Tag: early detection

  • Brain Tumors, General

    Brain Tumors, General Definition and Description of Brain Tumors, General Brain tumors are abnormal growths of cells within the brain or the tissue surrounding the brain. They can be classified as either primary tumors, which originate in the brain, or secondary tumors, which spread to the brain from other parts of the body. These tumors…

  • Breast Cancer and Pregnancy

    Breast Cancer and Pregnancy Definition and Description of Breast Cancer and Pregnancy Breast cancer during pregnancy refers to the diagnosis of breast cancer in women who are pregnant. It is a complex medical situation, as the physiological changes in a woman’s body during pregnancy can complicate both the diagnosis and treatment of breast cancer. Breast…

  • Bowen’s Disease

    Bowen’s Disease Definition and Description of Bowen’s Disease Bowen’s Disease, also known as squamous cell carcinoma in situ, is a localized skin condition characterized by the presence of abnormal squamous cells in the outer layer of the skin (epidermis). This precancerous skin disease manifests as persistent, scaly patches that can be red or brown, and…

  • Basal Cell Carcinoma

    Basal Cell Carcinoma Definition and Description of Basal Cell Carcinoma Basal Cell Carcinoma (BCC) is a type of skin cancer that arises from the basal cells, which are located in the lower part of the epidermis, the outer layer of the skin. It is the most common form of skin cancer, accounting for approximately 80%…