Prostate Cancer

Prostate Cancer

The prostate is a small, walnut-sized structure that makes up part of a man’s reproductive system. The cause of prostate cancer is unknown, but high dietary fat intake and increased testosterone levels can be factors. Prostate cancer is the third most common cause of cancer deaths in men of all ages. It the most common cause of cancer deaths in men over age 75. Some common symptoms of prostate cancer are urinary retention, painful urination, painful ejaculation, lower back pain, and painful bowel movements. A rectal exam will often show an enlarged prostate with a hard, irregular surface. A PSA test, AMACR, urinalysis, and urine or prostatic fluid testing is different types of tests that may be ordered to diagnosis prostate cancer. Chest x-rays, bone scans, or CT scans are normally used to determine if the cancer has spread to other organs of the body or bones.

ACUTE CHOLECYSTITIS

Acute Cholecystitis


Acute Cholecystitis is a sudden inflammation of the gallbladder that causes severe abdominal pain. Symptoms may include right upper quadrant pain. This pain can present itself as sharp, cramping, or dull, and can radiate into the back. Other symptoms can include abdominal fullness, clay-colored stools, fever, nausea and vomiting, and yellowing of the skin (jaundice). Treatment can be IV fluids or antibiotics, but most causes may need surgery to remove the gallbladder. In most cases the cause for cholecystitis is caused by gallstones in the gallbladder. Acute Cholecystitis causes bile to become trapped in the gallbladder. This buildup will cause irritation and pressure in the gallbladder. This can lead to bacterial infection and perforation of the organ.