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Anal cancer

Anal  cancer  is an uncommon type of  cancer  that occurs in the anal canal. The anal canal is a short tube at the end of your rectum through which stool leaves your body. Anal  cancer  can cause signs and symptoms such as rectal bleeding and anal pain. Most people with anal  cancer  are treated with a combination of chemotherapy and radiation. Though combining anal  cancer  treatments increases the chance of a cure, the combined treatments also increase the risk of side effects. SYMPTOMS Anal  cancer  signs and symptoms include: Bleeding from the anus or rectum Pain in the area of the anus A mass or growth in the anal canal Anal itching When to see a doctor Talk to your doctor about any signs and symptoms that bother you, especially if you have any factors that increase your risk of anal  cancer . CAUSES Anal  cancer  forms when a genetic mutation turns normal, healthy cells into abnormal cells. Healthy cells grow and multiply at a set rate, eventuall

Kidney failure

Acute kidney failure occurs when your kidneys suddenly become unable to filter waste products from your blood. When your kidneys lose their filtering ability, dangerous levels of wastes may accumulate, and your blood's chemical makeup may get out of balance. Acute kidney failure — also called acute renal failure or acute kidney injury — develops rapidly over a few hours or a few days. Acute kidney failure is most common in people who are already hospitalized, particularly in critically ill people who need intensive care. Acute kidney failure can be fatal and requires intensive treatment. However, acute kidney failure may be reversible. If you're otherwise in good health, you may recover normal or nearly normal kidney function. SYMPTOMS Signs and symptoms of acute kidney failure may include: Decreased urine output, although occasionally urine output remains normal Fluid retention, causing swelling in your legs, ankles or feet Drowsiness Shortness of breath

How to differentiate between platstic and artificial eggs.

You can identify fake eggs in the following ways: 1. Sniff the egg after breaking- Should have normal odour characteristic of  raw meat otherwise it's an artificial eggs. 2. The eggshell is shiner and rougher than for fake eggs. 3. Shake eggs- If noise is produced when shaking eggs, the egg might be fake unless it's  fertilized. 4. When you break a fake eggs, the egg yolk and white will be thin will soon get mixed. 5. When frying fake eggs, the yolk gets spread on its own without being touched. 6. Incase you are a chemist, you can do a confirmatory test for the ingredients used in making the fake eggs yet they're absent in real eggs. How to make plastic eggs. Share this article to safeguard your friends too.

How plastic eggs are made and their harmful effects.

Plastic eggs is a term used to generally refer to artificial eggs. You've probably heard about the presence of plastic eggs in the marked and who knows, maybe you have ever enjoyed it for super. They were originally made in China but currently they have spread their roots to Thailand, India and Pakistan. A raid was conducted in Guangzhou China and found many plastic eggs retailing at $0.003 which is almost a quarter the normal price. Making plastic eggs Ingredients Gelatin Benzoica acid Calcium hydroxide Coagulating agent Cellulose Amino acids Gluconolactone Calcium chloride Food flavors... etc Ingredients vary with time and the country of manufacture. Procedure The egg yolk is made by using artificial yellow colour that is mixed with another yellow material (it's unknown how some of the above ingredients are mixed to produce the yellow material). The liquid is poured to egg-shaped moulds and mixed with water containing Ca(OH)₂ making the thin outer yell

Drug addiction; types, effects and control

Drug addiction , also called substance use disorder, is a dependence on a legal or illegal drug or medication. Keep in mind that alcohol and nicotine are legal substances, but are also considered drugs. When you're addicted, you're not able to control your drug use and you may continue using the drug despite the harm it causes.  Drug addiction  can cause an intense craving for the drug. You may want to quit, but most people find they can't do it on their own. Drug addiction  can cause serious, long-term consequences, including problems with physical and mental health, relationships, employment, and the law. You may need help from your doctor, family, friends, support groups or an organized treatment program to overcome your drug addiction and stay drug-free. SYMPTOMS Most drug addictions start with experimental use of a drug in social situations. For some people, the drug use becomes more frequent. The risk of addiction and how fast you become dependent var

Albinism; causes, negative effects and control measures

Albinism includes a group of inherited disorders that are characterized by little or no production of the pigment melanin. The type and amount of melanin your body produces determines the color of your skin, hair and eyes. Most people with albinism are sensitive to sun exposure and are at increased risk of developing skin  cancer . Although there's no cure for albinism, people with the disorder can take steps to protect their skin and maximize their vision. Some people with albinism may feel socially isolated or experience discrimination. SYMPTOMS Signs of albinism are usually, but not always, apparent in a person's skin, hair and eye color. However, all people with the disorder experience vision problems. Skin Although the most recognizable form of albinism results in white hair and pinkish skin, skin coloring (pigmentation) can range from white to brown, and may be nearly the same as that of parents or siblings without albinism. For some people with albini