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Clinical awareness to prevent yourself from breast cancer

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  Breast anatomy Each breast contains 15 to 20 lobes of glandular tissue, arranged like the petals of a daisy . The lobes are further divided into smaller lobules that produce milk for breastfeeding. Small tubes (ducts) conduct the milk to a reservoir that lies just beneath your nipple. Breast cancer is cancer that forms in the cells of the breasts. After skin cancer, breast cancer is the most common cancer diagnosed in women in the United States. Breast cancer can occur in both men and women, but it's far more common in women. Substantial support for breast cancer awareness and research funding has helped create advances in the diagnosis and treatment of breast cancer. Breast cancer survival rates have increased, and the number of deaths associated with this disease is steadily declining, largely due to factors such as earlier detection, a new personalized approach to treatment and a better understanding of the disease. Types ...

The effect of chlorine on your kidney

 The effect of chlorine on your kidney Chlorine is a chemical element commonly used in various forms for water disinfection and sanitation, particularly in swimming pools and municipal water treatment facilities. While exposure to chlorine at appropriate levels for water treatment is generally considered safe for most individuals, excessive or prolonged exposure to high levels of chlorine can potentially have adverse effects on the kidneys and other organs. Here are some potential effects of chlorine on the kidneys: Irritation: Exposure to high concentrations of chlorine gas or chlorine-containing chemicals can irritate the respiratory system and mucous membranes. Inhaling chlorine gas can lead to coughing, throat irritation, and potentially lung injury, but it does not have a direct effect on the kidneys. Dehydration: Chlorine is used to disinfect water in swimming pools, and prolonged exposure to chlorinated water can lead to skin and eye irritation. Swimmers may inadvertently sw...