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Oral Hairy Leukoplakia (LVO) part 2

Monday, March 8th, 2010

dentist LVOHow is the LVO?

LVO usually does not require treatment or cause serious symptoms. However, treatment may be an option for those concerned with the appearance of the LVO in the language, or who have disseminated lesions and experience discomfort or taste changes due to the plates.

The usual method for treating viral LVO is taken orally (by mouth). Usually, these medicines are taken for one to two weeks or until the plates of the LVO disappear.
Other options include tretinoin (Retin A) and podophyllin resin, two drugs that can be applied directly to the plates of LVO. Usually tretinoin is applied two or three times a day until the plates are gone. Podophyllin it operates a health care provider once or twice during a period of two to three weeks. Other options, especially if the plates are small, is that a healthcare provider applies liquid nitrogen (cryotherapy) to the affected area, or surgery to remove the plates.

LVO oral leukoplakiaCan you prevent the LVO?

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Morphine Could Spread Cancer

Tuesday, January 26th, 2010

Morphine

Morphine is a drug that is routinely provided to cancer patients to relieve pain. Recent studies conducted in the laboratory suggest that morphine may stimulate the spread of the disease. The researchers said this opioid promotes the growth of new blood vessels that carry oxygen and nutrients to tumors.

The scientists, who presented their findings during the joint conference of the American Association of Cancer Research and the European Organization for Research and Treatment of Cancer, held in Boston, also reported the discovery of a new drug that could counteract this effect. Experts say, however, that more testing is needed before carrying out any change in treatment. (more…)

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Deodorants not responsible for breast cancer

Thursday, December 10th, 2009

In recent years, the deodorants are accused of being responsible for breast cancer. Till this day, no evidence has shown this hypothesis, but many women are concerned. Today, a group of experts in oncology provides a reassuring answer.

The use of deodorant could affect the growth of breast cancer in women: no scientific studies have demonstrated this possibility. A group of experts from the French Cancer Society made a detailed and scientific analysis on this subject. Conclusion: No scientific evidence has been identified for this hypothesis.

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