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I felt there must be a thread on this, not just poz, hiv or sexual related thread

https://cws.prudential.com.sg/en/pruprotects/articles/the-4-leading-cancers-amongst-singapore-men.html?utm_source=facebook&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=LC-PRU-CI-PTP-ArticleAds&utm_content=link-click-ads

Hope the lung is not due to drinking?

2. Colorectal cancer
Statistics from the Singapore Cancer Registry show that colorectal cancer was the second-most common cause of cancer deaths for men from 2011 to 2015. While lung cancer has been clearly linked to cigarette smoking, there seems to be some connection between smoking and colorectal cancer as well, though the exact link is less clear. Smoking habits aside, your personal risk depends on factors such as age, family history of cancer and your tendency to inherit cancer genes.

Screening: The simplest, most effective way to detect this cancer is via a rectal examination. Yes, it sounds icky, but it takes less than five minutes with minimal discomfort. For a more thorough examination, a colonoscopy may be ordered.

 

3. Liver cancer
Liver cancer clocks in as the third-most common cancer-related killer among Singaporean males from 2011 to 2015, according to the Singapore Cancer Registry. Individuals with hepatitis B or hepatitis C are 100 times more susceptible to liver cancer. Heavy alcohol consumption over time may also lead to liver cancer.

Screening: Routine ultrasounds and blood tests for alpha-fetoprotein can be used to screen for liver cancer. However, according to the National Cancer Centre Singapore, a CT scan is probably the best option for detection and treatment.



maybe time to combine some threads

 

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15 hours ago, geizershow said:

I’d like to ask a Doctor’s take on Panbesy and other weightloss medicines. How effective are they in the longrun? 

Thanks in advance

 

thanks for asking geizershow! Weight loss medicines like Panbesy and Duromine are very effective  for weight loss and works quite quickly. However, you have to take note of the potential side effects like palpitations, insomnis, oil leakage etc. and medicine like Duromine cannot be taken long term due to their side effects on the heart. I won't advise using them for long term weight loss. For long term weight loss i still would advise lifestyle changes like good eating habits, regular exercise. It is still best to speak with a doctor who is familiar with holistic weight loss and can advise you properly based on your condition and needs. Don't just rely on taking medicines only. You can also check out this book called The Obesity Code by Dr Jason Fung. Quite a good read on how we gain weight how to lose weight safely and effectively.

 

Cheers,

Dr T

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