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HIFU Prostate Cancer Treatment
What Is HIFU? HIFU stands for High Intensity Focused Ultrasound. It is a procedure where sound waves are focused into a single beam and then used to target regions of the prostate gland where cancerous cells have been detected. The targeting is done with an MRI or Magnetic Resonance Imager, and allows the HIFU device … Continue reading
The Challenge of Treating Prostate Cancer
Traditionally, there are several treatment options for dealing with prostate cancer. Each one has strengths and drawbacks, which should be discussed at length with a doctor, and deliberated upon, before making a final decision. The first of these is a form of surgery known as a prostatectomy. While under a general anesthetic, the patient’s entire … Continue reading
Learning About Rent To Own Homes Ontario
Many individuals are unaware of how they are able to rent to own homes Ontario. They continue to just pay rent to their apartment or house landlord without having anything to show for it over the years. With renting to own, you can work towards home ownership with each of your rent payments contributing towards … Continue reading
Prostate Recovery Treatment Options and HIFU Outpatient Procedures
People who suffer from prostate cancer have a number of prostate cancer recovery treatment methods available. The amount of time that prostate cancer recovery takes depends on which procedure has been done. There are three effective treatment methods for prostate cancer. They include radiation therapy, surgery and an outpatient HIFU procedure. Radiation therapy and surgery … Continue reading
Learn About the Newest Treatments for Prostate Cancer
The prostate is a walnut sized gland found in men. It is just below the bladder. The urethra runs through gland. Its job is to secrete a fluid that protects sperm. It is also one of the most common cancers in men. More than 80% of the men who are 80 have been diagnosed with … Continue reading
Prepare for the Indoor Season with a Deep Home Cleaning!
Most people associate the big cleaning season with the spring. When you think about it, late fall and early winter should be the prime cleaning season since it preceeds the season where your family spends the most time indoors. With very little fresh air coming in the home -with all windows shut against the cold … Continue reading
