injury
The damage to the small intestine (the jejunum) caused by this disease is very slow to develop and is insidious. it is:
· almost certainly mediated by the immune system.
· associated with ANTIBODIES to gliadin, reticulin and/or endomysial (smooth muscle) proteins.
· probably not directly caused by the antibodies, though they may be signals for cell-mediated immunity.
· probably produced by the cellular immune system (T cells) – but only when gluten-type prolamins are present.
· reversible, in most cases, to completely normal bowel function, if the injurious protein is excluded from the diet.
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How Does One "Catch" Celiac Disease?
Celiac disease cannot be "caught," but rather the potential for CD may be in the body from birth. its onset is not confined to a particular age range or gender, although more women are diagnosed than men. it is not known exactly what activates the disease, however three things are required for a person to develop CD:
· A genetic disposition: being born with the necessary genes. the Human Leukocyte Antigen (HLA) genes specifically linked to celiac disease are DR3, DQ2 and DQ8.
· A trigger: some environmental, emotional or physical event in one’s life. While triggering factors are not fully understood, possibilities include, but are not limited to adding solids to a baby’s diet, going through puberty, enduring a surgery or pregnancy, experiencing a stressful situation, catching a virus, increasing WBRO products in the diet, or developing a bacterial infection to which the immune system responds inappropriately.
· A diet: containing WBRO, or any of their derivatives.
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Summary
Celiac disease is life-long and currently incurable. the only known treatment at this time is strict adherence to a gluten-free lifestyle, free of WBRO.

How is Celiac Disease Diagnosed?
When working with a physician to diagnose and/or confirm celiac disease (CD), three major steps are taken. First, a thorough physical examination is conducted, including a series of blood tests, sometimes referred to as the Celiac Blood Panel. second, a duodenal biopsy is performed with multiple samples from multiple locations in the small intestine. And third, the gluten-free diet is implemented. When the patient shows a positive response to the diet – symptoms subside and the small intestine returns to its normal, healthy state – the diagnosis of CD is confirmed.
(NOTE: To ensure the most accurate and timely diagnosis, the gluten-free diet should be implemented only after the first two steps have been completed.)

1: Examination
Patient History
When reviewing a patient's medical history and symptoms with a physician, the following areas should be considered in the discussion: (The first three are applicable to adults and children. the last is specific to children.)
· What are the symptoms? how long have they been present? how often do they occur?
· What is the patient's emotional state? is it consistent throughout the day? When and for how long do the symptoms occur?
· What else is involved? other diseases? other organs?
· How is the child developing?
See What are the Symptoms of Celiac Disease? for a thorough list of possible symptoms.
Physical Examination
Depending on the presentation of symptoms, the physician will check for some of the following items:
· emaciation
· pallor (due to anemia)
· hypotension (low blood pressure)
· edema (due to low levels of protein, [albumin] in the blood)
· dermatitis herpetiformis (skin lesions)
· easy bruising (lack of vitamin K)
· bone or skin and mucosa membrane changes due to vitamin deficiencies
· protruding or distended abdomen (intestine dysmotility)
· loss of various sensations in extremities including vibration, position and light touch (vitamin deficiency)
· signs of severe vitamin/mineral deficiencies which may include: · -diminished deep tendon reflexes
· muscle spasms (magnesium and/or calcium deficiency)
· bone tenderness and bone pain (due to osteomalacia)
Blood Tests
A number of tests, sometimes collectively referred to as the Celiac Blood Panel, will aid the physician in diagnosis. the tests may include, but are not limited to:
· Serologic Tests
1. EMA (Immunoglobulin a anti-endomysium antibodies)
2. AGA (IgA anti-gliadin antibodies)
3. AGG (IgG anti-gliadin antibodies)
4. tTGA (IgA anti-tissue transglutaminase)
· Tolerance or Measure of Digestion/Absorption Tests
1. Lactose tolerance test.
2. D-Xylose test.
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2: Biopsy
In the event that clinical signs and laboratory tests indicate probable malabsorption, a biopsy of the small intestine [jejunal] is called for. in this test, a small flexible biopsy instrument is passed through a tube, down the throat, through the stomach and into the upper end of the small intestine where patchy, multiple snippets of tissue are gathered. the tube is removed and the tissue samples are examined under a microscope for signs of injury.

I've been having alot of pregnancy symptoms, but one nurse told me if could be my hormones changing with my body growing.. I am 21, has any girl had pregnancy related symptoms and come to find out if was just your hormones changing for your body? has anybody ever heard of this?

Yes its actually quite common. At one point i thought i had milk leaking from my breast and it was because of an infected gland. good luck to you and don't stress out about it. stress can wreak havoc on your whole body.