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The Adrenal Glands
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Overview
Detailed information on the adrenal gland, its anatomy and function
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Adrenal Cancer: Introduction
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Overview
Adrenal cancer is a rare cancer that begins in the adrenal glands. Read on to learn more about the adrenal glands, and types of tumors found there.
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Adrenal Cancer: Diagnosis
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Understanding Your Diagnosis
If your healthcare provider thinks you might have adrenal cancer, you will need certain exams and tests to be sure. Here's what you can expect.
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Abdominal Ultrasound
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Understanding Your Diagnosis
An abdominal ultrasound is an imaging test used to assess the organs and structures in the belly. Read on to learn what to expect before, during, and after the test.
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Adrenal Cancer: Stages
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Understanding Your Diagnosis
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Deciding on Treatment
The stage of a cancer is how much and how far the cancer has spread in your body. It's one of the most important things to know when deciding how to treat cancer. Learn about the stages of adrenal cancer.
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Adrenal Cancer: Treatment Choices
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Deciding on Treatment
There are several treatment choices for adrenal cancer. Which may work best for you? It depends on a few factors.
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Adrenal Cancer: Newly Diagnosed
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Managing Side Effects
Being told you have adrenal cancer can be scary, and you may have many questions. But you have people on your healthcare team to help.
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General Nutrition Guidelines During Cancer Treatment
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Managing Side Effects
You may have difficulty eating or lose your appetite during cancer treatment. Try eating small, frequent meals throughout the day. To improve your appetite, don't drink beverages with your meals.
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Anemia and Chemotherapy
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Chemotherapy Side Effects
Chemotherapy can damage your body’s ability to make red blood cells, so body tissues don't get enough oxygen. This is a condition called anemia. People who have anemia may feel very weak or tired, dizzy, faint, or short of breath, or may feel that their hearts are beating very fast.
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Infection and Chemotherapy
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Chemotherapy Side Effects
To reduce your risk for infection, avoid people who are sick with contagious illnesses, including colds, the flu, measles, or chickenpox.
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Radiation Therapy and Cancer Treatment
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Other Treatment Side Effects
Detailed information on radiation therapy, one type of cancer treatment.
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Adrenal Cancer: Overview
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Cancer FAQs
Adrenal cancer is a rare cancer that starts in the adrenal glands. You have 2 adrenal glands. One sits on top of each kidney. Learn more about symptoms, diagnosis, and treatments.
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Anal Cancer
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Digestive System -- An Overview
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Overview
Detailed information on how the digestive system works, including a full-color, labeled illustration of the digestive system.
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Anatomy of the Anus
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Overview
The anus is the last part of the digestive tract. Learn more about its anatomy, including where anal cancer is likely to start.
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Anal Cancer: Diagnosis
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Understanding Your Diagnosis
If your healthcare provider thinks you might have anal cancer, you will need certain exams and tests to be sure.
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Anal Cancer: Newly Diagnosed
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Understanding Your Diagnosis
Being told you have anal cancer can be scary, and you may have many questions. But you have people on your healthcare team to help.
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Anal Cancer: Treatment Choices
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Deciding on Treatment
Different types of treatment have different goals. Learn about anal cancer treatments and their goals, so you can choose the one that's best for you.
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Anal Cancer: Chemotherapy
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Deciding on Treatment
Chemotherapy (chemo) uses anticancer medicines to kill cancer cells. Learn how chemo is used to treat anal cancer.
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General Nutrition Guidelines During Cancer Treatment
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Managing Side Effects
You may have difficulty eating or lose your appetite during cancer treatment. Try eating small, frequent meals throughout the day. To improve your appetite, don't drink beverages with your meals.
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Managing Cancer-Related Fatigue
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Managing Side Effects
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Other Treatment Side Effects
Fatigue can come and go or stay constant for a while. Fatigue from chemotherapy tends to happen a few days after the treatment, peaks, and then gets better before the next treatment. Fatigue from radiation may not happen right away.
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Anemia and Chemotherapy
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Chemotherapy Side Effects
Chemotherapy can damage your body’s ability to make red blood cells, so body tissues don't get enough oxygen. This is a condition called anemia. People who have anemia may feel very weak or tired, dizzy, faint, or short of breath, or may feel that their hearts are beating very fast.
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Infection and Chemotherapy
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Chemotherapy Side Effects
To reduce your risk for infection, avoid people who are sick with contagious illnesses, including colds, the flu, measles, or chickenpox.
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Radiation Therapy and Cancer Treatment
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Other Treatment Side Effects
Detailed information on radiation therapy, one type of cancer treatment.
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Anal Cancer Overview
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Cancer FAQs
The anus is the last part of the digestive tract. Most anal cancers start in the cells that make the inside lining of the anus. Learn more about symptoms, diagnosis, and treatments.
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Bile Duct Cancer
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Biliary System: Anatomy and Functions
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Overview
Detailed anatomical description of the biliary system, including a full-color labeled illustration.
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Bile Duct Cancer: Introduction
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Overview
Cancer starts when cells in the body change (mutate) and grow out of control. To help understand what happens when you have cancer, it helps to look at how your body normally works.
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Bile Duct Cancer: Diagnosis
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Understanding Your Diagnosis
If your healthcare provider thinks you might have bile duct cancer, you will need certain exams and tests to be sure.
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Abdominal Ultrasound
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Understanding Your Diagnosis
An abdominal ultrasound is an imaging test used to assess the organs and structures in the belly. Read on to learn what to expect before, during, and after the test.
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Bile Duct Cancer: Stages
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Understanding Your Diagnosis
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Deciding on Treatment
The stage of a cancer is how much and how far the cancer has spread in your body. Your healthcare provider uses exams and tests to find out the size of the cancer and where it is.
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Bile Duct Cancer: Treatment Questions
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Deciding on Treatment
Make sure you ask how the treatment will change your daily life, including your diet, and how you will look and feel after treatment. Ask how successful the treatment is expected to be, and what the risks and possible side effects are.
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Bile Duct Cancer: Chemotherapy
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Chemotherapy
Chemotherapy (or chemo) uses strong medicines to kill cancer cells.
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Bile Duct Cancer: Radiation Therapy
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Radiation
Radiation therapy is also called radiotherapy. Its goal is to kill or shrink cancer cells.
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Bile Duct Cancer: Surgery
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Surgery
Surgery is often the first choice to treat bile duct cancer. The goal is to remove all of the cancer.
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Bile Duct Cancer: Stent or Catheter Placement
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Other Treatments
In some cases of bile duct cancer, the cancer may block the bile duct. The healthcare provider may put in a stent or a catheter to help clear the duct.
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General Nutrition Guidelines During Cancer Treatment
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Managing Side Effects
You may have difficulty eating or lose your appetite during cancer treatment. Try eating small, frequent meals throughout the day. To improve your appetite, don't drink beverages with your meals.
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Managing Cancer-Related Fatigue
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Managing Side Effects
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Other Treatment Side Effects
Fatigue can come and go or stay constant for a while. Fatigue from chemotherapy tends to happen a few days after the treatment, peaks, and then gets better before the next treatment. Fatigue from radiation may not happen right away.
...more
Anemia and Chemotherapy
in
Chemotherapy Side Effects
Chemotherapy can damage your body’s ability to make red blood cells, so body tissues don't get enough oxygen. This is a condition called anemia. People who have anemia may feel very weak or tired, dizzy, faint, or short of breath, or may feel that their hearts are beating very fast.
...more
Infection and Chemotherapy
in
Chemotherapy Side Effects
To reduce your risk for infection, avoid people who are sick with contagious illnesses, including colds, the flu, measles, or chickenpox.
...more
Radiation Therapy and Cancer Treatment
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Other Treatment Side Effects
Detailed information on radiation therapy, one type of cancer treatment.
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Bile Duct Cancer: Overview
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Cancer FAQs
Bile duct cancer is rare. It starts in the cells of the bile ducts. The bile ducts are a network of tiny tubes that connect the liver and the gallbladder to the small intestine. Learn more about symptoms, diagnosis, and treatments.
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Bladder Cancer
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Anatomy of the Bladder
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Overview
The bladder is a hollow organ in your lower belly. Learn about its anatomy.
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Bladder Cancer: Risk Factors
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Overview
A risk factor is anything that may increase your chance of having a disease. Learn which risk factors are linked with bladder cancer.
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Cystoscopy for Women
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Understanding Your Diagnosis
Cystoscopy is a procedure that lets the healthcare provider view the urinary tract, particularly the bladder, the urethra, and the openings to the ureters. Cystoscopy can help find problems with the urinary tract. This may include early signs of cancer, infection, narrowing, blockage, or bleeding.
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Bladder Cancer: Diagnosis
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Understanding Your Diagnosis
If your healthcare provider thinks you might have bladder cancer, you'll need certain exams and tests to be sure. Learn how bladder cancer is diagnosed.
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Bladder Cancer: Treatment Questions
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Deciding on Treatment
Here are some questions to ask your healthcare providers about treatment for bladder cancer.
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Bladder Cancer: Treatment Choices
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Deciding on Treatment
Several types of treatment may be used for bladder cancer. Learn about the choices your healthcare provider may suggest.
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Bladder Cancer: Chemotherapy
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Chemotherapy
Chemotherapy (chemo) uses anticancer medicines to kill cancer cells. Learn how this type of treatment is used for bladder cancer.
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Radiation Therapy and Cancer Treatment
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Radiation
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Other Treatment Side Effects
Detailed information on radiation therapy, one type of cancer treatment.
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Bladder Cancer: Surgery
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Surgery
Learn about the different types of surgery you may have for bladder cancer.
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Bladder Cancer: Immunotherapy
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Other Treatments
Immunotherapy is sometimes used to make the body's own immune system fight cancer. Your healthcare provider may suggest this treatment if you have early-stage, superficial bladder cancer.
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General Nutrition Guidelines During Cancer Treatment
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Managing Side Effects
You may have difficulty eating or lose your appetite during cancer treatment. Try eating small, frequent meals throughout the day. To improve your appetite, don't drink beverages with your meals.
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Managing Cancer-Related Fatigue
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Managing Side Effects
,
Other Treatment Side Effects
Fatigue can come and go or stay constant for a while. Fatigue from chemotherapy tends to happen a few days after the treatment, peaks, and then gets better before the next treatment. Fatigue from radiation may not happen right away.
...more
Anemia and Chemotherapy
in
Chemotherapy Side Effects
Chemotherapy can damage your body’s ability to make red blood cells, so body tissues don't get enough oxygen. This is a condition called anemia. People who have anemia may feel very weak or tired, dizzy, faint, or short of breath, or may feel that their hearts are beating very fast.
...more
Infection and Chemotherapy
in
Chemotherapy Side Effects
To reduce your risk for infection, avoid people who are sick with contagious illnesses, including colds, the flu, measles, or chickenpox.
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Bladder Cancer: Overview
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Cancer FAQs
Bladder cancer most often starts in the cells that make the inside lining of the bladder. Learn more about symptoms, diagnosis, and treatments.
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Bone Cancer
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Understanding Bones
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Overview
A typical bone in your body contains 3 types of tissue - a hard outer tissue, a sponge-like inner tissue, and smooth tissue at the ends.
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Primary Bone Cancer: Introduction
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Overview
Primary bone cancer is cancer that begins in your bones. This type of cancer is rare. It occurs more often in children and teens than in adults.
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X-rays of the Extremities
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Understanding Your Diagnosis
X-rays use invisible electromagnetic energy beams to make images of internal tissues, bones, and organs. Standard X-rays are done for many reasons, including diagnosing tumors or bone injuries.
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X-rays of the Spine, Neck, or Back
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Understanding Your Diagnosis
This procedure may be used to diagnose back or neck pain, fractures or broken bones, arthritis, degeneration of the disks, tumors, or other problems.
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Multiple Myeloma: Treatment Questions
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Overview
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Deciding on Treatment
Talking with healthcare providers about your cancer can be overwhelming. Read on for a helpful list of questions that you can bring to your appointments.
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Primary Bone Cancer: Treatment Choices
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Deciding on Treatment
A look at the types of treatment for primary bone cancer, and the goals of treatment.
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General Nutrition Guidelines During Cancer Treatment
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Managing Side Effects
You may have difficulty eating or lose your appetite during cancer treatment. Try eating small, frequent meals throughout the day. To improve your appetite, don't drink beverages with your meals.
...more
Managing Cancer-Related Fatigue
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Managing Side Effects
,
Other Treatment Side Effects
Fatigue can come and go or stay constant for a while. Fatigue from chemotherapy tends to happen a few days after the treatment, peaks, and then gets better before the next treatment. Fatigue from radiation may not happen right away.
...more
Anemia and Chemotherapy
in
Chemotherapy Side Effects
Chemotherapy can damage your body’s ability to make red blood cells, so body tissues don't get enough oxygen. This is a condition called anemia. People who have anemia may feel very weak or tired, dizzy, faint, or short of breath, or may feel that their hearts are beating very fast.
...more
Infection and Chemotherapy
in
Chemotherapy Side Effects
To reduce your risk for infection, avoid people who are sick with contagious illnesses, including colds, the flu, measles, or chickenpox.
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Radiation Therapy and Cancer Treatment
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Other Treatment Side Effects
Detailed information on radiation therapy, one type of cancer treatment.
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Bone Cancer: Overview
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Cancer FAQs
Primary bone cancer is cancer that starts in your bones. It is also sometimes just called bone cancer. Learn more about symptoms, diagnosis, and treatments.
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Brain and Central Nervous Cancer
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Anatomy of the Brain
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Overview
The brain is an important organ that controls thought, memory, emotion, touch, motor skills, vision, respiration, and every process that regulates your body.
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Basics of Brain Tumors
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Overview
A brain tumor starts when cells in the brain change and grow out of control. As they continue to grow, they form a mass of cells that becomes a tumor.
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Brain Tumor: Diagnosis
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Understanding Your Diagnosis
If your healthcare provider thinks you might have a brain tumor, you will need exams, imaging scans, and tests to know for sure.
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Skull X-ray
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Understanding Your Diagnosis
X-rays use invisible electromagnetic energy beams to make images of internal tissues, bones, and organs on film. Standard X-rays are done for many reasons, including diagnosing tumors or bone injuries.
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Brain Tumors: Treatment Introduction
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Deciding on Treatment
Many different types of treatment can be used for brain tumors. Which may work best for you? It depends on a number of factors.
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Brachytherapy
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Deciding on Treatment
Brachytherapy is radiation treatment that is given directly into your body. It is placed as close to the cancer as possible. The radiation is given using tiny devices, such as wires, seeds, or rods filled with radioactive materials. These devices are called implants.
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Brain Tumors: Coping with Thinking and Memory Problems
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Managing Side Effects
Brain tumors may affect how you think, reason, and remember. Many people with brain tumors also have problems with concentration, language skills, and memory.
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General Nutrition Guidelines During Cancer Treatment
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Managing Side Effects
You may have difficulty eating or lose your appetite during cancer treatment. Try eating small, frequent meals throughout the day. To improve your appetite, don't drink beverages with your meals.
...more
Anemia and Chemotherapy
in
Chemotherapy Side Effects
Chemotherapy can damage your body’s ability to make red blood cells, so body tissues don't get enough oxygen. This is a condition called anemia. People who have anemia may feel very weak or tired, dizzy, faint, or short of breath, or may feel that their hearts are beating very fast.
...more
Infection and Chemotherapy
in
Chemotherapy Side Effects
To reduce your risk for infection, avoid people who are sick with contagious illnesses, including colds, the flu, measles, or chickenpox.
...more
Managing Cancer-Related Fatigue
in
Managing Side Effects
,
Other Treatment Side Effects
Fatigue can come and go or stay constant for a while. Fatigue from chemotherapy tends to happen a few days after the treatment, peaks, and then gets better before the next treatment. Fatigue from radiation may not happen right away.
...more
Brain Cancer: Overview
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Cancer FAQs
Brain cancer includes primary and secondary tumors. Learn more about symptoms, diagnosis, and treatments.
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Breast Cancer
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Prevention and Screening
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Anatomy of the Breasts
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Overview
A closer look at the structure of the breast.
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Breast Cancer: Symptoms
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Overview
Breast cancer often causes no symptoms in its early stages. Women with early breast cancer usually don't have pain or notice any breast changes caused by the cancer. This is why routine screening tests are so important.
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Breast Cancer: Genetic Testing
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Genetics and Breast Cancer
If you are believed to be at risk for a hereditary cancer syndrome, genetic testing can be helpful. It can be used to look for the gene changes linked to these syndromes.
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Peutz-Jeghers Syndrome and Cancer
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Genetics and Breast Cancer
People with this syndrome have dark moles around the mouth, nose, and eyes, as well as multiple polyps in the intestines.
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Breast Cancer in Men
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Genetics and Breast Cancer
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Male Breast Cancer
Breast cancer in men is rare—less than 1% of all breast cancer occurs in men.
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Breast Cancer: Introduction
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Overview
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Understanding Your Diagnosis
Breast cancer is one of the most common types of cancer in women in the U.S. Once breast cancer occurs, cancer cells can spread to other parts of the body, making it life-threatening. The good news is that breast cancer is often found early, before it has spread.
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Breast Cancer: Diagnosis
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Understanding Your Diagnosis
It is important to remember that a lump or other changes in the breast, or an abnormal area on a mammogram, may be caused by cancer or by other, less serious problems.
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Breast Cancer: Treatment Questions
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Treatment Introduction
These questions can help you work with your healthcare provider and make good decisions about your cancer care.
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Breast Cancer: Treatment Choices
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Treatment Introduction
The good news is that breast cancer can be treated successfully. Treatments include surgery, radiation therapy, chemotherapy, hormonal therapy, or any combination of these. Here's a closer look at each.
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Breast Cancer: Chemotherapy
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Chemotherapy
Chemotherapy may be able to cure breast cancer. If a cure isn't possible, chemotherapy may help keep the cancer from growing or spreading. Or it may help ease symptoms caused by cancer and improve your quality of life.
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Breast Cancer: Radiation Therapy
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Radiation
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Other Treatment Side Effects
Radiation therapy is a breast cancer treatment choice that often uses X-rays to kill cancer cells. There are several ways to treat breast cancer with radiation therapy.
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Breast Cancer: Surgery
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Surgery
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Other Treatment Side Effects
Surgery to remove as much of the cancer as possible is the main treatment for breast cancer. Today, women have many surgical choices.
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Breast-Conserving Surgery
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Surgery
Breast-conserving surgery (BCS) is sometimes called a lumpectomy or a partial mastectomy. It may be done as part of a treatment plan for breast cancer. With BCS, only the part of the breast that has cancer is removed.
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Breast Cancer: Targeted Therapy
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Other Treatments
Targeted therapy is the use of medicines that target parts of cancer cells that make them unlike normal cells. They do this without affecting most normal, healthy cells.
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About Clinical Trials: Information from the National Cancer Institute
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Clinical Trials
Clinical trials are studies managed by government agencies, educational institutions, private not-for-profit organizations, or commercial businesses. They develop and evaluate the effectiveness of new treatments and therapies for diseases.
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Exercising After Breast Cancer: Moving Toward Health
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Follow-Up
Breast cancer can make you feel as though your body has failed you. But research shows that exercise can help you regain some control over your body and your life.
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Osteoporosis in Women with Cancer
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Follow-Up
If you have osteoporosis, your bones become porous and weak. As they lose strength, they are more likely to break. People with osteoporosis are particularly at risk for breaking these bones.
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General Nutrition Guidelines During Cancer Treatment
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Managing Side Effects
You may have difficulty eating or lose your appetite during cancer treatment. Try eating small, frequent meals throughout the day. To improve your appetite, don't drink beverages with your meals.
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Managing Cancer-Related Fatigue
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Managing Side Effects
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Other Treatment Side Effects
Fatigue can come and go or stay constant for a while. Fatigue from chemotherapy tends to happen a few days after the treatment, peaks, and then gets better before the next treatment. Fatigue from radiation may not happen right away.
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The 'Chemobrain' Phenomenon in Breast Cancer
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Chemotherapy Side Effects
.Some people find that the powerful medicines used for chemotherapy treatment make them not able to think clearly or have a "fuzzy memory." If you've noticed this, it's not all in your head. It's real, something that people with cancer often call "chemobrain" or "chemo fog." Read on to learn more.
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Anemia and Chemotherapy
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Chemotherapy Side Effects
Chemotherapy can damage your body’s ability to make red blood cells, so body tissues don't get enough oxygen. This is a condition called anemia. People who have anemia may feel very weak or tired, dizzy, faint, or short of breath, or may feel that their hearts are beating very fast.
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Breast Cancer: Risk Factors
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Overview
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Prevention and Screening
A look at specific things that may increase your chance of having breast cancer.
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Breast Health: Preventive Care
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Prevention and Screening
To keep track of your breast health, you should get a yearly clinical exam and mammograms as directed by your healthcare provider.
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Breast Cancer: Overview
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Cancer FAQs
Ductal carcinoma is the most common type of breast cancer. It starts in the ducts of the breast. Cancer can start in other parts of the breast, too. Learn more about symptoms, diagnosis, and treatments.
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Carcinoma of Unknown Primary
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Overview
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Understanding Your Diagnosis
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Deciding on Treatment
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Managing Side Effects
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Cancer of Unknown Primary: Introduction
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Overview
Cancer of unknown primary (CUP) is cancer that starts in an unknown area and has already spread by the time it's diagnosed.
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Cancer of Unknown Primary: Risk Factors
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Overview
Because healthcare providers don't know the why, how, or where of cancer of unknown primary origin (CUP), it's hard to identify risk factors for it.
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Cancer of Unknown Primary: Newly Diagnosed
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Understanding Your Diagnosis
Being told you have cancer of unknown primary (CUP) can be scary, and you may have many questions. But you have people on your healthcare team to help.
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Cancer of Unknown Primary: Diagnosis
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Understanding Your Diagnosis
If your healthcare provider thinks you might have cancer of unknown primary (CUP), you will need certain exams and tests to be sure. These tests will be used to try to find the place the cancer started.
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Cancer of Unknown Primary: Treatment Choices
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Deciding on Treatment
You may get just 1 type of treatment or a combination of treatments. Treatment may include chemotherapy, radiation therapy, hormone therapy, or surgery.
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Cancer of Unknown Primary: Chemotherapy
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Deciding on Treatment
Chemotherapy can shrink tumors. It can also help ease symptoms the cancer is causing. It may even make some tumors go away.
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Managing Cancer-Related Fatigue
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Managing Side Effects
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Other Treatment Side Effects
Fatigue can come and go or stay constant for a while. Fatigue from chemotherapy tends to happen a few days after the treatment, peaks, and then gets better before the next treatment. Fatigue from radiation may not happen right away.
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Anemia and Chemotherapy
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Chemotherapy Side Effects
Chemotherapy can damage your body’s ability to make red blood cells, so body tissues don't get enough oxygen. This is a condition called anemia. People who have anemia may feel very weak or tired, dizzy, faint, or short of breath, or may feel that their hearts are beating very fast.
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Infection and Chemotherapy
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Chemotherapy Side Effects
To reduce your risk for infection, avoid people who are sick with contagious illnesses, including colds, the flu, measles, or chickenpox.
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Cancer of Unknown Primary: Radiation Therapy
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Deciding on Treatment
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Other Treatment Side Effects
Radiation may be used to treat the symptoms of cancer of unknown primary (CUP). Sometimes radiation may also be used to cure the cancer if it hasn't spread too far.
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Cancer of Unknown Primary: Surgery
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Deciding on Treatment
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Other Treatment Side Effects
During surgery, your healthcare provider removes a tumor or tumors from your body. Most of the time, they try to take out all the cancer and some of the normal tissue around it.
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Carcinoma of Unknown Primary- Overview
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Cancer FAQs
In carcinoma of unknown primary (CUP), doctors can’t tell where the cancer started. CUP has already spread by the time it’s diagnosed. Learn more about symptoms, diagnosis, and treatments.
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Cervical Cancer
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Overview
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Understanding Your Diagnosis
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Deciding on Treatment
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Managing Side Effects
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Prevention and Screening
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Cancer FAQs
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Anatomy of Female Pelvic Area
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Overview
The female pelvic area contains a number of organs and structures: the endometrium, uterus, ovaries, cervix, vagina, and vulva.
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Cervical Cancer: Introduction
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Overview
Cervical cancer develops from abnormal cells on the surface of the cervix that spread deeper or spread to other tissues or organs.
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Diagnostic Procedures for Cancer: Overview
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Understanding Your Diagnosis
Detailed information on the most common diagnostic procedures for cancer.
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Pap Test
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Understanding Your Diagnosis
For a Pap test, your healthcare provider will collect and examine cells from your cervix. The cervix is the opening to the uterus. They will do this test to screen for cervical cancer and other problems.
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Cervical Cancer: Treatment Choices
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Deciding on Treatment
Cervical cancer can be treated. Treatment can be used to cure the cancer or control it to keep it from spreading. It can also help control symptoms or problems the cancer is causing.
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Chemotherapy
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Deciding on Treatment
Detailed information on the different ways that chemotherapy is used to treat cancer.
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General Nutrition Guidelines During Cancer Treatment
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Managing Side Effects
You may have difficulty eating or lose your appetite during cancer treatment. Try eating small, frequent meals throughout the day. To improve your appetite, don't drink beverages with your meals.
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Managing Cancer-Related Fatigue
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Managing Side Effects
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Other Treatment Side Effects
Fatigue can come and go or stay constant for a while. Fatigue from chemotherapy tends to happen a few days after the treatment, peaks, and then gets better before the next treatment. Fatigue from radiation may not happen right away.
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Anemia and Chemotherapy
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Chemotherapy Side Effects
Chemotherapy can damage your body’s ability to make red blood cells, so body tissues don't get enough oxygen. This is a condition called anemia. People who have anemia may feel very weak or tired, dizzy, faint, or short of breath, or may feel that their hearts are beating very fast.
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Hair Loss and Chemotherapy
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Chemotherapy Side Effects
People often choose to wear wigs, scarves, or hats while or after losing their hair. If this is what you would like to do, pick them out ahead of time and start wearing them before your hair is completely gone.
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Radiation Therapy and Cancer Treatment
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Other Treatment Side Effects
Detailed information on radiation therapy, one type of cancer treatment.
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The Facts on Chlamydia
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Prevention and Screening
Chlamydia is the most frequently reported infectious disease in the U.S. Anyone who has sex is at risk for chlamydia.
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Sexually Transmitted Infections (STIs)
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Prevention and Screening
Women suffer more frequent and severe symptoms from STDs. Some STDs can cause pelvic inflammatory disease, which can lead to both infertility and ectopic pregnancy.
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Cervical Cancer: Overview
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Cancer FAQs
Cervical cancer is cancer that starts in the cervix. Learn more about symptoms, diagnosis, and treatments.
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Colorectal Cancer
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Overview
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Digestive System -- An Overview
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Overview
Detailed information on how the digestive system works, including a full-color, labeled illustration of the digestive system.
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Colorectal Cancer: Introduction
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Overview
Colorectal cancer is cancer that starts in either your colon or your rectum. These make up the lower part of your digestive tract. In most cases, cancer does not start in both the colon and rectum. But both types of cancer have a lot in common. So they are often called colorectal cancer.
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Digestive Diagnostic Procedures
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Understanding Your Diagnosis
Detailed information on the most common tests and procedures used to diagnosis digestive disorders
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Colorectal Cancer: Diagnosis
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Understanding Your Diagnosis
Your doctor might believe you have colorectal cancer based on the results of a routine screening test. Or you might have symptoms that could be caused by colorectal cancer. You will need certain exams and tests to be sure.
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Colorectal Cancer: Treatment Choices
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Deciding on Treatment
There are various treatment choices for colorectal cancer. Which may work best for you? It depends on a number of factors. These include the type, size, location, and stage of your cancer. Factors also include your age, overall health, and what side effects you’ll find acceptable.
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Colorectal Cancer: Treatment Questions
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Deciding on Treatment
Be prepared to talk with your healthcare providers about your colorectal cancer treatment.
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Colorectal Cancer: Radiation Therapy
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Radiation
Radiation therapy, also called radiotherapy, is a way to treat colorectal cancer. The goal of radiation therapy is to kill cancer cells by directing strong X-rays at the site of the tumor.
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Colorectal Cancer: Targeted Therapy
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Other Treatments
Targeted therapy medicines attack specific proteins or cell functions that help cancer cells grow. Like chemotherapy, these medicines work throughout the body, but they work in different ways. This means they can sometimes be helpful even if chemotherapy isn’t working.
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General Nutrition Guidelines During Cancer Treatment
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Managing Side Effects
You may have difficulty eating or lose your appetite during cancer treatment. Try eating small, frequent meals throughout the day. To improve your appetite, don't drink beverages with your meals.
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Managing Cancer-Related Fatigue
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Managing Side Effects
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Other Treatment Side Effects
Fatigue can come and go or stay constant for a while. Fatigue from chemotherapy tends to happen a few days after the treatment, peaks, and then gets better before the next treatment. Fatigue from radiation may not happen right away.
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Anemia and Chemotherapy
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Chemotherapy Side Effects
Chemotherapy can damage your body’s ability to make red blood cells, so body tissues don't get enough oxygen. This is a condition called anemia. People who have anemia may feel very weak or tired, dizzy, faint, or short of breath, or may feel that their hearts are beating very fast.
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Infection and Chemotherapy
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Chemotherapy Side Effects
To reduce your risk for infection, avoid people who are sick with contagious illnesses, including colds, the flu, measles, or chickenpox.
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Colorectal Cancer- Tips for Living with a Colostomy
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Other Treatment Side Effects
Some people with colorectal cancer or other bowel problems may need a colostomy. This is when surgery is done to change the way food wastes leave the body. Living with a colostomy is a major change. But knowing what to expect and how to deal with it can help you adjust.
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Colorectal Cancer: Overview
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Cancer FAQs
Colorectal cancer is cancer that starts in either your colon or your rectum. Learn more about symptoms, diagnosis, and treatments.
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Endometrial Cancer
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Anatomy of the Uterus
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Overview
The uterus is part of the female reproductive system. You may know it as the womb.
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Anatomy of Female Pelvic Area
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Overview
The female pelvic area contains a number of organs and structures: the endometrium, uterus, ovaries, cervix, vagina, and vulva.
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Diagnostic Procedures for Cancer: Overview
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Understanding Your Diagnosis
Detailed information on the most common diagnostic procedures for cancer.
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Endometrial Biopsy
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Understanding Your Diagnosis
An endometrial biopsy is a procedure to take a small tissue sample from the lining of the uterus, called the endometrium. Read on to learn what to expect before, during, and after this procedure.
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Endometrial Cancer: Treatment Choices
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Deciding on Treatment
There are various treatment choices for endometrial cancer. Which may work best for you? It depends on a number of factors. These include the location and stage of the cancer. Factors also include your age, overall health, and what side effects you'll find acceptable. The good news is that endometrial cancer can often be cured.
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Chemotherapy
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Deciding on Treatment
Detailed information on the different ways that chemotherapy is used to treat cancer.
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General Nutrition Guidelines During Cancer Treatment
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Managing Side Effects
You may have difficulty eating or lose your appetite during cancer treatment. Try eating small, frequent meals throughout the day. To improve your appetite, don't drink beverages with your meals.
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Managing Cancer-Related Fatigue
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Managing Side Effects
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Other Treatment Side Effects
Fatigue can come and go or stay constant for a while. Fatigue from chemotherapy tends to happen a few days after the treatment, peaks, and then gets better before the next treatment. Fatigue from radiation may not happen right away.
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Anemia and Chemotherapy
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Chemotherapy Side Effects
Chemotherapy can damage your body’s ability to make red blood cells, so body tissues don't get enough oxygen. This is a condition called anemia. People who have anemia may feel very weak or tired, dizzy, faint, or short of breath, or may feel that their hearts are beating very fast.
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Hair Loss and Chemotherapy
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Chemotherapy Side Effects
People often choose to wear wigs, scarves, or hats while or after losing their hair. If this is what you would like to do, pick them out ahead of time and start wearing them before your hair is completely gone.
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Radiation Therapy and Cancer Treatment
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Deciding on Treatment
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Other Treatment Side Effects
Detailed information on radiation therapy, one type of cancer treatment.
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Uterine Sarcoma: Overview
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Cancer FAQs
Uterine sarcoma is a type of cancer that starts in the muscular wall of the uterus (myometrium). Learn more about symptoms, diagnosis, and treatments.
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Esophageal Cancer
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Overview
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Esophageal Cancer: Introduction
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Overview
Esophageal cancer is cancer that starts in your esophagus. This is the tube that carries food and liquid from your throat to your stomach.
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Esophageal Cancer: Newly Diagnosed
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Overview
Being told you have esophageal cancer can be scary, and you may have many questions. Know that you have people on your healthcare team who can help.
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Esophageal Cancer: Tests After Diagnosis
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Understanding Your Diagnosis
After you're diagnosed with esophageal cancer, you'll likely have other tests. These tests help your healthcare providers learn more about your cancer.
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Chest X-Ray
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Understanding Your Diagnosis
A chest X-ray is an imaging test that uses X-rays to look at the structures and organs in your chest. It can help your healthcare provider see how well your lungs and heart are working. Certain heart problems can cause changes in your lungs. Certain diseases can cause changes in the structure of the heart or lungs.
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Esophageal Cancer: Treatment Choices
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Deciding on Treatment
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Chemotherapy
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Radiation
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Surgery
There are many treatment choices for esophageal cancer. Learn which treatments may be a choice for you.
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Esophageal Cancer: Treatment Questions
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Deciding on Treatment
Talking with healthcare providers about your cancer can be overwhelming. Here are some questions to ask during your appointments.
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Esophageal Cancer: Chemotherapy
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Chemotherapy
Chemotherapy is part of the treatment for many people with esophageal cancer if they're healthy enough to get it.
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Esophageal Cancer: Radiation Therapy
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Radiation
Radiation therapy uses high-energy radiation from X-rays or particles to kill cancer cells. Radiation is often part of the treatment for esophageal cancer. Learn why your healthcare provider may advise this treatment.
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Laser Therapy For Cancer Treatment
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Radiation
Laser therapy can be used to cut a very tiny area to remove very small cancers without damaging surrounding tissue. Lasers also are used to apply heat to tumors to shrink them. They are sometimes used with medicines that are activated by laser light to kill cancer cells.
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Esophageal Cancer: Surgery
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Surgery
Surgery can sometimes be used to treat esophageal cancer. The type you have depends on where the cancer is, how much it's spread, your overall health, and other factors.
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Esophageal Cancer: Targeted Therapy
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Other Treatments
Targeted therapy medicines attack specific proteins or cell functions that help cancer cells grow.
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General Nutrition Guidelines During Cancer Treatment
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Managing Side Effects
You may have difficulty eating or lose your appetite during cancer treatment. Try eating small, frequent meals throughout the day. To improve your appetite, don't drink beverages with your meals.
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Esophageal Cancer: Nutrition During and After Treatment
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Managing Side Effects
Cancer of the esophagus can narrow your esophagus, making it difficult or painful to swallow and take in the nutrition you need. You can get help from an important member of your treatment team: the nutrition specialist.
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Anemia and Chemotherapy
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Chemotherapy Side Effects
Chemotherapy can damage your body’s ability to make red blood cells, so body tissues don't get enough oxygen. This is a condition called anemia. People who have anemia may feel very weak or tired, dizzy, faint, or short of breath, or may feel that their hearts are beating very fast.
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Infection and Chemotherapy
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Chemotherapy Side Effects
To reduce your risk for infection, avoid people who are sick with contagious illnesses, including colds, the flu, measles, or chickenpox.
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Radiation Therapy and Cancer Treatment
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Other Treatment Side Effects
Detailed information on radiation therapy, one type of cancer treatment.
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Managing Cancer-Related Fatigue
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Other Treatment Side Effects
Fatigue can come and go or stay constant for a while. Fatigue from chemotherapy tends to happen a few days after the treatment, peaks, and then gets better before the next treatment. Fatigue from radiation may not happen right away.
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Esophageal Cancer: Overview
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Cancer FAQs
The esophagus is the tube that carries food and liquid from your mouth to your stomach. Esophageal cancer starts in cells that make up the inner lining layer of the esophagus. Learn more about symptoms, diagnosis, and treatments.
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Ewing Sarcoma
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Ewing Sarcoma: Introduction
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Overview
Ewing Sarcoma is a type of cancer that tends to start in the bone. Learn more.
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Ewing Sarcoma: Risk Factors
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Overview
A risk factor is anything that may increase your chance of having a disease. Learn about risk factors for Ewing sarcoma.
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Ewing Sarcoma: Diagnosis
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Understanding Your Diagnosis
If you or your child has symptoms of Ewing sarcoma, you'll need certain exams and tests to be sure. Learn what tests you may have.
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X-rays of the Extremities
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Understanding Your Diagnosis
X-rays use invisible electromagnetic energy beams to make images of internal tissues, bones, and organs. Standard X-rays are done for many reasons, including diagnosing tumors or bone injuries.
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Ewing Sarcoma: Treatment Choices
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Deciding on Treatment
There are various treatment choices for Ewing sarcoma. Learn about the different treatment choices.
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Ewing Sarcoma: Chemotherapy
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Deciding on Treatment
Chemotherapy (chemo) uses anticancer medicines to kill cancer cells. Learn more about how chemo is used to treat Ewing sarcoma.
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General Nutrition Guidelines During Cancer Treatment
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Managing Side Effects
You may have difficulty eating or lose your appetite during cancer treatment. Try eating small, frequent meals throughout the day. To improve your appetite, don't drink beverages with your meals.
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Managing Cancer-Related Fatigue
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Managing Side Effects
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Other Treatment Side Effects
Fatigue can come and go or stay constant for a while. Fatigue from chemotherapy tends to happen a few days after the treatment, peaks, and then gets better before the next treatment. Fatigue from radiation may not happen right away.
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Anemia and Chemotherapy
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Chemotherapy Side Effects
Chemotherapy can damage your body’s ability to make red blood cells, so body tissues don't get enough oxygen. This is a condition called anemia. People who have anemia may feel very weak or tired, dizzy, faint, or short of breath, or may feel that their hearts are beating very fast.
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Infection and Chemotherapy
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Chemotherapy Side Effects
To reduce your risk for infection, avoid people who are sick with contagious illnesses, including colds, the flu, measles, or chickenpox.
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Radiation Therapy and Cancer Treatment
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Deciding on Treatment
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Other Treatment Side Effects
Detailed information on radiation therapy, one type of cancer treatment.
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Ewing Sarcoma: Overview
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Cancer FAQs
Ewing sarcoma is a type of cancer that most often starts in the bone. It can also start in soft tissues. Learn more about symptoms, diagnosis, and treatments.
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Eye Cancer
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Anatomy of the Eye
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Overview
The structures of the eye include the cornea, iris, pupil, macula, retina, and the optic nerve.
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Eye Cancer: Introduction
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Overview
Cancer is when cells in the body change and grow out of control. Learn about the different types of eye cancer.
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Eye Cancer: Treatment Choices
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Treatment
The treatment choices for eye cancer depend on the type of cancer, the size and location of the tumor, the results of lab tests, and the stage (extent) of the disease. Learn more about eye cancer treatment choices.
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Eye Cancer: Overview
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Cancer FAQs
Primary eye cancer is a very rare kind of cancer that starts somewhere in or on the eye or in the skin of cells around the eye. Learn more about symptoms, diagnosis, and treatments.
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Gallbladder Cancer
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Biliary System: Anatomy and Functions
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Overview
Detailed anatomical description of the biliary system, including a full-color labeled illustration.
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Gallbladder Cancer: Risk Factors
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Overview
A risk factor is anything that may increase your chance of having a disease. Learn about risk factors for gallbladder cancer.
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Gallbladder Cancer: Diagnosis
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Understanding Your Diagnosis
If your healthcare provider thinks you might have gallbladder cancer, you will need certain exams and tests to be sure.
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Abdominal Ultrasound
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Understanding Your Diagnosis
An abdominal ultrasound is an imaging test used to assess the organs and structures in the belly. Read on to learn what to expect before, during, and after the test.
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Gallbladder Cancer: Treatment Choices
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Deciding on Treatment
There are many treatment choices for gallbladder cancer. Which may work best for you? It depends on a number of factors. These include the location and stage of the cancer.
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Gallbladder Cancer: Chemotherapy
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Deciding on Treatment
Chemotherapy uses anticancer medicines to kill cancer cells. It can help some people with gallbladder cancer.
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General Nutrition Guidelines During Cancer Treatment
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Managing Side Effects
You may have difficulty eating or lose your appetite during cancer treatment. Try eating small, frequent meals throughout the day. To improve your appetite, don't drink beverages with your meals.
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Managing Cancer-Related Fatigue
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Managing Side Effects
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Other Treatment Side Effects
Fatigue can come and go or stay constant for a while. Fatigue from chemotherapy tends to happen a few days after the treatment, peaks, and then gets better before the next treatment. Fatigue from radiation may not happen right away.
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Anemia and Chemotherapy
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Chemotherapy Side Effects
Chemotherapy can damage your body’s ability to make red blood cells, so body tissues don't get enough oxygen. This is a condition called anemia. People who have anemia may feel very weak or tired, dizzy, faint, or short of breath, or may feel that their hearts are beating very fast.
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Infection and Chemotherapy
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Chemotherapy Side Effects
To reduce your risk for infection, avoid people who are sick with contagious illnesses, including colds, the flu, measles, or chickenpox.
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Radiation Therapy and Cancer Treatment
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Other Treatment Side Effects
Detailed information on radiation therapy, one type of cancer treatment.
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Gallbladder Cancer: Overview
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Cancer FAQs
Gallbladder cancer starts in the cells that form the gallbladder. Learn more about symptoms, diagnosis, and treatments.
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Head and Neck Cancer
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Prevention and Screening
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Head and Neck Cancer: Introduction
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Overview
There are many types of head and neck cancer. Here's an overview of the common types and the part of the body they affect.
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Head and Neck Cancer: Risk Factors
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Overview
Some risk factors, such as family history, may not be in your control. But others may be things you can change. Knowing the risk factors can help you make choices that might lower your risk.
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Head and Neck Cancer: Diagnosis
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Understanding Your Diagnosis
If your healthcare provider thinks you might have head and neck cancer, you will need certain exams and tests to be sure. Here's a look at what you can expect.
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Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) of the Bones, Joints, and Soft Tissues
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Understanding Your Diagnosis
Magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) uses a large magnet, radiofrequencies, and a computer to make detailed pictures of organs and structures within the body. It is used to diagnose health problems.
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Head and Neck Cancer: Treatment Choices
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Deciding on Treatment
An overview of common treatments for head and neck cancer.
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Head and Neck Cancer: Chemotherapy
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Deciding on Treatment
Chemotherapy uses anticancer medicines to kill cancer cells. Learn about when chemotherapy is used to treat head and neck cancer, and what to expect.
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General Nutrition Guidelines During Cancer Treatment
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Managing Side Effects
You may have difficulty eating or lose your appetite during cancer treatment. Try eating small, frequent meals throughout the day. To improve your appetite, don't drink beverages with your meals.
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Managing Cancer-Related Fatigue
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Managing Side Effects
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Other Treatment Side Effects
Fatigue can come and go or stay constant for a while. Fatigue from chemotherapy tends to happen a few days after the treatment, peaks, and then gets better before the next treatment. Fatigue from radiation may not happen right away.
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Anemia and Chemotherapy
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Chemotherapy Side Effects
Chemotherapy can damage your body’s ability to make red blood cells, so body tissues don't get enough oxygen. This is a condition called anemia. People who have anemia may feel very weak or tired, dizzy, faint, or short of breath, or may feel that their hearts are beating very fast.
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Infection and Chemotherapy
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Chemotherapy Side Effects
To reduce your risk for infection, avoid people who are sick with contagious illnesses, including colds, the flu, measles, or chickenpox.
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Radiation Therapy and Cancer Treatment
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Other Treatment Side Effects
Detailed information on radiation therapy, one type of cancer treatment.
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Head and Neck Cancer: Tests after Diagnosis
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Prevention and Screening
After a diagnosis of head and neck cancer, you will likely have other tests. These tests help your healthcare providers learn more about your cancer.
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Cancer and Tobacco
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Prevention and Screening
All tobacco products, from cigarettes to snuff, contain toxins, carcinogens, and nicotine, an addictive substance.
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Head and Neck Cancer: Overview
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Cancer FAQs
Head and neck cancer is the term given to cancers that start in the head and neck region. Learn more about symptoms, diagnosis, and treatments.
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Hodgkin Disease
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Hodgkin Lymphoma: Introduction
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Overview
Hodgkin lymphoma is a type of cancer. It starts in the lymphatic system and can spread to other parts of your body. Learn about the different types of Hodgkin lymphoma.
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Hodgkin Lymphoma: Risk Factors
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Overview
Most risk factors for Hodgkin lymphoma are things that you can't change, such as your age and family history. But it's important to know what the risk factors are, and to talk with your healthcare provider if you have any.
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Hodgkin Lymphoma: Tests After Diagnosis
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Understanding Your Diagnosis
After a diagnosis of Hodgkin lymphoma, you will likely have other tests. These tests help your healthcare providers learn more about your cancer. The test results help your providers decide the best ways to treat the cancer.
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Hodgkin Lymphoma: Diagnosis
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Understanding Your Diagnosis
If your healthcare provider thinks you may have Hodgkin lymphoma, you'll need certain exams and tests to be sure. Here's what you need to know.
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Hodgkin Lymphoma: Treatment Choices
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Deciding on Treatment
There are many treatment choices for Hodgkin lymphoma (HL), also called Hodgkin disease.
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Bone Marrow Transplant
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Deciding on Treatment
Detailed information on bone marrow transplant, including preparation, types of transplant, transplant team, and possible procedure-related complications or side effects.
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General Nutrition Guidelines During Cancer Treatment
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Managing Side Effects
You may have difficulty eating or lose your appetite during cancer treatment. Try eating small, frequent meals throughout the day. To improve your appetite, don't drink beverages with your meals.
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Managing Cancer-Related Fatigue
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Managing Side Effects
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Other Treatment Side Effects
Fatigue can come and go or stay constant for a while. Fatigue from chemotherapy tends to happen a few days after the treatment, peaks, and then gets better before the next treatment. Fatigue from radiation may not happen right away.
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Anemia and Chemotherapy
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Chemotherapy Side Effects
Chemotherapy can damage your body’s ability to make red blood cells, so body tissues don't get enough oxygen. This is a condition called anemia. People who have anemia may feel very weak or tired, dizzy, faint, or short of breath, or may feel that their hearts are beating very fast.
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Infection and Chemotherapy
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Chemotherapy Side Effects
To reduce your risk for infection, avoid people who are sick with contagious illnesses, including colds, the flu, measles, or chickenpox.
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Radiation Therapy and Cancer Treatment
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Deciding on Treatment
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Other Treatment Side Effects
Detailed information on radiation therapy, one type of cancer treatment.
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Hodgkin Lymphoma: Overview
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Cancer FAQs
Hodgkin lymphoma is cancer that starts in the lymphatic system. The lymphatic system is part of the immune system. Learn more about symptoms, diagnosis, and treatments.
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Kaposi's Sarcoma
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Kaposi Sarcoma: Introduction
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Overview
In Kaposi sarcoma (KS), cancer develops from the cells that line lymph or blood vessels. Read on to learn about the different types of KS.
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Kaposi Sarcoma: Risk Factors
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Overview
Anyone can get Kaposi sarcoma. But there are some factors that can increase your risk.
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Chest X-Ray
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Understanding Your Diagnosis
A chest X-ray is an imaging test that uses X-rays to look at the structures and organs in your chest. It can help your healthcare provider see how well your lungs and heart are working. Certain heart problems can cause changes in your lungs. Certain diseases can cause changes in the structure of the heart or lungs.
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CT Scan of the Chest
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Understanding Your Diagnosis
A computed tomography (CT) scan is a type of imaging test. It uses X-rays and a computer to make images or slices of the body. A CT scan can make detailed pictures of any part of the body, including the bones, muscles, fat, organs, and blood vessels. They are more detailed than regular X-rays.
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Kaposi Sarcoma: Treatment Choices
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Deciding on Treatment
Read on to learn about your treatment options for Kaposi sarcoma.
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Kaposi Sarcoma: Chemotherapy
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Deciding on Treatment
Chemotherapy (chemo) uses anticancer medicines to kill cancer cells. Here's how chemo is used to treat Kaposi sarcoma.
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General Nutrition Guidelines During Cancer Treatment
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Managing Side Effects
You may have difficulty eating or lose your appetite during cancer treatment. Try eating small, frequent meals throughout the day. To improve your appetite, don't drink beverages with your meals.
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Managing Cancer-Related Fatigue
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Managing Side Effects
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Other Treatment Side Effects
Fatigue can come and go or stay constant for a while. Fatigue from chemotherapy tends to happen a few days after the treatment, peaks, and then gets better before the next treatment. Fatigue from radiation may not happen right away.
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Anemia and Chemotherapy
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Chemotherapy Side Effects
Chemotherapy can damage your body’s ability to make red blood cells, so body tissues don't get enough oxygen. This is a condition called anemia. People who have anemia may feel very weak or tired, dizzy, faint, or short of breath, or may feel that their hearts are beating very fast.
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Infection and Chemotherapy
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Chemotherapy Side Effects
To reduce your risk for infection, avoid people who are sick with contagious illnesses, including colds, the flu, measles, or chickenpox.
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Radiation Therapy and Cancer Treatment
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Other Treatment Side Effects
Detailed information on radiation therapy, one type of cancer treatment.
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Kaposi Sarcoma: Overview
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Cancer FAQs
In Kaposi sarcoma (KS), cancer starts in the cells that form the lining of lymph or blood vessels. Learn more about symptoms, diagnosis, and treatments.
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Kidney Cancer
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Overview
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Anatomy and Function of the Urinary System
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Overview
Detailed anatomical description of the urinary system, including simple definitions and labeled, full-color illustrations.
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Kidney Cancer: Risk Factors
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Overview
These things may raise your risk for kidney cancer: advancing age, smoking, and contact with certain chemicals.
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Kidney (Renal) Cancer: Introduction
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Overview
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A helpful introduction to kidney cancer.
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Kidney Cancer: Diagnosis
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Understanding Your Diagnosis
A look at the different tests you can expect to have to confirm a diagnosis of kidney cancer.
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Kidney Cancer: Treatment Questions
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Deciding on Treatment
Talking with healthcare providers about cancer can be overwhelming. It helps to be prepared. Here's a list of questions you can bring to your appointments.
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Kidney Cancer: Treatment Choices
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Deciding on Treatment
There are different treatment choices for kidney cancer. Which may work best for you? It depends on a number of factors. These include the type, size, location, and stage of your cancer.
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Kidney Cancer: Chemotherapy
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Chemotherapy
Chemotherapy uses anticancer medicines to kill cancer cells. Here's what you need to know about chemotherapy for kidney cancer.
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Kidney Cancer: Radiation Therapy
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Radiation
Radiation therapy doesn't work as well as other methods for treating kidney cancer. But in some cases, it may be the preferred treatment.
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Kidney Cancer: Surgery
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Surgery
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Other Treatment Side Effects
Surgery is the most common treatment for kidney cancer. The goal is to take out the tumor or tumors.
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Kidney Cancer: Ablation Therapy
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Other Treatments
Ablation therapy is a type of treatment that kills cancer cells. It is a newer treatment for kidney cancer. Here's what you need to know.
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Kidney Cancer: Immunotherapy
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Other Treatments
Immunotherapy is a treatment that use medicines to kill cancer cells or slow their growth. It’s not the same as chemotherapy (chemo).
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General Nutrition Guidelines During Cancer Treatment
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Managing Side Effects
You may have difficulty eating or lose your appetite during cancer treatment. Try eating small, frequent meals throughout the day. To improve your appetite, don't drink beverages with your meals.
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Managing Cancer-Related Fatigue
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Managing Side Effects
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Other Treatment Side Effects
Fatigue can come and go or stay constant for a while. Fatigue from chemotherapy tends to happen a few days after the treatment, peaks, and then gets better before the next treatment. Fatigue from radiation may not happen right away.
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Anemia and Chemotherapy
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Chemotherapy Side Effects
Chemotherapy can damage your body’s ability to make red blood cells, so body tissues don't get enough oxygen. This is a condition called anemia. People who have anemia may feel very weak or tired, dizzy, faint, or short of breath, or may feel that their hearts are beating very fast.
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Infection and Chemotherapy
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Chemotherapy Side Effects
To reduce your risk for infection, avoid people who are sick with contagious illnesses, including colds, the flu, measles, or chickenpox.
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Kidney Cancer: Overview
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Cancer FAQs
A helpful guide to kidney cancer, from symptoms and diagnosis to getting a second opinion and types of treatment.
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Laryngeal Cancer
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Ear, Nose, and Throat Facts
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Overview
Read on for a detailed look at the parts that make up the ear, nose, and throat.
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Otolaryngology
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Overview
Otolaryngology focuses on medical and surgical treatment for people who have disorders of the ear, nose, throat, and related structures.
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Laryngeal Cancer: Diagnosis
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Understanding Your Diagnosis
If your healthcare provider thinks you might have laryngeal cancer, you will need certain exams and tests to be sure.
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Biopsy
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Understanding Your Diagnosis
A detailed look at different types of biopsies, and how and why they are done.
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Laryngeal Cancer: Treatment Choices
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Deciding on Treatment
There are various treatment choices for laryngeal cancer. Which one may work best for you? It depends on a number of factors. These include the size, location, and stage of your cancer.
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Laryngeal Cancer: Chemotherapy
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Deciding on Treatment
Chemotherapy uses anticancer medicines to kill cancer cells. Learn about some of the chemotherapy medicines used to treat laryngeal cancer, how they are given, and possible side effects.
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Learning to Speak Again After Laryngeal Surgery
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Managing Side Effects
Speech therapy usually begins before you leave the hospital. Once the healthcare provider gives approval, the SLP will begin speech lessons with you. To speak, you may need esophageal speech, an artificial larynx, or a transesophageal puncture (TEP). Each is described here.
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General Nutrition Guidelines During Cancer Treatment
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Managing Side Effects
You may have difficulty eating or lose your appetite during cancer treatment. Try eating small, frequent meals throughout the day. To improve your appetite, don't drink beverages with your meals.
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Anemia and Chemotherapy
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Chemotherapy Side Effects
Chemotherapy can damage your body’s ability to make red blood cells, so body tissues don't get enough oxygen. This is a condition called anemia. People who have anemia may feel very weak or tired, dizzy, faint, or short of breath, or may feel that their hearts are beating very fast.
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Infection and Chemotherapy
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Chemotherapy Side Effects
To reduce your risk for infection, avoid people who are sick with contagious illnesses, including colds, the flu, measles, or chickenpox.
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Managing Cancer-Related Fatigue
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Managing Side Effects
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Other Treatment Side Effects
Fatigue can come and go or stay constant for a while. Fatigue from chemotherapy tends to happen a few days after the treatment, peaks, and then gets better before the next treatment. Fatigue from radiation may not happen right away.
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Laryngeal Cancer: Overview
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Cancer FAQs
Laryngeal cancer starts in the voice box (larynx), which is located in your neck. Learn more about symptoms, diagnosis, and treatments.
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Leukemia - General
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Facts About Blood
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Overview
Detailed information on blood, including components of blood, functions of blood cells, and common blood tests.
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Leukemia: Introduction
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Overview
Leukemia is cancer that starts in the bone marrow. When you have leukemia, your body makes too many blood cells, and they aren't normal.
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Bone Marrow Biopsy
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Understanding Your Diagnosis
A bone marrow biopsy involves removing a small sample of the bone marrow inside your bones for testing. Read on to learn what to expect before, during, and after this procedure.
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Lumbar Puncture
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Understanding Your Diagnosis
A lumbar puncture (LP) or spinal tap may be done to diagnose or treat a condition.
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Acute Lymphocytic Leukemia (ALL): Chemotherapy
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Chemotherapy
Chemo is the main treatment for nearly all people with acute lymphocytic leukemia.
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Acute Myeloid Leukemia (AML): Chemotherapy
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Chemotherapy
Chemotherapy is the main treatment for nearly all people with acute myeloid leukemia.
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Bone Marrow Transplant
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Other Treatments
Detailed information on bone marrow transplant, including preparation, types of transplant, transplant team, and possible procedure-related complications or side effects.
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General Nutrition Guidelines During Cancer Treatment
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Managing Side Effects
You may have difficulty eating or lose your appetite during cancer treatment. Try eating small, frequent meals throughout the day. To improve your appetite, don't drink beverages with your meals.
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Managing Cancer-Related Fatigue
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Managing Side Effects
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Other Treatment Side Effects
Fatigue can come and go or stay constant for a while. Fatigue from chemotherapy tends to happen a few days after the treatment, peaks, and then gets better before the next treatment. Fatigue from radiation may not happen right away.
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Anemia and Chemotherapy
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Chemotherapy Side Effects
Chemotherapy can damage your body’s ability to make red blood cells, so body tissues don't get enough oxygen. This is a condition called anemia. People who have anemia may feel very weak or tired, dizzy, faint, or short of breath, or may feel that their hearts are beating very fast.
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Infection and Chemotherapy
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Chemotherapy Side Effects
To reduce your risk for infection, avoid people who are sick with contagious illnesses, including colds, the flu, measles, or chickenpox.
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Radiation Therapy and Cancer Treatment
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Other Treatment Side Effects
Detailed information on radiation therapy, one type of cancer treatment.
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Leukemia - Acute Lymphocytic Leukemia (ALL)
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Overview
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Acute Lymphocytic Leukemia: Symptoms
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Overview
A helpful look at the symptoms of acute lymphocytic leukemia.
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Acute Lymphocytic Leukemia (ALL): Introduction
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Overview
Read on to learn more about acute lymphocytic leukemia (ALL). This type of leukemia starts in very early or premature forms of white blood cells called lymphocytes. These immature cells are called lymphoblasts, or just blasts. As the blasts grow, they can crowd out the normal cells in the bone marrow.
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Acute Lymphocytic Leukemia (ALL): Tests After Diagnosis
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Understanding Your Diagnosis
After a diagnosis of ALL, you will likely need more tests. These tests help your healthcare providers learn more about the cancer and how to treat it.
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Bone Marrow Biopsy
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Understanding Your Diagnosis
A bone marrow biopsy involves removing a small sample of the bone marrow inside your bones for testing. Read on to learn what to expect before, during, and after this procedure.
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Acute Lymphocytic Leukemia (ALL): Treatment Questions
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Deciding on Treatment
Talking with healthcare providers about cancer can be overwhelming. It can be hard to take in all of the information. It helps to be prepared.
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Acute Lymphocytic Leukemia (ALL): Treatment Choices
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Deciding on Treatment
There are many treatment choices for acute lymphocytic leukemia. The best one for you depends on a number of factors.
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Acute Lymphocytic Leukemia (ALL): Chemotherapy
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Chemotherapy
Chemo is the main treatment for nearly all people with acute lymphocytic leukemia.
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Acute Lymphocytic Leukemia (ALL): Radiation Therapy
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Radiation
Radiation therapy uses high-energy X-rays to kill cancer cells or stop them from growing. It is sometimes used along with chemotherapy (chemo) to treat ALL.
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Acute Lymphocytic Leukemia (ALL): Stem Cell Transplant
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Other Treatments
Your healthcare provider may advise a stem cell transplant for acute lymphocytic leukemia. Read on to learn the details of this procedure.
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General Nutrition Guidelines During Cancer Treatment
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Managing Side Effects
You may have difficulty eating or lose your appetite during cancer treatment. Try eating small, frequent meals throughout the day. To improve your appetite, don't drink beverages with your meals.
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Managing Cancer-Related Fatigue
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Managing Side Effects
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Other Treatment Side Effects
Fatigue can come and go or stay constant for a while. Fatigue from chemotherapy tends to happen a few days after the treatment, peaks, and then gets better before the next treatment. Fatigue from radiation may not happen right away.
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Anemia and Chemotherapy
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Chemotherapy Side Effects
Chemotherapy can damage your body’s ability to make red blood cells, so body tissues don't get enough oxygen. This is a condition called anemia. People who have anemia may feel very weak or tired, dizzy, faint, or short of breath, or may feel that their hearts are beating very fast.
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Infection and Chemotherapy
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Chemotherapy Side Effects
To reduce your risk for infection, avoid people who are sick with contagious illnesses, including colds, the flu, measles, or chickenpox.
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Radiation Therapy and Cancer Treatment
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Other Treatment Side Effects
Detailed information on radiation therapy, one type of cancer treatment.
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Leukemia - Acute Myelocytic (AML)
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Overview
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Acute Myeloid Leukemia (AML): Symptoms
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Overview
Detailed information on acute myelogenous leukemia, including symptoms, diagnosis, and treatment.
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Acute Myeloid Leukemia (AML): Introduction
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Overview
Leukemia is cancer that starts in the bone marrow, which is where new blood cells are made. The bone marrow is a thick, sponge-like tissue in the center of most bones. Read on to learn more.
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Acute Myeloid Leukemia (AML): Tests After Diagnosis
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Understanding Your Diagnosis
After a diagnosis of acute myeloid leukemia (AML), you will likely need more tests. These tests help your healthcare providers learn more about the leukemia and how to treat it.
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Bone Marrow Biopsy
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Understanding Your Diagnosis
A bone marrow biopsy involves removing a small sample of the bone marrow inside your bones for testing. Read on to learn what to expect before, during, and after this procedure.
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Acute Myeloid Leukemia (AML): Treatment Questions
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Deciding on Treatment
Talking with healthcare providers about cancer can be overwhelming. It can be hard to take in all of the information. It helps to be prepared. Read on for some questions to ask during your appointments.
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Acute Myeloid Leukemia (AML): Treatment Choices
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Deciding on Treatment
There are many treatment choices for acute myeloid leukemia. The best one for you depends on a number of factors.
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Acute Myeloid Leukemia (AML): Chemotherapy
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Chemotherapy
Chemotherapy is the main treatment for nearly all people with acute myeloid leukemia.
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Bone Marrow Transplant
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Other Treatments
Detailed information on bone marrow transplant, including preparation, types of transplant, transplant team, and possible procedure-related complications or side effects.
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Acute Myeloid Leukemia (AML): Stem Cell Transplant
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Other Treatments
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Other Treatment Side Effects
Stem cells are immature cells that live in your bone marrow. They're the starter cells for all types of blood cells. A stem cell transplant uses stem cells to replace bone marrow that contains cancer.
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General Nutrition Guidelines During Cancer Treatment
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Managing Side Effects
You may have difficulty eating or lose your appetite during cancer treatment. Try eating small, frequent meals throughout the day. To improve your appetite, don't drink beverages with your meals.
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Managing Cancer-Related Fatigue
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Managing Side Effects
Fatigue can come and go or stay constant for a while. Fatigue from chemotherapy tends to happen a few days after the treatment, peaks, and then gets better before the next treatment. Fatigue from radiation may not happen right away.
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Anemia and Chemotherapy
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Chemotherapy Side Effects
Chemotherapy can damage your body’s ability to make red blood cells, so body tissues don't get enough oxygen. This is a condition called anemia. People who have anemia may feel very weak or tired, dizzy, faint, or short of breath, or may feel that their hearts are beating very fast.
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Infection and Chemotherapy
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Chemotherapy Side Effects
To reduce your risk for infection, avoid people who are sick with contagious illnesses, including colds, the flu, measles, or chickenpox.
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Acute Promyelocytic Leukemia (APL): Treatment
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Other Treatments
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Other Treatment Side Effects
Acute promyelocytic leukemia (APL) is a subtype of acute myeloid leukemia (AML). APL is treated with different medicines than other types of AML.
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Leukemia - Chronic Lymphocytic Leukemia (CLL)
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Chronic Lymphocytic Leukemia (CLL): Diagnosis
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Overview
If your doctor thinks you might have chronic lymphocytic leukemia (CLL), you will need certain exams and tests to make sure.
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Chronic Lymphocytic Leukemia (CLL): Newly Diagnosed
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Overview
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Understanding Your Diagnosis
Being told you have chronic lymphocytic leukemia (CLL) can be scary, and you may have many questions. But you have people on your healthcare team to help.
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Bone Marrow Biopsy
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Understanding Your Diagnosis
A bone marrow biopsy involves removing a small sample of the bone marrow inside your bones for testing. Read on to learn what to expect before, during, and after this procedure.
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Lumbar Puncture
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Understanding Your Diagnosis
A lumbar puncture (LP) or spinal tap may be done to diagnose or treat a condition.
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Chronic Lymphocytic Leukemia (CLL): Treatment Choices
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Deciding on Treatment
There are many treatment choices for chronic lymphocytic leukemia (CLL). Which one may work best for you?
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Chronic Lymphocytic Leukemia (CLL): Chemotherapy
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Chemotherapy
Chemo is often the first treatment used for CLL. It's not likely to cure CLL. But it can often help keep it under control. Here's what you need to know.
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Chronic Lymphocytic Leukemia (CLL): Treatment Questions
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Chemotherapy
Here are some helpful treatment questions to ask during your appointments.
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Chronic Lymphocytic Leukemia (CLL): Radiation Therapy
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Radiation
Radiation therapy is a treatment for cancer that uses high-energy X-rays to kill cancer cells or stop them from growing.
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Chronic Lymphocytic Leukemia (CLL): Symptoms
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Radiation
Many people don't have symptoms when they're diagnosed with CLL. But there are some possible symptoms you should know about. Read on to learn more.
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Chronic Lymphocytic Leukemia (CLL)- Spleen Surgery
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Surgery
When you have chronic lymphocytic leukemia (CLL), surgery is sometimes done to remove a swollen spleen. But this is rare. This procedure is called a splenectomy.
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Chronic Lymphocytic Leukemia (CLL): Watchful Waiting
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Other Treatments
Watchful waiting is when treatment isn't started as soon as someone is diagnosed with a disease. Read on to learn why this is used for CLL.
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Bone Marrow Transplant
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Other Treatments
Detailed information on bone marrow transplant, including preparation, types of transplant, transplant team, and possible procedure-related complications or side effects.
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General Nutrition Guidelines During Cancer Treatment
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Managing Side Effects
You may have difficulty eating or lose your appetite during cancer treatment. Try eating small, frequent meals throughout the day. To improve your appetite, don't drink beverages with your meals.
...more
Managing Cancer-Related Fatigue
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Managing Side Effects
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Other Treatment Side Effects
Fatigue can come and go or stay constant for a while. Fatigue from chemotherapy tends to happen a few days after the treatment, peaks, and then gets better before the next treatment. Fatigue from radiation may not happen right away.
...more
Anemia and Chemotherapy
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Chemotherapy Side Effects
Chemotherapy can damage your body’s ability to make red blood cells, so body tissues don't get enough oxygen. This is a condition called anemia. People who have anemia may feel very weak or tired, dizzy, faint, or short of breath, or may feel that their hearts are beating very fast.
...more
Infection and Chemotherapy
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Chemotherapy Side Effects
To reduce your risk for infection, avoid people who are sick with contagious illnesses, including colds, the flu, measles, or chickenpox.
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Chronic Lymphocytic Leukemia (CLL): Stem Cell Transplant
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Other Treatments
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Other Treatment Side Effects
Stem cells are immature cells that are the starter cells for all types of body cells. A stem cell transplant uses stem cells to replace bone marrow that contains cancer.
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Leukemia - Chronic Myelogenous Leukemia (CML)
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Chronic Myeloid Leukemia (CML): Symptoms
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Overview
Detailed information on symptoms of chronic myelogenous leukemia.
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Chronic Myeloid Leukemia (CML): Introduction
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Overview
Chronic myeloid leukemia (CML) is a type of leukemia that starts in white blood cells that normally help the body fight infections.
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Chronic Myeloid Leukemia (CML): Tests After Diagnosis
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Understanding Your Diagnosis
After a diagnosis of CML, you'll likely need other tests. These tests help your healthcare providers learn more about the cancer and how to treat it.
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Bone Marrow Biopsy
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Understanding Your Diagnosis
A bone marrow biopsy involves removing a small sample of the bone marrow inside your bones for testing. Read on to learn what to expect before, during, and after this procedure.
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Chronic Myeloid Leukemia (CML): Treatment Choices
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Deciding on Treatment
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Other Treatments
A look at the many treatment choices for chronic myeloid leukemia (CML).
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Chronic Myeloid Leukemia (CML): Treatment Questions
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Deciding on Treatment
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Other Treatments
Talking with healthcare providers about cancer can be overwhelming. It can be hard to take in all of the information. It helps to be prepared. Make a list of questions that you have and bring them to your appointments.
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Chronic Myeloid Leukemia (CML): Chemotherapy
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Chemotherapy
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Other Treatments
Chemo is not often used to treat CML. But there are times when healthcare providers may suggest using chemo. Here's what you need to know.
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Chronic Myeloid Leukemia (CML): Radiation Therapy
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Other Treatments
Radiation therapy is a treatment for cancer that uses high-energy X-rays to kill cancer cells or stop them from growing. Radiation therapy is also called radiotherapy. Its goal is to kill cancer cell or shrink tumors.
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Chronic Myeloid Leukemia (CML): Surgery
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Other Treatments
In rare cases, CML may be treated with surgery to remove a swollen spleen. This is called a splenectomy. Here's what you need to know.
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General Nutrition Guidelines During Cancer Treatment
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Managing Side Effects
You may have difficulty eating or lose your appetite during cancer treatment. Try eating small, frequent meals throughout the day. To improve your appetite, don't drink beverages with your meals.
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Managing Cancer-Related Fatigue
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Managing Side Effects
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Other Treatment Side Effects
Fatigue can come and go or stay constant for a while. Fatigue from chemotherapy tends to happen a few days after the treatment, peaks, and then gets better before the next treatment. Fatigue from radiation may not happen right away.
...more
Anemia and Chemotherapy
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Chemotherapy Side Effects
Chemotherapy can damage your body’s ability to make red blood cells, so body tissues don't get enough oxygen. This is a condition called anemia. People who have anemia may feel very weak or tired, dizzy, faint, or short of breath, or may feel that their hearts are beating very fast.
...more
Infection and Chemotherapy
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Chemotherapy Side Effects
To reduce your risk for infection, avoid people who are sick with contagious illnesses, including colds, the flu, measles, or chickenpox.
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Radiation Therapy and Cancer Treatment
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Other Treatment Side Effects
Detailed information on radiation therapy, one type of cancer treatment.
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Liver Cancer
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Overview
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Liver Cancer: Introduction
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Overview
Cancer is when cells in the body change and grow out of control. Liver cancer is cancer that starts in your liver.
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Alcohol-Induced Liver Disease
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Overview
Alcohol-induced liver disease is caused by heavy use of alcohol. The liver's job is to break down alcohol. If you drink more than it can process, it can become badly damaged.
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Common Liver Tests
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Understanding Your Diagnosis
Detailed information on the most common liver function tests, including serum bilirubin test, serum albumin test, serum alkaline phosphatase test, serum aminotransferases, prothrombin time test, alanine transaminase test, aspartate transaminase test, gamm
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Abdominal Ultrasound
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Understanding Your Diagnosis
An abdominal ultrasound is an imaging test used to assess the organs and structures in the belly. Read on to learn what to expect before, during, and after the test.
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Liver Cancer: Treatment Choices
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Deciding on Treatment
Several types of treatment can be used for liver cancer. Learn about the different choices.
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Liver Cancer- Systemic Therapies
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Systemic therapies are medicines that travel all through the body to kill cancer cells or slow their growth. They may be given right into your blood (as an IV), as a shot, or as pills you take at home.
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General Nutrition Guidelines During Cancer Treatment
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Managing Side Effects
You may have difficulty eating or lose your appetite during cancer treatment. Try eating small, frequent meals throughout the day. To improve your appetite, don't drink beverages with your meals.
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Managing Cancer-Related Fatigue
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Managing Side Effects
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Other Treatment Side Effects
Fatigue can come and go or stay constant for a while. Fatigue from chemotherapy tends to happen a few days after the treatment, peaks, and then gets better before the next treatment. Fatigue from radiation may not happen right away.
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Anemia and Chemotherapy
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Chemotherapy Side Effects
Chemotherapy can damage your body’s ability to make red blood cells, so body tissues don't get enough oxygen. This is a condition called anemia. People who have anemia may feel very weak or tired, dizzy, faint, or short of breath, or may feel that their hearts are beating very fast.
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Infection and Chemotherapy
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Chemotherapy Side Effects
To reduce your risk for infection, avoid people who are sick with contagious illnesses, including colds, the flu, measles, or chickenpox.
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Radiation Therapy and Cancer Treatment
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Other Treatment Side Effects
Detailed information on radiation therapy, one type of cancer treatment.
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Liver Cancer Overview
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Cancer FAQs
Liver cancer is cancer that starts in your liver. There are different kinds of liver cancer, but the most common type in adults is called hepatocellular carcinoma. Learn more about symptoms, diagnosis, and treatments.
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Lung Cancer
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Anatomy of the Respiratory System
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Overview
A detailed look at the respiratory system and how it works.
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Smoking and Respiratory Diseases
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Overview
Diseases caused by smoking kill more than 480,000 people in the U.S. each year. Here's a look at the risks linked to smoking, as well as information to help you quit.
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Bronchoscopy
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Understanding Your Diagnosis
Bronchoscopy is a procedure to look directly at the airways in the lungs through a thin, lighted tube (bronchoscope).
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Chest Ultrasound
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Understanding Your Diagnosis
A chest ultrasound is an imaging test that uses sound waves to look at the structures and organs in your chest. It can help your healthcare provider see how well your lungs and heart are working.
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Lung Cancer: Treatment Questions
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Deciding on Treatment
Make a list of questions and bring them to your appointments. Write the answers down in a notebook. Make sure you ask how the treatment will change your daily life, including your diet, and how you will look and feel after treatment.
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Lung Cancer: Treatment Choices
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Deciding on Treatment
Lung cancer can be treated in several ways. Which treatment may work best for you? It depends on a number of things. These include the type, size, location, and stage of your cancer.
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Lung Cancer: Chemotherapy
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Chemotherapy
Not everyone with lung cancer needs chemotherapy. But it is part of the standard treatment for most people.
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Lobectomy
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Surgery
A lobectomy is a surgery to remove 1 of the lobes of the lungs. Learn more about the procedure, such as why you might need one, what the risks are, and what to expect.
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Radiofrequency Ablation (RFA) of Lung Tumors
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Other Treatments
This procedure uses a small needle electrode to send an electrical current to heat and kill cancer cells. The heat also closes nearby blood vessels, limiting bleeding. Read on to learn more about what to expect with this procedure.
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Lung Cancer: Targeted Therapy
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Other Treatments
Targeted therapy uses medicines that target specific parts of cancer cells or nearby cells that would normally help the cancer grow and spread. Targeted medicines can sometimes be more helpful than standard chemotherapy (chemo) medicines.
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General Nutrition Guidelines During Cancer Treatment
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Managing Side Effects
You may have difficulty eating or lose your appetite during cancer treatment. Try eating small, frequent meals throughout the day. To improve your appetite, don't drink beverages with your meals.
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Managing Cancer-Related Fatigue
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Managing Side Effects
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Other Treatment Side Effects
Fatigue can come and go or stay constant for a while. Fatigue from chemotherapy tends to happen a few days after the treatment, peaks, and then gets better before the next treatment. Fatigue from radiation may not happen right away.
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Anemia and Chemotherapy
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Chemotherapy Side Effects
Chemotherapy can damage your body’s ability to make red blood cells, so body tissues don't get enough oxygen. This is a condition called anemia. People who have anemia may feel very weak or tired, dizzy, faint, or short of breath, or may feel that their hearts are beating very fast.
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Infection and Chemotherapy
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Chemotherapy Side Effects
To reduce your risk for infection, avoid people who are sick with contagious illnesses, including colds, the flu, measles, or chickenpox.
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Radiation Therapy and Cancer Treatment
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Other Treatment Side Effects
Detailed information on radiation therapy, one type of cancer treatment.
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Lung Cancer: Overview
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Cancer FAQs
Lung cancer is cancer that starts in the cells that make up the lungs. Learn more about symptoms, diagnosis, and treatments.
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Malignant Mesothelioma
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Malignant Mesothelioma: Introduction
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Overview
Mesothelioma is a rare kind of cancer. It starts in the mesothelium. This is a thin lining that surrounds organs in certain parts of the body.
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Malignant Mesothelioma: Risk Factors
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Overview
Anyone can get mesothelioma. But there are some factors that can increase your risk for this type of cancer.
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Malignant Mesothelioma: Tests After Diagnosis
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Understanding Your Diagnosis
After a diagnosis of mesothelioma, you'll likely have other tests. These tests help your healthcare team learn more about your cancer.
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Malignant Mesothelioma: Diagnosis
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Understanding Your Diagnosis
If your healthcare provider thinks you might have malignant mesothelioma, certain exams and tests will be needed to know for sure.
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Malignant Mesothelioma: Treatment Choices
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Deciding on Treatment
There are many treatment choices for malignant mesothelioma. Learn about the different options.
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Malignant Mesothelioma: Chemotherapy
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Deciding on Treatment
Chemotherapy (chemo) uses strong medicines to kill cancer cells. Chemo is part of the treatment for many people with mesothelioma.
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General Nutrition Guidelines During Cancer Treatment
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Managing Side Effects
You may have difficulty eating or lose your appetite during cancer treatment. Try eating small, frequent meals throughout the day. To improve your appetite, don't drink beverages with your meals.
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Managing Cancer-Related Fatigue
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Managing Side Effects
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Other Treatment Side Effects
Fatigue can come and go or stay constant for a while. Fatigue from chemotherapy tends to happen a few days after the treatment, peaks, and then gets better before the next treatment. Fatigue from radiation may not happen right away.
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Malignant Mesothelioma: Treatment Questions
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Chemotherapy Side Effects
Here's a list of questions to ask your healthcare provider when deciding on treatment for malignant mesothelioma.
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Anemia and Chemotherapy
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Chemotherapy Side Effects
Chemotherapy can damage your body’s ability to make red blood cells, so body tissues don't get enough oxygen. This is a condition called anemia. People who have anemia may feel very weak or tired, dizzy, faint, or short of breath, or may feel that their hearts are beating very fast.
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Radiation Therapy and Cancer Treatment
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Other Treatment Side Effects
Detailed information on radiation therapy, one type of cancer treatment.
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Malignant Mesothelioma Overview
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Cancer FAQs
The mesothelium is a tissue that covers and protects the outer surface of some organs. Malignant mesothelioma is a rare kind of cancer that starts in the mesothelium. Learn more about symptoms, diagnosis, and treatments.
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Multiple Myeloma
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Understanding Bones
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Overview
A typical bone in your body contains 3 types of tissue - a hard outer tissue, a sponge-like inner tissue, and smooth tissue at the ends.
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Multiple Myeloma: Introduction
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Overview
Multiple myeloma is cancer that starts in your bone marrow. Learn more about this type of cancer.
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Multiple Myeloma: Diagnosis
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Understanding Your Diagnosis
If your healthcare provider thinks you might have multiple myeloma, you will need certain exams and tests to be sure. Learn about these tests.
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Bone Biopsy
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Understanding Your Diagnosis
A bone biopsy is a procedure done to remove tissue or cells from the body to be looked at under a microscope.
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Multiple Myeloma: Treatment Choices
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Deciding on Treatment
There are various types of treatment for multiple myeloma. Learn more about the choices.
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Multiple Myeloma- Chemotherapy and Other Medicines
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Deciding on Treatment
Learn how chemotherapy is used to treat multiple myeloma.
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General Nutrition Guidelines During Cancer Treatment
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Managing Side Effects
You may have difficulty eating or lose your appetite during cancer treatment. Try eating small, frequent meals throughout the day. To improve your appetite, don't drink beverages with your meals.
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Managing Cancer-Related Fatigue
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Managing Side Effects
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Other Treatment Side Effects
Fatigue can come and go or stay constant for a while. Fatigue from chemotherapy tends to happen a few days after the treatment, peaks, and then gets better before the next treatment. Fatigue from radiation may not happen right away.
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Anemia and Chemotherapy
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Chemotherapy Side Effects
Chemotherapy can damage your body’s ability to make red blood cells, so body tissues don't get enough oxygen. This is a condition called anemia. People who have anemia may feel very weak or tired, dizzy, faint, or short of breath, or may feel that their hearts are beating very fast.
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Hair Loss and Chemotherapy
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Chemotherapy Side Effects
People often choose to wear wigs, scarves, or hats while or after losing their hair. If this is what you would like to do, pick them out ahead of time and start wearing them before your hair is completely gone.
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Radiation Therapy and Cancer Treatment
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Other Treatment Side Effects
Detailed information on radiation therapy, one type of cancer treatment.
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Multiple Myeloma Overview
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Cancer FAQs
Multiple myeloma is cancer that starts in plasma cells in your bone marrow. Learn more about symptoms, diagnosis, and treatments.
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Non-Hodgkin Lymphoma
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Non-Hodgkin Lymphoma: Introduction
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Overview
Lymphoma is a kind of cancer that starts in the lymphatic system. In non-Hodgkin lymphoma, cells in the lymphatic system grow out of control. Learn more about many of the types and subtypes of non-Hodgkin lymphoma.
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Non-Hodgkin Lymphoma: Risk Factors
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Overview
Some risk factors for non-Hodgkin lymphoma may not be in your control. Others might be things you can change. Knowing the risk factors can help you make choices that might lower your risk.
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Non-Hodgkin Lymphoma: Diagnosis
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Understanding Your Diagnosis
If your healthcare provider thinks you may have non-Hodgkin lymphoma, you will need to have certain tests and exams to make a diagnosis. Here's a look at what you can expect.
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Biopsy
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A detailed look at different types of biopsies, and how and why they are done.
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Non-Hodgkin Lymphoma: Treatment Choices
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Deciding on Treatment
Learn about the different treatment options available for non-Hodgkin lymphoma.
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Non-Hodgkin Lymphoma: Treatment Questions
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Deciding on Treatment
Talking with healthcare providers about your cancer treatment can be overwhelming. Read on for some tips on how to get ready for your appointments, and what questions you should ask.
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Non-Hodgkin Lymphoma: Chemotherapy
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Chemotherapy
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Chemotherapy Side Effects
Chemotherapy is a treatment that uses medicines to destroy cancer cells. It's an important part of treatment for most people with non-Hodgkin lymphoma. Here's what you need to know.
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Non-Hodgkin Lymphoma: External Radiation Therapy
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Radiation
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Other Treatment Side Effects
Your doctor may advise external radiation therapy for non-Hodgkin lymphoma. Learn how this treatment is done, how to prepare for it, and what the possible side effects may be.
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Non-Hodgkin Lymphoma: Radioimmunotherapy (RIT)
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Radiation
Radioimmunotherapy (RIT) is a type of targeted radiation therapy. The radiation is given as a medicine injected into your blood. Learn more about this therapy and what you should expect.
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Non-Hodgkin Lymphoma: Stem Cell Transplant
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Other Treatments
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Other Treatment Side Effects
Some types of non-Hodgkin lymphoma may be treated with a stem cell transplant. Learn more about this complex treatment and how it is done.
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Bone Marrow Transplant
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Other Treatments
Detailed information on bone marrow transplant, including preparation, types of transplant, transplant team, and possible procedure-related complications or side effects.
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General Nutrition Guidelines During Cancer Treatment
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Managing Side Effects
You may have difficulty eating or lose your appetite during cancer treatment. Try eating small, frequent meals throughout the day. To improve your appetite, don't drink beverages with your meals.
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Managing Cancer-Related Fatigue
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Managing Side Effects
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Other Treatment Side Effects
Fatigue can come and go or stay constant for a while. Fatigue from chemotherapy tends to happen a few days after the treatment, peaks, and then gets better before the next treatment. Fatigue from radiation may not happen right away.
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Anemia and Chemotherapy
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Chemotherapy Side Effects
Chemotherapy can damage your body’s ability to make red blood cells, so body tissues don't get enough oxygen. This is a condition called anemia. People who have anemia may feel very weak or tired, dizzy, faint, or short of breath, or may feel that their hearts are beating very fast.
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Hair Loss and Chemotherapy
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Chemotherapy Side Effects
People often choose to wear wigs, scarves, or hats while or after losing their hair. If this is what you would like to do, pick them out ahead of time and start wearing them before your hair is completely gone.
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Radiation Therapy and Cancer Treatment
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Other Treatment Side Effects
Detailed information on radiation therapy, one type of cancer treatment.
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Non-Hodgkin Lymphoma: Overview
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Cancer FAQs
Non-Hodgkin lymphoma (NHL) is cancer that starts in the lymphatic system. Learn more about symptoms, diagnosis, and treatments.
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Oral Cancer
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Oral Cancer: Introduction
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Oral cancer is cancer that starts in the mouth or throat. Oral cancer is fairly common and very curable if found and treated at an early stage. A healthcare provider or dentist often finds oral cancer in its early stages because the mouth can be easily examined.
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Cancer and Tobacco
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Overview
All tobacco products, from cigarettes to snuff, contain toxins, carcinogens, and nicotine, an addictive substance.
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Oral Cancer: Tests After Diagnosis
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Tests after a diagnosis of oral cancer can help your healthcare provider learn more about your cancer to help decide the best treatment.
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Oral Cancer- Stages
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The stage of a cancer is how much and how far the cancer has spread in your body. The stage of a cancer is one of the most important things to know when deciding how to treat the cancer.
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Oral Cancer: Treatment Choices
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Deciding on Treatment
Oral cancer is often curable, especially if it is found early. Treatment can also help control oral cancer, meaning it may help control symptoms or reduce its spread. Once you know the type and stage of oral cancer you have, you and your healthcare provider will decide on a treatment plan. Read on to learn more.
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Oral Cancer: Treatment Questions
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Deciding on Treatment
These questions can help you communicate with your healthcare provider and know what to expect for your treatment.
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Oral Cancer: Chemotherapy
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Chemotherapy
Chemotherapy uses anticancer medicines to kill cancer cells. The medicines are made to attack and kill cancer cells that grow quickly. Some normal cells also grow quickly. Because of this, chemotherapy can also harm those cells. This can cause side effects.
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Oral Cancer: Radiation Therapy
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Radiation
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Other Treatment Side Effects
Radiation therapy is a treatment for cancer that uses high-energy X-rays. A machine directs the rays of energy to the area of cancer. Read on to learn what to expect before, during, and after this treatment.
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Oral Cancer: Surgery
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Surgery
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Other Treatment Side Effects
Learn about the surgical choices for treatment of oral cancer.
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Complementary and Alternative Medicine
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Other Treatments
Complementary medicine is used along with other therapies. It often serves to relieve symptoms and improve quality of life. Alternative medicine is used alone, without standard treatment.
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General Nutrition Guidelines During Cancer Treatment
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Managing Side Effects
You may have difficulty eating or lose your appetite during cancer treatment. Try eating small, frequent meals throughout the day. To improve your appetite, don't drink beverages with your meals.
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Managing Cancer-Related Fatigue
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Other Treatment Side Effects
Fatigue can come and go or stay constant for a while. Fatigue from chemotherapy tends to happen a few days after the treatment, peaks, and then gets better before the next treatment. Fatigue from radiation may not happen right away.
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Anemia and Chemotherapy
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Chemotherapy Side Effects
Chemotherapy can damage your body’s ability to make red blood cells, so body tissues don't get enough oxygen. This is a condition called anemia. People who have anemia may feel very weak or tired, dizzy, faint, or short of breath, or may feel that their hearts are beating very fast.
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Infection and Chemotherapy
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Chemotherapy Side Effects
To reduce your risk for infection, avoid people who are sick with contagious illnesses, including colds, the flu, measles, or chickenpox.
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Radiation Therapy and Cancer Treatment
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Other Treatment Side Effects
Detailed information on radiation therapy, one type of cancer treatment.
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Oral Cancer: Risk Factors
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Some risk factors for oral cancer, such as family history, may not be in your control. But others may be things you can change. Knowing the risk factors can help you make choices that might lower your risk.
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Oral Cancer: Overview
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Oral cancer is cancer that starts in the mouth or throat. Oral cancer is fairly common and very curable if found and treated at an early stage. Learn more about symptoms, diagnosis, and treatments.
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Ovarian Cancer
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Anatomy of Female Pelvic Area
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The female pelvic area contains a number of organs and structures: the endometrium, uterus, ovaries, cervix, vagina, and vulva.
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Ovarian Cancer: Introduction
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Learn the basics of ovarian cancer.
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Basal Cell Nevus Syndrome (Gorlin Syndrome)
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Genetics of Ovarian Cancer
The risk for ovarian cancer and skin cancer is increased with basal cell nevus syndrome, a rare genetic disorder.
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Peutz-Jeghers Syndrome and Cancer
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People with this syndrome have dark moles around the mouth, nose, and eyes, as well as multiple polyps in the intestines.
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Ovarian Cancer: Diagnosis
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Understanding Your Diagnosis
If your healthcare provider thinks you might have ovarian cancer, you will need certain exams and tests to be sure. Learn about these tests.
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Pelvic Ultrasound
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Understanding Your Diagnosis
A pelvic ultrasound is a scan that looks at the organs and structures in your pelvic area. Read on to learn details about what to expect before, during, and after this scan.
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Ovarian Cancer: Treatment Choices
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Deciding on Treatment
Learn about the different types of treatment for ovarian cancer.
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Chemotherapy
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Deciding on Treatment
Detailed information on the different ways that chemotherapy is used to treat cancer.
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General Nutrition Guidelines During Cancer Treatment
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Managing Side Effects
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Ovarian Cancer: Treatment Questions
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Talking with healthcare providers about cancer can be overwhelming. It can be hard to take in all of the information. Here are some questions to ask your healthcare provider.
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Anemia and Chemotherapy
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Chemotherapy Side Effects
Chemotherapy can damage your body’s ability to make red blood cells, so body tissues don't get enough oxygen. This is a condition called anemia. People who have anemia may feel very weak or tired, dizzy, faint, or short of breath, or may feel that their hearts are beating very fast.
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Hair Loss and Chemotherapy
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Chemotherapy Side Effects
People often choose to wear wigs, scarves, or hats while or after losing their hair. If this is what you would like to do, pick them out ahead of time and start wearing them before your hair is completely gone.
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Managing Cancer-Related Fatigue
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Managing Side Effects
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Other Treatment Side Effects
Fatigue can come and go or stay constant for a while. Fatigue from chemotherapy tends to happen a few days after the treatment, peaks, and then gets better before the next treatment. Fatigue from radiation may not happen right away.
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Radiation Therapy and Cancer Treatment
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Other Treatment Side Effects
Detailed information on radiation therapy, one type of cancer treatment.
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Ovarian Cancer: Risk Factors
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A risk factor is anything that may increase your chance of having a disease. Learn about the risk factors for ovarian cancer.
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Ovarian Cancer: Overview
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Ovarian cancer is cancer that starts in the cells in your ovaries or at the end of the fallopian tubes next to an ovary. Learn more about symptoms, diagnosis, and treatments.
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Pancreatic Cancer
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The Pancreas
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Detailed anatomical description of human pancreas, including simple definitions and labeled, full-color illustrations.
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Pancreatic Cancer: Introduction
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Learn the basics of pancreatic cancer, including the types of cancer in the pancreas.
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Pancreatic Cancer: Diagnosis
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Understanding Your Diagnosis
If your healthcare provider thinks you might have pancreatic cancer, you'll need certain exams and tests to be sure. Learn what tests are used to diagnose pancreatic cancer.
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Pancreatic Cancer: Tests After Diagnosis
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Understanding Your Diagnosis
After a diagnosis of pancreatic cancer, you will likely have other tests. These tests help your healthcare team learn more about your cancer. Learn which tests you may have.
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Pancreatic Cancer: Treatment Choices
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Deciding on Treatment
Various types of treatment can be used for pancreatic cancer. Which may work best for you? It depends on a number of factors. Learn more.
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Pancreatic Cancer: Treatment Questions
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Deciding on Treatment
Learn what questions to ask when deciding on a treatment for pancreatic cancer.
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Pancreatic Cancer: Chemotherapy
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Chemotherapy
Chemotherapy (chemo) uses medicines that kill cancer cells. Learn what happens during chemo for pancreatic cancer.
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Pancreatic Cancer: Radiation Therapy
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Radiation
Radiation therapy uses high-energy radiation from X-rays or particles to kill cancer cells. Learn how the treatment is used for pancreatic cancer.
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Complementary and Alternative Medicine
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Other Treatments
Complementary medicine is used along with other therapies. It often serves to relieve symptoms and improve quality of life. Alternative medicine is used alone, without standard treatment.
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Pancreatic Cancer: Surgery
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Other Treatments
Surgery can sometimes be used to treat pancreatic cancer. Learn about the different types of operations.
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General Nutrition Guidelines During Cancer Treatment
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Managing Side Effects
You may have difficulty eating or lose your appetite during cancer treatment. Try eating small, frequent meals throughout the day. To improve your appetite, don't drink beverages with your meals.
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Managing Cancer-Related Fatigue
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Managing Side Effects
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Other Treatment Side Effects
Fatigue can come and go or stay constant for a while. Fatigue from chemotherapy tends to happen a few days after the treatment, peaks, and then gets better before the next treatment. Fatigue from radiation may not happen right away.
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Anemia and Chemotherapy
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Chemotherapy Side Effects
Chemotherapy can damage your body’s ability to make red blood cells, so body tissues don't get enough oxygen. This is a condition called anemia. People who have anemia may feel very weak or tired, dizzy, faint, or short of breath, or may feel that their hearts are beating very fast.
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Infection and Chemotherapy
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Chemotherapy Side Effects
To reduce your risk for infection, avoid people who are sick with contagious illnesses, including colds, the flu, measles, or chickenpox.
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Radiation Therapy and Cancer Treatment
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Other Treatment Side Effects
Detailed information on radiation therapy, one type of cancer treatment.
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Pancreatic Cancer: Overview
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Cancer FAQs
Pancreatic cancer is cancer that starts in your pancreas. The pancreas is a pear-shaped organ that lies behind the stomach and in front of your spine. Learn more about symptoms, diagnosis, and treatments.
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Penile Cancer
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What Is Penile Cancer
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Overview
Cancer that starts in cells in the penis is called penile cancer. Penile cancer is rare in the U.S.
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Penile Cancer: Risk Factors
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Overview
Smoking is a risk factor for penile cancer. You can lower your risk by quitting smoking.
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Penile Cancer: Symptoms
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Overview
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Understanding Your Diagnosis
Many men with penile cancer have early symptoms. But you may have no symptoms until the cancer is in its later stages.
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Penile Cancer: Tests After Diagnosis
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Understanding Your Diagnosis
After a diagnosis of penile cancer, you will likely have other tests. These tests help your healthcare providers learn more about your cancer. The test results can help your healthcare provider decide the best ways to treat your cancer.
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Penile Cancer: Treatment Choices
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Deciding on Treatment
There are various treatment choices for penile cancer. Which may work best for you? It depends on a number of factors. These include the type of penile cancer you have, your test results, the size of the tumor, its location, and whether it has spread beyond the penis.
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Penile Cancer: Chemotherapy
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Deciding on Treatment
Chemotherapy for penile cancer may be given as a cream or through an IV (intravenous) line. Read on to learn more.
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General Nutrition Guidelines During Cancer Treatment
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Managing Side Effects
You may have difficulty eating or lose your appetite during cancer treatment. Try eating small, frequent meals throughout the day. To improve your appetite, don't drink beverages with your meals.
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Managing Cancer-Related Fatigue
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Managing Side Effects
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Other Treatment Side Effects
Fatigue can come and go or stay constant for a while. Fatigue from chemotherapy tends to happen a few days after the treatment, peaks, and then gets better before the next treatment. Fatigue from radiation may not happen right away.
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Anemia and Chemotherapy
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Chemotherapy Side Effects
Chemotherapy can damage your body’s ability to make red blood cells, so body tissues don't get enough oxygen. This is a condition called anemia. People who have anemia may feel very weak or tired, dizzy, faint, or short of breath, or may feel that their hearts are beating very fast.
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Infection and Chemotherapy
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Chemotherapy Side Effects
To reduce your risk for infection, avoid people who are sick with contagious illnesses, including colds, the flu, measles, or chickenpox.
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Radiation Therapy and Cancer Treatment
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Other Treatment Side Effects
Detailed information on radiation therapy, one type of cancer treatment.
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Penile Cancer: Overview
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Cancer that starts in cells in the penis is called penile cancer. Learn more about symptoms, diagnosis, and treatments.
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Pituitary Cancer
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Detailed information on the anatomy and function of the pituitary gland.
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Pituitary Tumor: Introduction
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A pituitary tumor is a tumor that grows in the pituitary gland. Most of these tumors are not cancer. But they can greatly affect your health.
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Pituitary Tumor: Diagnosis
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Understanding Your Diagnosis
If your healthcare provider thinks you might have a pituitary tumor, certain exams and tests will be needed to know for sure. Here's what to expect.
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Computed Tomography (CT) Scan of the Brain
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Understanding Your Diagnosis
A computed tomography (CT) scan is an imaging test that uses X-rays and a computer to make detailed images of the body. A CT scan shows details of the bones, muscles, fat, and organs.
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Pituitary Tumor: Medicine
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Deciding on Treatment
Medicine can play an important role in treating some types of small pituitary tumors. Read on to learn more about these tumors, and the medicines that are often used.
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Pituitary Tumor- Radiation Therapy
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Deciding on Treatment
A look at the different ways that radiation therapy is used to treat pituitary tumors, along with the types of radiation and side effects.
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General Nutrition Guidelines During Cancer Treatment
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Managing Side Effects
You may have difficulty eating or lose your appetite during cancer treatment. Try eating small, frequent meals throughout the day. To improve your appetite, don't drink beverages with your meals.
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Managing Cancer-Related Fatigue
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Managing Side Effects
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Other Treatment Side Effects
Fatigue can come and go or stay constant for a while. Fatigue from chemotherapy tends to happen a few days after the treatment, peaks, and then gets better before the next treatment. Fatigue from radiation may not happen right away.
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Anemia and Chemotherapy
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Chemotherapy Side Effects
Chemotherapy can damage your body’s ability to make red blood cells, so body tissues don't get enough oxygen. This is a condition called anemia. People who have anemia may feel very weak or tired, dizzy, faint, or short of breath, or may feel that their hearts are beating very fast.
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Infection and Chemotherapy
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Chemotherapy Side Effects
To reduce your risk for infection, avoid people who are sick with contagious illnesses, including colds, the flu, measles, or chickenpox.
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Radiation Therapy and Cancer Treatment
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Other Treatment Side Effects
Detailed information on radiation therapy, one type of cancer treatment.
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Pituitary Tumors
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Overview
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Cancer FAQs
Most pituitary tumors are not cancer (benign). But they can cause the pituitary to make too few or too many hormones, causing problems in the body. Here's what you should know.
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Prostate Cancer
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Anatomy of the Prostate Gland
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Overview
Details about the size, location, and function of the prostate gland, including a diagram.
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Prostate Cancer: Diagnosis
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Overview
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Understanding Your Diagnosis
If your healthcare provider thinks you might have prostate cancer, you will need certain exams and tests to be sure. A core needle biopsy is the most common way to look for prostate cancer.
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Prostate Cancer: Tests After Diagnosis
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Understanding Your Diagnosis
After a diagnosis of prostate cancer, you will likely have other tests. These tests help your healthcare providers learn more about your cancer and decide how best to treat it. Here's what you need to know.
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Prostate Cancer: Early Detection
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Understanding Your Diagnosis
Screening means checking for a health problem before a person has symptoms. This can sometimes find diseases like certain cancers early, which can lead to early treatment. But it is not clear exactly how helpful screening is for prostate cancer.
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Prostate Cancer: Introduction
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Treatment Introduction
Prostate cancer is the most common cancer in men in the U.S. (not counting skin cancer). It's mostly found in older men. And in most cases, it's found before it has spread to other parts of the body.
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Prostate Cancer- Treatment Choices for Early-Stage Cancer
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Treatment Introduction
The treatment choices for prostate cancer depend on several things. These include your age and overall health, the size and location of the cancer, lab test results, and the stage of the cancer.
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Prostate Cancer- External-Beam Radiation Therapy (EBRT)
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Radiation
There are two types of radiation therapy used to treat prostate cancer. Here's what you need to know about external-beam radiation therapy.
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Radical Prostatectomy
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Surgery
Radical prostatectomy is surgery to remove the prostate gland. During the procedure, the seminal vesicles, nearby tissues, and often some pelvic lymph nodes are also removed.
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Transurethral Resection of the Prostate (TURP)
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Surgery
A transurethral resection of the prostate (TURP) is surgery to remove parts of the prostate gland through the penis. No cuts (incisions) are needed.
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Cryotherapy for Prostate Cancer
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Other Treatments
Cryotherapy involves freezing cancer cells and cutting off their blood supply. Read on to learn more about this treatment.
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Angiogenesis Inhibitors
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Other Treatments
Sometimes called antiangiogenic therapy, this treatment may prevent the growth of cancer by blocking the formation of new blood vessels.
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Prostate Cancer: Erectile Dysfunction (ED) after Treatment
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About Side Effects
Erectile dysfunction is the inability for the penis to get or stay erect for sex. It's often a side effect of the treatments for prostate cancer. Read on to learn more.
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Osteoporosis in Men with Cancer
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About Side Effects
Osteoporosis is a disease in which bones become porous and weak. As they lose strength, they are more likely to break. Bones in the spine, hip, wrist, pelvis, and upper arm are particularly at risk of fracture in people with osteoporosis.
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Anemia and Chemotherapy
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Chemotherapy Side Effects
Chemotherapy can damage your body’s ability to make red blood cells, so body tissues don't get enough oxygen. This is a condition called anemia. People who have anemia may feel very weak or tired, dizzy, faint, or short of breath, or may feel that their hearts are beating very fast.
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Infection and Chemotherapy
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Chemotherapy Side Effects
To reduce your risk for infection, avoid people who are sick with contagious illnesses, including colds, the flu, measles, or chickenpox.
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Managing Cancer-Related Fatigue
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About Side Effects
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Other Treatment Side Effects
Fatigue can come and go or stay constant for a while. Fatigue from chemotherapy tends to happen a few days after the treatment, peaks, and then gets better before the next treatment. Fatigue from radiation may not happen right away.
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Radiation Therapy and Cancer Treatment
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Other Treatment Side Effects
Detailed information on radiation therapy, one type of cancer treatment.
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Prostate Cancer: Risk Factors
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Overview
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Prevention and Screening
A risk factor is anything that may increase your chance of having a disease. Here's what you need to know about the risk factors for prostate cancer.
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Prostate Cancer: Overview
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Cancer FAQs
Prostate cancer starts in the cells that make up the prostate. The prostate is a male gland about the size and shape of a walnut.
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Skin Cancer - Melanoma
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Anatomy of the Skin
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Overview
The skin is the body's largest organ. It serves as a protective shield against heat, light, injury, and infection.
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Melanoma: Introduction
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Overview
Details about melanoma, a serious type of skin cancer.
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Melanoma: Tests After Diagnosis
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Understanding Your Diagnosis
Once you're diagnosed with melanoma, you will need more tests. They can help show if the cancer has grown into nearby areas or spread to other parts of the body.
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Nonmelanoma Skin Cancer: Diagnosis
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Understanding Your Diagnosis
Diagnosing skin cancer starts with checking out a bump, spot, or other mark on your skin.
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Melanoma: Treatment Introduction
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Deciding on Treatment
Melanoma can be treated in many ways. Which treatment may work best for you depends on a number of things.
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Melanoma: Treatment Questions
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Deciding on Treatment
Make a list of questions and bring them to your appointments. These can cover how to decide on treatment, how to get ready for treatment, and how to cope during treatment.
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Melanoma: Chemotherapy
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Chemotherapy
Chemotherapy is sometimes used to treat advanced melanomas. But it isn't used as often as it was in the past.
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Melanoma: Targeted Therapy
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Chemotherapy
Targeted therapy is the use of medicines that target the parts of cancer cells that make them unlike normal cells. Targeted medicines for melanoma work on genes and proteins in melanoma cells.
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Melanoma: Radiation Therapy
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Radiation
Radiation therapy is not a common treatment for melanoma, but it can be helpful in some cases. It may be used on its own, or along with other types of treatment.
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Melanoma: Surgery
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Surgery
Surgery is the most common way to treat melanoma. It might be the only treatment needed for early stage melanomas, and it's often part of the treatment for more advanced cancers.
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Melanoma: Immunotherapy
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Other Treatments
Your healthcare provider may suggest immunotherapy if you have advanced melanoma.
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Complementary and Alternative Medicine
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Other Treatments
Complementary medicine is used along with other therapies. It often serves to relieve symptoms and improve quality of life. Alternative medicine is used alone, without standard treatment.
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General Nutrition Guidelines During Cancer Treatment
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Managing Side Effects
You may have difficulty eating or lose your appetite during cancer treatment. Try eating small, frequent meals throughout the day. To improve your appetite, don't drink beverages with your meals.
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Managing Cancer-Related Fatigue
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Managing Side Effects
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Other Treatment Side Effects
Fatigue can come and go or stay constant for a while. Fatigue from chemotherapy tends to happen a few days after the treatment, peaks, and then gets better before the next treatment. Fatigue from radiation may not happen right away.
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Anemia and Chemotherapy
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Chemotherapy Side Effects
Chemotherapy can damage your body’s ability to make red blood cells, so body tissues don't get enough oxygen. This is a condition called anemia. People who have anemia may feel very weak or tired, dizzy, faint, or short of breath, or may feel that their hearts are beating very fast.
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Infection and Chemotherapy
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Chemotherapy Side Effects
To reduce your risk for infection, avoid people who are sick with contagious illnesses, including colds, the flu, measles, or chickenpox.
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Radiation Therapy and Cancer Treatment
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Other Treatment Side Effects
Detailed information on radiation therapy, one type of cancer treatment.
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Skin Self-Exam
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Overview
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Prevention and Screening
Skin cancer can be treated with more success if it's found early. Read on for detailed information on doing your own skin self-exam.
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Melanoma: Risk Factors
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Prevention and Screening
Knowing the risk factors for melanoma can help you make choices that might lower your risk. For example, sun exposure is a risk factor, and you can protect yourself from the sun.
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Melanoma: Overview
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Cancer FAQs
Melanoma is a type of skin cancer. Here are answers to some frequently asked questions about melanoma.
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Skin Cancer - Non-Melanoma
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Anatomy of the Skin
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Overview
The skin is the body's largest organ. It serves as a protective shield against heat, light, injury, and infection.
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Kaposi Sarcoma: Newly Diagnosed
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Overview
Being told you have Kaposi sarcoma can be scary, and you may have many questions. But you have people on your healthcare team to help.
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Biopsy
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Understanding Your Diagnosis
A detailed look at different types of biopsies, and how and why they are done.
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Nonmelanoma Skin Cancer: Stages
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Understanding Your Diagnosis
The stage of a cancer is how much and how far the cancer has spread in your body. It's one of the most important things to know when deciding how to treat the cancer. Here's what you need to know about the stages of nonmelanoma skin cancer.
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Nonmelanoma Skin Cancer: Surgery
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Surgery is the most common way to treat nonmelanoma skin cancer. There are many methods of surgery than can be used to remove the cancer. The goal is to completely remove the cancer while trying to limit harm to healthy tissue. This is especially important when the cancer is on the face.
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General Nutrition Guidelines During Cancer Treatment
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Managing Side Effects
You may have difficulty eating or lose your appetite during cancer treatment. Try eating small, frequent meals throughout the day. To improve your appetite, don't drink beverages with your meals.
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Managing Cancer-Related Fatigue
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Managing Side Effects
Fatigue can come and go or stay constant for a while. Fatigue from chemotherapy tends to happen a few days after the treatment, peaks, and then gets better before the next treatment. Fatigue from radiation may not happen right away.
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Skin Cancer: Prevention
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Prevention and Screening
Detailed information on skin cancer prevention, including protecting children from the sun.
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Skin Self-Exam
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Prevention and Screening
Skin cancer can be treated with more success if it's found early. Read on for detailed information on doing your own skin self-exam.
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Nonmelanoma Skin Cancer: Overview
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Cancer FAQs
Skin cancer is a disease that begins in the cells of the skin. Nonmelanoma skin cancer is the most common type of cancer in the U.S. Learn more about symptoms, diagnosis, and treatments.
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Soft Tissue Sarcoma
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Soft Tissue Sarcoma: Introduction
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Overview
Sarcoma is a type of cancer that starts in the body's connective tissues. Learn the basics of soft tissue sarcoma.
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Soft Tissue Sarcoma: Risk Factors
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Overview
A risk factor is anything that may increase your chance of having a disease. Learn about risk factors for soft tissue sarcoma.
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Biopsy
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Understanding Your Diagnosis
A detailed look at different types of biopsies, and how and why they are done.
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Soft Tissue Sarcoma: Newly Diagnosed
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Understanding Your Diagnosis
Being told you have a soft tissue sarcoma can be scary, and you may have many questions. But you have people on your healthcare team to help.
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Soft Tissue Sarcoma: Treatment Introduction
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Deciding on Treatment
There are many treatment choices for soft tissue sarcoma. Learn about the different choices.
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Soft Tissue Sarcoma: Treatment Questions
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Deciding on Treatment
Talking with healthcare providers about your cancer can be overwhelming. It can be hard to take in all the information. It helps to be prepared. Here are a list of questions to ask your healthcare providers.
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General Nutrition Guidelines During Cancer Treatment
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Managing Side Effects
You may have difficulty eating or lose your appetite during cancer treatment. Try eating small, frequent meals throughout the day. To improve your appetite, don't drink beverages with your meals.
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Managing Cancer-Related Fatigue
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Managing Side Effects
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Other Treatment Side Effects
Fatigue can come and go or stay constant for a while. Fatigue from chemotherapy tends to happen a few days after the treatment, peaks, and then gets better before the next treatment. Fatigue from radiation may not happen right away.
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Anemia and Chemotherapy
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Chemotherapy Side Effects
Chemotherapy can damage your body’s ability to make red blood cells, so body tissues don't get enough oxygen. This is a condition called anemia. People who have anemia may feel very weak or tired, dizzy, faint, or short of breath, or may feel that their hearts are beating very fast.
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Infection and Chemotherapy
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Chemotherapy Side Effects
To reduce your risk for infection, avoid people who are sick with contagious illnesses, including colds, the flu, measles, or chickenpox.
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Radiation Therapy and Cancer Treatment
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Other Treatment Side Effects
Detailed information on radiation therapy, one type of cancer treatment.
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Soft Tissue Sarcoma: Overview
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Cancer FAQs
Here are answers to some frequently asked questions about soft tissue sarcoma.
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Stomach Cancer
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Anatomy of the Stomach
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Overview
The stomach is a J-shaped organ in the upper belly (abdomen). Read on to learn more about the stomach.
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Stomach Cancer: Introduction
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Overview
Learn the basics about stomach cancer.
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Stomach Cancer: Tests After Diagnosis
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Understanding Your Diagnosis
After a diagnosis of stomach cancer, you will likely have other tests. These tests help your healthcare providers learn more about your cancer. Learn which tests you may have.
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Stomach Cancer: Diagnosis
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Understanding Your Diagnosis
If your healthcare provider thinks you might have stomach cancer, you'll need certain exams and tests to be sure. Learn what tests are used to diagnose stomach cancer.
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Stomach Cancer: Treatment Questions
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Deciding on Treatment
Here are questions to ask your healthcare provider about your treatment for stomach cancer.
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Stomach Cancer: Treatment Introduction
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Deciding on Treatment
Learn about the different treatment choices for stomach cancer.
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Stomach Cancer: Chemotherapy
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Chemotherapy
Chemotherapy (chemo) uses anticancer medicines to kill cancer cells. Learn how chemo is used for stomach cancer.
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Stomach Cancer: Radiation Therapy
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Radiation
Learn how radiation may be used to treat stomach cancer.
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Stomach Cancer: Surgery
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Surgery
Stomach cancer may be treated with surgery. Learn about the different types, and if surgery may be a choice for you.
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Stomach Cancer: Targeted Therapy
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Managing Side Effects
Targeted therapy uses medicines that target specific parts of certain types of cancer cells. Learn how this treatment is used for stomach cancer.
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General Nutrition Guidelines During Cancer Treatment
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Managing Side Effects
You may have difficulty eating or lose your appetite during cancer treatment. Try eating small, frequent meals throughout the day. To improve your appetite, don't drink beverages with your meals.
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Anemia and Chemotherapy
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Chemotherapy Side Effects
Chemotherapy can damage your body’s ability to make red blood cells, so body tissues don't get enough oxygen. This is a condition called anemia. People who have anemia may feel very weak or tired, dizzy, faint, or short of breath, or may feel that their hearts are beating very fast.
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Infection and Chemotherapy
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Chemotherapy Side Effects
To reduce your risk for infection, avoid people who are sick with contagious illnesses, including colds, the flu, measles, or chickenpox.
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Managing Cancer-Related Fatigue
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Managing Side Effects
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Other Treatment Side Effects
Fatigue can come and go or stay constant for a while. Fatigue from chemotherapy tends to happen a few days after the treatment, peaks, and then gets better before the next treatment. Fatigue from radiation may not happen right away.
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Radiation Therapy and Cancer Treatment
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Other Treatment Side Effects
Detailed information on radiation therapy, one type of cancer treatment.
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Stomach Cancer: Overview
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Cancer FAQs
There are different types of stomach cancer. They each grow in different parts of the stomach. Learn more about symptoms, diagnosis, and treatments.
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Testicular Cancer
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Testicular Cancer: Coping with Effects on Sexuality
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Overview
Whether the changes you have are short-term or long lasting, you can find ways to feel good about yourself and to be intimate with your partner. Remember to be patient and give yourself time.
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Testicular Cancer: Introduction
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Overview
Cancer that develops in a testicle is called testicular cancer. It is 1 of the most curable forms of cancer.
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Testicular Cancer: Tests After Diagnosis
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Understanding Your Diagnosis
After a diagnosis of testicular cancer, you will likely have other tests. These tests help your healthcare providers learn more about your cancer. Read on for more details.
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Testicular Cancer: Diagnosis
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Understanding Your Diagnosis
If your healthcare provider thinks you might have testicular cancer, you will need certain exams and tests to be sure. Read on to learn what to expect.
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Testicular Cancer: Treatment Choices
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Deciding on Treatment
There are different ways to treat testicular cancer. Which may work best for you? It depends on a number of factors. These include the type, location, and stage of your cancer.
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Testicular Cancer: Chemotherapy
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Deciding on Treatment
Not everyone with testicular cancer needs chemotherapy. But it is an important part of treatment for some men.
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Testicular Cancer: Treatment Questions
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Managing Side Effects
Talking with healthcare providers about your cancer can be overwhelming. Make a list of questions and bring them to your appointments. Write the answers down in a notebook.
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General Nutrition Guidelines During Cancer Treatment
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Managing Side Effects
You may have difficulty eating or lose your appetite during cancer treatment. Try eating small, frequent meals throughout the day. To improve your appetite, don't drink beverages with your meals.
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Anemia and Chemotherapy
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Chemotherapy Side Effects
Chemotherapy can damage your body’s ability to make red blood cells, so body tissues don't get enough oxygen. This is a condition called anemia. People who have anemia may feel very weak or tired, dizzy, faint, or short of breath, or may feel that their hearts are beating very fast.
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Infection and Chemotherapy
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Chemotherapy Side Effects
To reduce your risk for infection, avoid people who are sick with contagious illnesses, including colds, the flu, measles, or chickenpox.
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Radiation Therapy and Cancer Treatment
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Other Treatment Side Effects
Detailed information on radiation therapy, one type of cancer treatment.
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Testicular Cancer: Overview
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Cancer FAQs
Cancer that starts in a testicle is called testicular cancer. It is one of the most curable forms of cancer. Learn more about symptoms, diagnosis, and treatments.
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Thymus Cancer
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Thymus Cancer: Introduction
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Overview
Thymus cancer is cancer that starts in the thymus. This is a small organ in the front part of your chest under the breastbone. Learn more about this type of cancer.
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Anatomy of the Endocrine System
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Overview
The endocrine system is a complex network of glands and organs. It includes the hypothalamus, pancreas, ovaries, and testes, along with the pituitary, thyroid, and other glands.
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Thymus Cancer: Diagnosis
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If your healthcare provider thinks you might have a thymus tumor, you will need certain exams and tests to be sure. Here are the tests used to diagnose thymus cancer.
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Biopsy
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A detailed look at different types of biopsies, and how and why they are done.
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Thymus Cancer: Treatment Choices
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Deciding on Treatment
There are many treatment choices for thymus tumors. Learn which ones may be options for you.
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Thymus Cancer: Chemotherapy
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Deciding on Treatment
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Chemotherapy Side Effects
Chemotherapy (chemo) uses anticancer medicines to kill cancer cells. Learn how chemo is used for thymus cancer.
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Thymus Cancer: Treatment Questions
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Managing Side Effects
Talking with healthcare providers about your thymus tumor can be overwhelming. It helps to be prepared. Here are some questions you should ask during your appointments.
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General Nutrition Guidelines During Cancer Treatment
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Managing Side Effects
You may have difficulty eating or lose your appetite during cancer treatment. Try eating small, frequent meals throughout the day. To improve your appetite, don't drink beverages with your meals.
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Anemia and Chemotherapy
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Chemotherapy Side Effects
Chemotherapy can damage your body’s ability to make red blood cells, so body tissues don't get enough oxygen. This is a condition called anemia. People who have anemia may feel very weak or tired, dizzy, faint, or short of breath, or may feel that their hearts are beating very fast.
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Infection and Chemotherapy
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Chemotherapy Side Effects
To reduce your risk for infection, avoid people who are sick with contagious illnesses, including colds, the flu, measles, or chickenpox.
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Thymus Cancer: Radiation Therapy
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Deciding on Treatment
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Other Treatment Side Effects
Radiation therapy uses high-energy radiation from X-rays or particles to kill cancer cells. Learn how this treatment is used for thymus cancer.
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Thymus Cancer: Surgery
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Deciding on Treatment
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Other Treatment Side Effects
Surgery is often used to treat thymus tumors. Different kinds of surgery may be done. Which type you have depends on how much the cancer has spread, and other factors. Learn more.
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Thymus Cancer Overview
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Cancer FAQs
The thymus is a small organ in the front part of your chest under the top part of the breastbone. Thymus cancer is rare. Learn more about symptoms, diagnosis, and treatments.
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Thyroid Cancer
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The Thyroid Gland
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Overview
Detailed information on the thyroid gland, including anatomy and function.
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Thyroid Cancer: Targeted Therapy
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Overview
Detailed information on targeted therapy for thyroid tumors.
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Thyroid Cancer: Symptoms
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Overview
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Understanding Your Diagnosis
A persistent cough is one of the most common symptoms of thyroid cancer. Read on to learn more.
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Thyroid Cancer: Tests After Diagnosis
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After a diagnosis of thyroid cancer, you will likely have other tests to help your healthcare providers learn more about your cancer. The test results help your healthcare providers decide the best ways to treat the cancer.
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Thyroid Cancer: Treatment Choices
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Deciding on Treatment
Read on for details about the treatment choices for thyroid cancer.
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Thyroid Cancer: Chemotherapy
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Deciding on Treatment
Read on for a detailed look at how chemotherapy is used to treat thyroid cancer.
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General Nutrition Guidelines During Cancer Treatment
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Managing Side Effects
You may have difficulty eating or lose your appetite during cancer treatment. Try eating small, frequent meals throughout the day. To improve your appetite, don't drink beverages with your meals.
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Managing Cancer-Related Fatigue
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Managing Side Effects
Fatigue can come and go or stay constant for a while. Fatigue from chemotherapy tends to happen a few days after the treatment, peaks, and then gets better before the next treatment. Fatigue from radiation may not happen right away.
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Anemia and Chemotherapy
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Chemotherapy Side Effects
Chemotherapy can damage your body’s ability to make red blood cells, so body tissues don't get enough oxygen. This is a condition called anemia. People who have anemia may feel very weak or tired, dizzy, faint, or short of breath, or may feel that their hearts are beating very fast.
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Infection and Chemotherapy
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Chemotherapy Side Effects
To reduce your risk for infection, avoid people who are sick with contagious illnesses, including colds, the flu, measles, or chickenpox.
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Radiation Therapy and Cancer Treatment
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Other Treatment Side Effects
Detailed information on radiation therapy, one type of cancer treatment.
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Thyroid Cancer: Overview
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Cancer FAQs
Thyroid cancer starts in the cells of the thyroid gland. The thyroid gland helps control hormones in your body and is part of the endocrine system. Learn more about symptoms, diagnosis, and treatments.
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Urethral Cancer
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Urethral Cancer: Introduction
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Overview
Urethral cancer is a very rare type of cancer that starts in the urethra. Learn more about this type of cancer.
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Urethral Cancer: Risk Factors
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Overview
Learn which factors increase your risk of urethral cancer.
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Urethral Cancer: Diagnosis
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Understanding Your Diagnosis
If your healthcare provider thinks you might have urethral cancer, you will need certain exams and tests to be sure. Learn which tests you may have.
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Biopsy
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Understanding Your Diagnosis
A detailed look at different types of biopsies, and how and why they are done.
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Urethral Cancer: Treatment Choices
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Deciding on Treatment
Learn about your treatment choices for urethral cancer.
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Urethral Cancer: Chemotherapy
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Deciding on Treatment
Chemotherapy (chemo) uses medicines to kill cancer cells. Learn how it works for urethral cancer.
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General Nutrition Guidelines During Cancer Treatment
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Managing Side Effects
You may have difficulty eating or lose your appetite during cancer treatment. Try eating small, frequent meals throughout the day. To improve your appetite, don't drink beverages with your meals.
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Managing Cancer-Related Fatigue
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Managing Side Effects
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Other Treatment Side Effects
Fatigue can come and go or stay constant for a while. Fatigue from chemotherapy tends to happen a few days after the treatment, peaks, and then gets better before the next treatment. Fatigue from radiation may not happen right away.
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Anemia and Chemotherapy
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Chemotherapy Side Effects
Chemotherapy can damage your body’s ability to make red blood cells, so body tissues don't get enough oxygen. This is a condition called anemia. People who have anemia may feel very weak or tired, dizzy, faint, or short of breath, or may feel that their hearts are beating very fast.
...more
Infection and Chemotherapy
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Chemotherapy Side Effects
To reduce your risk for infection, avoid people who are sick with contagious illnesses, including colds, the flu, measles, or chickenpox.
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Radiation Therapy and Cancer Treatment
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Other Treatment Side Effects
Detailed information on radiation therapy, one type of cancer treatment.
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Urethral Cancer Overview
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Cancer FAQs
Urethral cancer is a very rare type of cancer that starts in the urethra. This is the tube that carries urine out of your body. Learn more about symptoms, diagnosis, and treatments.
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Uterine Cancer
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Anatomy of Female Pelvic Area
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Overview
The female pelvic area contains a number of organs and structures: the endometrium, uterus, ovaries, cervix, vagina, and vulva.
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Anatomy of the Uterus
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Overview
The uterus is part of the female reproductive system. You may know it as the womb.
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Diagnostic Procedures for Cancer: Overview
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Understanding Your Diagnosis
Detailed information on the most common diagnostic procedures for cancer.
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Uterine Sarcoma: Tests After Diagnosis
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Understanding Your Diagnosis
After a diagnosis of uterine sarcoma, you will likely have other tests. These tests help your healthcare providers learn more about the cancer. They can help show if the cancer has grown into nearby areas or spread to other parts of your body.
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Uterine Sarcoma: Treatment Choices
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Deciding on Treatment
There are many treatment choices for uterine sarcoma. Which one may work best for you? It depends on a number of things. These include the stage of your cancer, as well as your age, overall health, and what side effects you'll find acceptable.
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Uterine Sarcoma: Chemotherapy
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Chemotherapy uses anticancer medicines to kill cancer cells. The medicines are made to attack and kill cancer cells that grow quickly. Some normal cells also grow quickly. Because of this, chemotherapy can also harm those cells. This can cause side effects.
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General Nutrition Guidelines During Cancer Treatment
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Managing Side Effects
You may have difficulty eating or lose your appetite during cancer treatment. Try eating small, frequent meals throughout the day. To improve your appetite, don't drink beverages with your meals.
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Managing Cancer-Related Fatigue
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Managing Side Effects
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Other Treatment Side Effects
Fatigue can come and go or stay constant for a while. Fatigue from chemotherapy tends to happen a few days after the treatment, peaks, and then gets better before the next treatment. Fatigue from radiation may not happen right away.
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Anemia and Chemotherapy
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Chemotherapy Side Effects
Chemotherapy can damage your body’s ability to make red blood cells, so body tissues don't get enough oxygen. This is a condition called anemia. People who have anemia may feel very weak or tired, dizzy, faint, or short of breath, or may feel that their hearts are beating very fast.
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Hair Loss and Chemotherapy
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Chemotherapy Side Effects
People often choose to wear wigs, scarves, or hats while or after losing their hair. If this is what you would like to do, pick them out ahead of time and start wearing them before your hair is completely gone.
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Radiation Therapy and Cancer Treatment
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Other Treatment Side Effects
Detailed information on radiation therapy, one type of cancer treatment.
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Uterine Sarcoma: Overview
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Cancer FAQs
Uterine sarcoma is a type of cancer that starts in the muscular wall of the uterus (myometrium). Learn more about symptoms, diagnosis, and treatments.
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Vaginal Cancer
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Anatomy of Female Pelvic Area
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Overview
The female pelvic area contains a number of organs and structures: the endometrium, uterus, ovaries, cervix, vagina, and vulva.
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Vaginal Cancer: Introduction
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Overview
Vaginal cancer starts in the cells of your vagina, also known as the birth canal. The most common type of vaginal cancer develops over many years.
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Diagnostic Procedures for Cancer: Overview
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Understanding Your Diagnosis
Detailed information on the most common diagnostic procedures for cancer.
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Pap Test
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Understanding Your Diagnosis
For a Pap test, your healthcare provider will collect and examine cells from your cervix. The cervix is the opening to the uterus. They will do this test to screen for cervical cancer and other problems.
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Vaginal Cancer- Treatment Choices
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Treatment Decisions
Treatment for vaginal cancer may include surgery, radiation therapy, or chemotherapy. Read on to learn more about these options.
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Vaginal Cancer: Surgery
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Treatment Decisions
Surgery is the most common way to treat vaginal cancer. Learn more about the types of surgery used for precancer, early-stage cancer, and more advanced vaginal cancers.
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General Nutrition Guidelines During Cancer Treatment
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Managing Side Effects
You may have difficulty eating or lose your appetite during cancer treatment. Try eating small, frequent meals throughout the day. To improve your appetite, don't drink beverages with your meals.
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Managing Cancer-Related Fatigue
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Managing Side Effects
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Other Treatment Side Effects
Fatigue can come and go or stay constant for a while. Fatigue from chemotherapy tends to happen a few days after the treatment, peaks, and then gets better before the next treatment. Fatigue from radiation may not happen right away.
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Anemia and Chemotherapy
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Chemotherapy Side Effects
Chemotherapy can damage your body’s ability to make red blood cells, so body tissues don't get enough oxygen. This is a condition called anemia. People who have anemia may feel very weak or tired, dizzy, faint, or short of breath, or may feel that their hearts are beating very fast.
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Hair Loss and Chemotherapy
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Chemotherapy Side Effects
People often choose to wear wigs, scarves, or hats while or after losing their hair. If this is what you would like to do, pick them out ahead of time and start wearing them before your hair is completely gone.
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Radiation Therapy and Cancer Treatment
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Other Treatment Side Effects
Detailed information on radiation therapy, one type of cancer treatment.
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Vaginal Cancer: Risk Factors
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Overview
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Prevention and Screening
A risk factor is anything that may increase your chance of having a disease. Risk factors for a certain type of cancer might include tobacco use, diet, family history, or many other things.
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Vaginal Cancer: Tests After Diagnosis
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Prevention and Screening
Once you’re diagnosed with vaginal cancer, you may need more tests. These help your healthcare provider learn more about the cancer and make a treatment plan.
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Vaginal Cancer: Overview
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Cancer FAQs
Vaginal cancer starts in the cells that form the vagina or birth canal. Learn more about symptoms, diagnosis, and treatments.
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Vulvar Cancer
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Vulvar Cancer- Treatment Questions
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Overview
If you're deciding on treatment for vulvar cancer, here are some questions to ask your health care provider.
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Anatomy of the Vulva
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Overview
The vulva is the outer part of the female reproductive system. It's also called the external genitalia.
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Diagnostic Procedures for Cancer: Overview
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Understanding Your Diagnosis
Detailed information on the most common diagnostic procedures for cancer.
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Vulvar Cancer: Diagnosis
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Understanding Your Diagnosis
Learn how vulvar cancer is diagnosed.
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Vulvar Cancer- Treatment Choices
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Deciding on Treatment
Learn about the different treatment choices for vulvar cancer.
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Vulvar Cancer: Newly Diagnosed
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Deciding on Treatment
If you've been recently diagnosed with vulvar cancer, working with your healthcare team and learning about treatment choices can help.
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Vulvar Cancer: Tests After Diagnosis
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Managing Side Effects
Learn what tests you may have after being diagnosed with vulvar cancer.
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General Nutrition Guidelines During Cancer Treatment
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Managing Side Effects
You may have difficulty eating or lose your appetite during cancer treatment. Try eating small, frequent meals throughout the day. To improve your appetite, don't drink beverages with your meals.
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Anemia and Chemotherapy
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Chemotherapy Side Effects
Chemotherapy can damage your body’s ability to make red blood cells, so body tissues don't get enough oxygen. This is a condition called anemia. People who have anemia may feel very weak or tired, dizzy, faint, or short of breath, or may feel that their hearts are beating very fast.
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Hair Loss and Chemotherapy
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Chemotherapy Side Effects
People often choose to wear wigs, scarves, or hats while or after losing their hair. If this is what you would like to do, pick them out ahead of time and start wearing them before your hair is completely gone.
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Radiation Therapy and Cancer Treatment
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Radiation Treatment Side Effects
Detailed information on radiation therapy, one type of cancer treatment.
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Vulvar Cancer: Prevention
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Prevention and Screening
There is no sure way to prevent vulvar cancer. But there are some things you can do that may help lower your risk of getting vulvar cancer.
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Vulvar Cancer Overview
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Cancer FAQs
Risk factors for vulvar cancer include smoking, infection with HPV, and advancing age.
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AIDS-Related Cancers
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Other Cancers
People who have AIDS are much more likely to get certain types of cancer than people without the disease.
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Carcinoid Tumor
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Other Cancers
Carcinoid tumor is a rare type of tumor that grows slowly.
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