Emily Hatfield Disease literacy laboratory media Cancers of Reproductive Organs Examples and Details Cervical Cancer Location: Occurs in the cervix, the lower part of the uterus that connects to the vagina. Detection: Pap smear tests, HPV (human papillomavirus) testing, colposcopy, and biopsy. Treatment Options: Surgery (e.g., hysterectomy), radiation therapy, chemotherapy, and targeted therapy. Ovarian Cancer Location: Occurs in the ovaries, which are part of the female reproductive system responsible for producing eggs and hormones. Detection: Pelvic examination, transvaginal ultrasound, CA-125 blood test, and biopsy. Treatment Options: Surgery (e.g., oophorectomy), chemotherapy, radiation therapy, and targeted therapy. Prostate Cancer Location:…show more content… Treatment Options: Surgery (e.g., prostatectomy), radiation therapy, hormone therapy, chemotherapy, and active surveillance. Endometrial (Uterine) Cancer Location: Occurs in the lining of the uterus, known as the endometrium. Detection: Pelvic examination, transvaginal ultrasound, endometrial biopsy, and hysteroscopy. Treatment Options: Surgery (e.g., hysterectomy), radiation therapy, hormone therapy, and chemotherapy. Diabetes Types I and II Distinctions and Details Type I Diabetes Description: An autoimmune condition where the body's immune system attacks insulin-producing beta cells in the pancreas. Risk Factors: Genetic predisposition, family history, certain viral infections, and autoimmune conditions. Impact on Organs: Affects blood vessels, nerves, eyes (retinopathy), kidneys (nephropathy), and cardiovascular system. Type II Diabetes Description: A metabolic disorder characterized by insulin resistance and eventual insulin deficiency. Risk Factors: Obesity, physical inactivity, poor diet, family history, age, and ethnicity. Impact on Organs: Similar to Type I, affecting blood vessels, nerves, eyes, kidneys, and cardiovascular…show more content… Impact on Organs: Can lead to complications in both the mother (high blood pressure, preeclampsia) and the baby (macrosomia, hypoglycemia). Science Information Primary vs. Secondary Sources Primary Sources Description: Original research articles, experimental results, clinical trials, and conference papers. Advantages: Provides detailed methodology, original data, and firsthand findings, allowing for in-depth understanding and replication of studies. Secondary Sources Description: Reviews, meta-analyses, textbooks, and articles summarizing multiple primary sources. Advantages: Summarizes and interprets primary research, making it easier to understand broader trends and consensus in a field. Scanning a Scientific Paper Abstract: Summarizes the main findings and significance of the study. Reason: Quickly provides an overview to determine relevance. Introduction: Outlines the research question, background, and objectives. Reason: Helps understand the context and rationale behind the study. Methods: Describe how the study was conducted. Reason: Evaluate the validity and reliability of the
