Oncology

Oral Mucositis and Quality of Life
Cancer 26 Oct 2009

Oral Mucositis and Quality of Life

Oral mucositis results in many symptoms that can influence a person's quality of life. Mucositis, a condition in which the mucous membranes of the mouth…
Oral mucositis and nutrition
Blood 23 Oct 2009

Oral mucositis and nutrition

Mucositis can have a very severe impact on a patient's ability to eat and drink. Nutritional support is an essential component of cancer treatment and…
Dry Mouth (Xerostomia)
Cancer 28 Aug 2009

Dry Mouth (Xerostomia)

Xerostomia (dry mouth) is the subjective feeling of oral dryness, which may or may not be associated with a problem with the salivary glands. It…
Dental hygiene (proper brushing and flossing techniques)
Cancer 28 Aug 2009

Dental hygiene (proper brushing and flossing techniques)

Developing good dental hygiene is extremely important in fighting against dental problems such as dental caries, gum disease and halitosis, which are mostly the result…
Making a decision on circumcision
Cancer 31 Jul 2009

Making a decision on circumcision

Male circumcision is a surgical procedure which involves the removal of the foreskin (also known as the prepuce) of the penis.
What are drugs? An introduction to pharmacology
Blood 30 Jul 2009

What are drugs? An introduction to pharmacology

A drug is a chemical that interacts with proteins in the body to affect a physiological function. This is the general idea behind all medicine.…
Effect of Environmental Factors on Sperm Health
Cancer 23 Jul 2009

Effect of Environmental Factors on Sperm Health

Environmental factors which have evidence of an association with male infertility, include heat, radiation, chemicals and trauma.
Lasers and your Health
Cancer 17 Jul 2009

Lasers and your Health

The light generated by a laser is produced by nuclear mechanisms and has a number of unique and desirable characteristics but it also poses a…
Cryopreservation
Cancer 16 Jul 2009

Cryopreservation

Cryopreservation refers to the process of freezing human gametes, embryos and/or ovarian or testicular tissues, with a view to thawing the cells for use in…