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Colon Cancer - Cancer of the colon is the second leading cause of cancer mortality in the United States (after lung cancer). Most colon cancers are adenocarcinomas. Mucinous carcinoma and signet ring cell carcinoma are rare and carry a poor prognosis.
Leukemia Cancer - Leukemia is a cancer characterized by an increase of white blood cells. There are different types of leukemia, depending on which type of white blood cell is affected. Leukemia classified as acute progresses rapidly Chronic leukemia progresses more gradually, but may have an acute aspect.
Melanoma Cancer - A cancer of the pigmented area of the skin. Melanoma is a highly malignant tumor that can spread to any organ of the body. Tumors may be staged according to thickness or Clark Level.
Action will vary according to the thickness of the tumor, depth of invasion, stage (size), presence or absence of ulceration and any history of atypical nevi (atypical moles), as well as metastasis (spread) of the cancer. This information is available from the pathology report.
Prostate Cancer - Action will vary according to the stage (size) and grade (degree of cell abnormality often described as well, moderately or poorly differentiated), as well as metastasis (spread) of the cancer. This information is available from the pathology report. The time frames given are measured from the point at which all curative treatment (surgery, chemotherapy, radiation therapy) is completed.
Skin Cancer - Skin cancer is the most common form of human cancer. The most common cause of skin cancer is overexposure to the sun. Ninety percent of all skin cancers occur on sun exposed skin.
Testicular Cancer - Although overall it is uncommon, testicular cancer is the most common type of cancer in young men age (15-35). The incidence of testicular cancer has been increasing, but mortality rates are improving due to dramatic advances in its treatment. The usual presentation of this cancer is a painless mass.
Thyroid Cancer - The thyroid gland is located in the neck and is part of the endocrine system. Thyroid cancer is more common in women than men and most cases occur between the ages of 25-65. It most commonly presents as a nodule.
Electron Beam Computerized Tomography (EBCT) - EBCT or Ultrafast CT is a noninvasive test used to measure calcium deposits in the coronary arteries and, thereby, assist in detecting coronary artery disease.
The total assessment of the calcium score should consider
Seizures (Epilepsy) - Periodic attacks affecting the state of consciousness, frequently accompanied by convulsions. Rating depends, among other factors, on type of seizure, frequency of seizures, time since diagnosis and date of last seizure.
Irritable Bowel Disease - (Irritable Bowel Syndrome, Spastic Colitis, Mucous Colitis) - Abnormal motion of the small or large bowel causing pain and cramps. A very common condition often related to stress. Mild disease with no incapacitating symptoms. No rating, best classes available.
Systemic Lupus Erythematosus (SLE) - SLE is an autoimmune disorder in which the body produces antibodies that attack the body itself and cause inflammation that can occur anywhere in the body. Involvement of the brain, heart, kidney and lung are serious complications. Risk is generally uninsurable if there is brain, heart, kidney or lung involvement.
Parkinson's Disease - Parkinson's disease (PD) is a motor system disorder. The four primary symptoms are tremor (shaking), stiffness of the limbs and trunk (rigidity), slowness of movement and impaired balance and coordination. Extra mortality is related partly to an increased incidence of respiratory and urinary tract infections associated with loss of motor control and inactivity.
Substance Abuse - Substance abuse is using a drug, alcohol or other chemical, which causes a clinically significant impairment. Substance abuse causes increased mortality risk due to overdoses, accidents, infections or toxic effect on vital organs.
Mitral Valve Disorders - Mitral stenosis is a narrowing of the opening of the mitral valve. It produces a low- pitched, rumbling, diastolic murmur. Most cases are due to rheumatic fever.
Arrhythmias (irregular heart beats) are common with this impairment, especially atrial fibrillation or flutter and premature atrial or ventricular contractions. Other symptoms include shortness of breath, chest pain, and heart failure.
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