... disease, of which most people are unaware. A disease, which leads people to a slow and painfull death by the lack of knowledge about it. A disease called male breast cancer. I will inform you about some aspects of the nature, the risks, and the treatment of this disease, and I will discuss a little the psychological ... what does it mean? Let me help you understand. Cancer occurs when cells in a part of the body begin to grow out of control. Most cancers are named after the part of the body where the cancer first starts. Thus, breast cancer begins in the breast issue. Untill today, it is ...

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... men could die from the disease. Unfortunately, those figures are not the entire story. There is also believed to be a staggering amount of male breast cancer cases that will go undetected until it is too late. Unlike women, who have been indoctrinated with all of the statistics about ... of breast cancer mean that all family members could be increasingly susceptible to the disease. It matters not whether the family member in question is male or female. Mothers and grandmothers and even great-grandmothers can spawn sons, grandsons, and great-grandsons who may develop breast cancer. Heredi...

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... increase in steroid use over the past few decades is a result of the roles they perform in the body. They imitate the predominately male hormone testosterone by producing both the androgenic and the anabolic affects that are associated with the hormone. The ... androgenic effects include masculine characteristics such as deepening of the voice, growth of facial hair, and the maturation of sex glands. The more desirable anabolic effects include the growth of body ... side-effects. New York Times reports the stunting of bone growth, testicular shrinkage, and even female breasts in male use...

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... These include enlargement of the penis and testes, voice changes, hair growth on the face, axilla, and genital areas, and increased aggressiveness. " (Fahey par. 3) The changes to the male are referred to as androgenic. These androgenic effects also produce anabolic effects, which contribute to the accelerated growth of muscle, bone, and red blood cells and enhanced neural conduction. (Fahey ... depression with suicidal behavior, mood changes, and in some cases, and hallucinations (Kuipers section 5) Males suffer from specific problems because it changes their chemical balance of testos...

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... market today, and are safe and effective when used properly. There are two main kinds of condoms, male and female. As the most popular of the two, male condoms are made of latex, plastic, or natural membranes. They look like long, thin, deflated balloons. Male condoms stop body fluids from mixing during intercourse, and when used correctly are about 97% effective. Condoms are generally ... rate. Other consumers, however, have complained that the condom is difficult to insert, harder to find because not as many stores carry female condoms, and is more expensive than its male counterpart....

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... drugs. The three most common drugs used are Anabolic steroids, amphetamine, and human growth hormone (HGH). ANABOLIC STEROIDS Anabolic steroids are the most common drug used by athletes. Body builders, football, track and field power events, and weight lifting mostly use these. There are two ways athletes take steroids orally and by injection. Oral steroids are very hard ... their children about steroids just like we tell them not to take drugs or drink alcohol because it can destroy our body just like steroids can. Steroids also can cause; Severe acne, Edema, Hair loss, tissue damage, t...

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... an unethical edge over opponents. Steroids are a group of natural and artificial chemicals that produce male-like effects in both males and females. "Anabolic steroids, synthetic compounds formulated to act like the male sex hormone testosterone are the subject of conversation these days. Many athletes, including male and female bodybuilders, weight lifters, runners, swimmers, and pro athletes, have used them because ... a few weeks, then the cycles are then repeated. Steroids are becoming increasingly popular for sportsmen and women to help aid their performance. Steroids promote muscl...

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Prostate cancer is cancer of the prostate gland. The prostate is part of the male reproductive system. This gland is locates inside the body at the base of the penis, just below the bladder and in front of the rectum. It is composed of the ... the development of prostate cancer. Men who's testicles were removed before puberty have little risk of developing this disease, apparently because the primary source of male hormones was removed. C rently, scientists are comparing testosterone production and metabolism in prostate cancer patients and their brothers as well as in men from families ... ...

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... the N.I.D.A (National Institute on Drug Abuse) anabolic steroids is the familiar name given to synthetic substances related to the male sex hormones know as androgens. They promote the growth of skeletal muscle, which is called an anabolic effect, as well as the development of ... male sexual characteristics, which is called an androgenic effect. It is these two pieces of the puzzle put together that leads to ... compounds: "Anabolic Androgenic Steroids". They were developed in the 1930's to treat a condition known as hypogonadism in which the male testes do not produce a sufficient am...

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... reasons. They include Amphetamines, stimulants, and anabolic steroids. Amphetamines are chemical mixtures used for energy that elevate mood and increase muscle tension, heart rate and blood pressure. Stimulants give the body a feeling of highness. These could include cocaine, marijuana, and alcohol to mention a few. Anabolic steroids are hormonal drugs that are believed to build tissue, and assist by not letting ... were beating the Americans with the help of these drugs. Anabolic means the ability to promote growth and repair body tissue, steroid refers to number of compounds in a cer...

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... the colon Incidences According to the American Cancer Society, it is estimated that there were 102,480 new cases of colon cancer in 2013 (50,090 male, 52,390 female), and 50,830 deaths (26,300 male, 24,530 female). Colon cancer is the second most common cancer death in the United States. Early diagnosis, though, can lead to a complete cure. ( ... an intestinal obstruction can recover completely. Gastrointestinal bleeding - A person with gastrointestinal bleeding is bleeding from the esophagus, stomach, small intestine, colon or rectum. Cancer spread to other organs in the body Cancer re...

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... good diet in itself cannot provide fitness or championship form, but a poor diet can ruin both. " Using drugs, any kind of drug, harms your body. The big problem with drug usage is you don't see the negative affects right away, you only see the positive results. The results you see immediately ... it decreases performance in a way. Steroid use is usually accompanied by tendon injury and damage, which can ruin an athlete's training. Steroid intake causes the body to make abnormal collagen, a white gelatinous substance that forms the tendon fibers. Steroids reduce the tensile strength of ...

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... winning the gold meddle in the hundred meter dash, that was when steroids started to become obvious to athletes. It isn't just the big body builder and the pro athletes that you will catch using steroids, alot of the time it is just your average person like you or me ... as far as I am concerned is cheating, and there is no possible explanation for an athlete to cheat. Steroids are extra male hormones that are either taken orally or injected into the body. When these hormones are taken they set off a reaction that sends an individual's testosterone level soaring to the roof. When ... dan...

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... most of the fluid for semen. The prostate surrounds the first part of the urethra, the tube that carries urine and semen through the penis. Male hormones stimulate the prostate gland to develop in the fetus. The prostate continues to grow as a man reaches adulthood. It will continue to grow or ... at least is maintained after it reaches normal size throughout the life of a man as long as male hormones are produced. If male hormones are removed, the prostate gland will not fully develop or will shrink. Although several other cell types are found in the prostate, over ... American Cancer ...

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... evidence suggest that the potential harm of artificial tanning exceeds that of outdoor tanning. A necessity of any form of tanning is ultraviolet rays. One's body obtains these rays from both artificial and outdoor tanning. Ultraviolet radiation is a portion of the electromagnetic spectrum with wavelengths shorter than visible light which ... choose to use tanning beds knowing all the effects of the harmful UV. The demand for tanning beds has greatly increased due to the male community beginning to want to look great also. Tanning is known to be cosmetically attractive and a sign of goo...

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... section will explain the different parts of the excretory system and what it is used for. Components of the Excretory System: Anatomy: For the human body to survive and function properly it must receive food. The food is broken down by chewing, done in the mouth, by the teeth. After ... System: A. Introduction to the Urinary System The urinary system is a system which consists of the organs which are needed to produce and excrete urine from the body. Urine holds mostly excess water, salts, nitrogen compounds and unwanted wastes. It is a yellow transparent liquid. The important parts of t...

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... immediately, 25% die within two hours. Three quarter of those who die will also do so within 24 hours. Smoking Inhibits Fertility Both female and male smokers have lower fertility levels. The chances of artificial insemination succeeding are also reduced. Both men and women who were born to mothers who smoked have ... the chances of conception increases. Even if a couple succeed in conceiving, they run a greater risk of losing the baby if the mother is a smoker. Male smokers tend to have a sperm count that is 15% lower than that of a non-smoker. Smoking During Pregnancy Smoking during pr...

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... is taken into consideration, with males as being the norm, I am instantly un-normal. I have to go to a "special" doctor to deal with my "special" body parts. I find this kinda cool. I get to have a doctor that specializes in something that only I as a female am concerned with. After having the discussion ... in class about this, I felt pretty good about being a female. Just because I am different doesn't mean that I am abnormal or wrong in body composure. I now feel that I am just special, instead of weird. Although, there are studies that show that we have more medical problems with men...

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... is taken into consideration, with males as being the norm, I am instantly un-normal. I have to go to a "special" doctor to deal with my "special" body parts. I find this kinda cool. I get to have a doctor that specializes in something that only I as a female am concerned with. After having the discussion ... in class about this, I felt pretty good about being a female. Just because I am different doesn't mean that I am abnormal or wrong in body composure. I now feel that I am just special, instead of weird. Although, there are studies that show that we have more medical problems with men...

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... lump which is called a tumor. Tumors can be either benign or malignant. In a benign tumor the cells do not spread to other parts of the body and so are not cancerous. However, if they continue to grow at the original site, they may cause a problem by pressing on the surrounding organs. ... tumor is left untreated, it may invade and destroy surrounding tissue. Sometimes cells break away from the original primary cancer and spread to other organs in the body through the bloodstream or lymphatic system. Doctors can tell whether a tumour is benign or malignant by examining a small sample of...

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... of an advantage over other people on the playing field (Steroids- Pg. 9). However all steroids can and will take their toll on the person's body who uses them. It has been proven that steroids can cause damage to the kidneys, liver, heart and can kill that person who takes them ( ... 1994-00 Britannica Encyclopedia). Common side effects that may occur in females are, the growth of facial hair, deeper voices, male pattern baldness, menstrual problems, vaginal problems and can suffer from skin problems on the body (Steroids pg- 28 & www.steroidlaw.com). It is said that steroids can and wil...

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... lump which is called a tumor. Tumors can be either benign or malignant. In a benign tumor the cells do not spread to other parts of the body and so are not cancerous. However, if they continue to grow at the original site, they may cause a problem by pressing on the surrounding organs. ... tumor is left untreated, it may invade and destroy surrounding tissue. Sometimes cells break away from the original primary cancer and spread to other organs in the body through the bloodstream or lymphatic system. Doctors can tell whether a tumour is benign or malignant by examining a small sample of...

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... cells hinder many of the basic functions of the blood. Red blood cells are prevented from transporting valuable oxygen to all major organs in the body. Also at risk of abnormality are disease and infection fighting white cells, such as granulocytes, macrophages and lymphocytes. Platelets, which aid in blood ... that leukemia is occurs most often in people of white nationality and least often in East Asian nationalities. They have also stated that the male gender, in all nationalities except Vietnamese, are about two times more likely than women to develop leukemia. What are the treatment...

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... white blood cells that fight infection) and lymphatic channels (fluid-filled vessels that connect the series of lymph nodes) to other parts of the body. Seminomas develop from the sperm-producing germ cells of the testicle. The 2 main subtypes of these tumors are classical (or typical) seminomas and ... older population than those with nonseminomas. Most spermatocytic tumors grow very slowly and usually do not metastasize (spread to other parts of the body). The average age of men diagnosed with spermatocytic seminoma is about 55, which is 10 to 15 years older than the average age ... tes...

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... white blood cells that fight infection) and lymphatic channels (fluid-filled vessels that connect the series of lymph nodes) to other parts of the body. Seminomas develop from the sperm-producing germ cells of the testicle. The 2 main subtypes of these tumors are classical (or typical) seminomas and ... older population than those with nonseminomas. Most spermatocytic tumors grow very slowly and usually do not metastasize (spread to other parts of the body). The average age of men diagnosed with spermatocytic seminoma is about 55, which is 10 to 15 years older than the average age ... tes...

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