See the importance of some treatments to avoid these diseases and guarantee the quality of life
Cancer is a set of diseases characterized by the disordered and uncontrolled growth of abnormal cells in the body. These cells can multiply quickly, invade healthy tissues and form tumors, which can be benign or malignant. In evil cases, there is the risk of metastases when cancer cells spread to other parts of the body through blood or lymphatic system.
According to the Pan American Health Organization (PAHO), about 40% of cancer cases could be avoided by reducing exposure to risk factors. According to the National Cancer Institute (NCI), 20 million new cases of cancer all over the world are recorded, with consequent 9.7 million deaths. The projections indicate a worrying scenario: by 2040, the number of new cases can reach 29.9 million per year, with 15.3 million deaths.
Understanding that the change of some habits can mean protection against such an aggressive disease is essential to change reality. The oncologist André Sasse, by Vera Cruz Oncology, in Campinas (SP), explains that 1/3 of the deaths through the pathology has smoking as the main external cause; 30% of the types of cancer are due to bad eating habits and obesity; 5% are caused by alcohol consumption; And 5% are caused by viruses for which vaccines are.
Below, André Sasse lists some Types of cancer Those good living habits help to prevent. I wait!
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Avoid smoking and exposure to passive smoke. Does not expose harmful substances such as asbestos, radon, arsenic and pollution without adequate protection mechanisms (especially in the workplace).
2. Bladder
Eat a lot of water and avoid smoking and exposure to chemicals harmful as substances used in paints, rubber and leather without the use of protection. In addition, be aware of the presence of blood in the urine or the will to urinate frequently.
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The use of sun protection and avoiding exposure to the excessive sun is essential to prevent Skin cancer.
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Taking the vaccine against the HPV (human papillomavirus), performing regular exams (pap test) and using condoms in sex.
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Get a vaccine against hepatitis B, avoid Excessive alcohol consumptionDo not use anabolic steroids and treat liver infections.
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Avoid smoking and excessive alcohol consumption.
7. Stomach
Maintain healthy and avoid foods transformed and rich salt and the use of cigarettes.
8. Mom
Keeping a healthy weight, practicing physical activity, avoid excessive alcohol consumption, regularly perform preventive exams and check the replacement of the hormone.
9. Prostate
Avoid obesity and excessive consumption of alcohol, practicing physical activity, having a healthy diet and doing preventive exams adjust.
10. Endometrium
Having good eating habits, rich in nutrients, vitamins and minerals, maintain a healthy weight, practice physical activity and control hormonal replacement.
By Fabila Gaspari
Source: Terra
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