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How is treatment different after surgery?   (created at May 08, 2009)   48  

It doesn't mean that you won't get sinusitis any more, but it is often easier to treat. Surgery is not meant to cure the disease. Once the sinuses have been opened up by surgery, it is possible to wash out the sinuses if necessary , and as a result, someti...

How long do I have to take antibiotics for sinus treatment?   (created at May 07, 2009)   48  

Because penetration of antibiotics inside the sinuses is poor, an extended treatment is often necessary. Antibiotics do not penetrate well into bone and the bacteria in chronic sinusitis are located inside bone. Typically a minimum of three weeks or more o...

How long does sinusitis have to be treated?   (created at May 08, 2009)   63  

Because of the fact that we are dealing with an abscess which can not be adequately drained without doing a major surgical procedure, it often takes an extended period of time for the sinus infection to be completely treated by what we can call medical dra...

Treatment for Lyme disease   (created at May 06, 2009)   55  

Lyme disease is treated with antibiotics. Timely treatment increases chances of recovery and may lessen the severity of any later symptoms in both animals and man. The most effective treatment will be recommended by your physician or in the case of your an...

What is the treatment for Lyme disease?   (created at May 06, 2009)   48  

The outlook varies from person to person. Whilst it is extremely unusual for the illness to be fatal, symptoms can range from mild to very severe. It is not in a patient’s best interests for the disease to remain untreated. Treatment is with antibiotics an...

Side effects of vulvar cancer surgery   (created at May 05, 2009)   53  

The consequences of curative surgery can be psychologically devastating, as vulvar surgery can result in lifelong anatomic alterations. Sexual dysfunction is common because of loss of clitoris in some clinical situations and in general because of alteratio...

Will I be able to adjust to this disease well?   (created at May 05, 2009)   57  

Each cancer survivor’s recovery is different, and a person’s adjustment after cancer treatment depends on a number of factors.Ovarian cancer can cause major life changes in its survivors.If a woman undergoes removal of the ovaries and/or uterus, she will b...

Treatment for Liver Cancer? What should I ask?   (created at May 04, 2009)   53  

Three kinds of treatment are used to treat liver cancer:     * Surgery – taking out the cancer in an operation     * Chemotherapy – using antidrugs to kill cancer cells     * Radiation therapy – aiming high-energy rays at the cancer to destroy it A doctor ...

What are the side effects of treatment for Colorectal Cancer?   (created at May 04, 2009)   63  

It is often hard to limit the effects of therapy so that only cancer cells are removed or destroyed. Because healthy tissue may also be damaged, treatment can cause unpleasant side effects. The side effects of cancer treatment are different for each person...

What should I know before surgery for Colorectal Cancer?   (created at May 04, 2009)   50  

These are some questions you may want to ask the doctor before surgery: What kind of operation will it be? How will I feel afterward? If I have pain, how will you help me? Will I need a colostomy? Will it be temporary or permanent? How long will I be in th...
What should I know before surgery for Colorectal Cancer?

Biological Therapy for Colorectal Cancer   (created at May 04, 2009)   59  

Biological therapy is a cancer treatment that helps the body’s immune (defense) system attack and destroy cancer cells. For some patients, biological therapy may be combined with chemotherapy as adjuvant treatment after surgery. Patients may need to stay i...
Biological Therapy for Colorectal Cancer

Radiation Therapy for Colorectal Cancer   (created at May 04, 2009)   56  

Radiation therapy (also called radiotherapy) is the use of high-energy rays to damage cancer cells and stop them from growing. Like surgery, radiation therapy is local therapy; it can affect cancer only in the treated area. Radiation is sometimes used befo...

Chemotherapy for Colorectal Cancer   (created at May 04, 2009)   92  

Chemotherapy is the use of drugs to kill cancer cells. Chemotherapy is sometimes given after surgery for colorectal cancer to try to prevent the disease from recurring, or coming back. This additional treatment is called adjuvant therapy. The doctor may us...

What do I need to know about the treatment for colorectal cancer?   (created at May 04, 2009)   68  

The doctor develops a treatment plan to fit each patient’s needs. Treatment for colorectal cancer depends on the size and location of the tumor, the stage of the disease, the patient’s general health, and other factors. Most people who have cancer want to ...

What should I ask my doctor when diagnosed with thyroid cancer?   (created at May 04, 2009)   58  

Here are some questions you may want to ask your doctor: How can this disease be treated? What are my treatment choices? How successful is the treatment likely to be? Would a clinical trial be appropriate for me? What are the expected benefits of treatment...

What are the side effects of treatment for thyroid cancer?   (created at May 04, 2009)   65  

The methods used to treat thyroid cancer are very powerful. That's why treatment often causes side effects. Fortunately, most side effects are temporary. After radioiodine therapy, some people get swelling of the salivary glands in the cheeks or neck.  Thi...

What are the treatment options for thyroid cancer?   (created at May 04, 2009)   76  

Because of advances in diagnosis and treatment of thyroid cancer, a longer and better life is possible for patients today. Treatment planning takes into account the type of thyroid cancer and the stage of the disease as well as the general health and age o...

How do you diagnose thyroid cancer?   (created at May 04, 2009)   53  

The doctor will ask about your medical history and will do a careful physical exam, with special attention to feeling your thyroid and checking for lumps in the neck. You may also be asked to have a blood test or special scans. The best screening test for ...

What should I ask my doctor when diagnosed with endocrine cancer?   (created at May 04, 2009)   46  

Here are some questions you may want to ask your doctor: How can this disease be treated? What are my treatment choices? How successful is the treatment likely to be? Would a clinical trial be appropriate for me? What are the expected benefits of treatment...

What are the side effects of treatment for Endocrine Cancer?   (created at May 04, 2009)   88  

The methods used to treat endocrine cancer are very powerful. That's why treatment often causes side effects. Fortunately, most side effects are temporary. The side effects of chemotherapy depend on the drugs given and the individual response of the patien...

What are the treatment options for endocrine cancer?   (created at May 04, 2009)   53  

Because of advances in diagnosis and treatment of endocrine cancer, a longer and better life is possible for patients today. Treatment planning takes into account the size and location of the tumor, whether it is likely to grow slowly or rapidly, and the g...

Surgery for Spine Tumors   (created at May 04, 2009)   49  

Surgery is sometimes a treatment options for spine tumors. The type of surgery that your doctor recommends will depend on the type of tumor, the location, and the symptoms you are experiencing. If you have weakness, numbness of paralysis of arms and legs, ...

Clinical trials for Brain Cancer   (created at May 04, 2009)   67  

Clinical trials are designed to determine whether a new approach is both safe and effective. Treatments that may be studied include: Radiation twice daily Hyperthermia, in which a tumor is heated to increase the effect of radiation Drugs injected into the ...

Stereotactic radiosurgery for Brain Cancer   (created at May 04, 2009)   66  

Stereotactic radiosurgery is another way to treat brain tumors. An MRI or CT scan is used to pinpoint the location of the tumor, and the treatment is given in one session. High-energy rays are aimed at the tumor from many angles. A high dose of radiation r...

What is Bone Cancer?   (created at May 03, 2009)   96  

Cancer that starts in the bone (primary bone cancer) is relatively rare, with about 2,500 cases diagnosed in the United States each year. The most common types of bone cancer occur more frequently in children and young adults, while other bone cancer is pr...

What should I do if I find a lump while performing a monthly breast self-exam?   (created at May 03, 2009)   95  

Check the other breast. Some lumpiness is normal. However, if the lump is new or unusual, it warrants examination by a physician. A lump found during a breast self-exam, a clinical breast exam or a mammogram does not necessarily mean that a woman has breas...

Are there any acne treatments specifically for people with dark skin? Are there any treatments specifically harmful to dark skin?   (created at May 03, 2009)   61  

There are no acne treatments specifically for use on dark skin. Acne treatments are generally as safe and effective on dark skin as on light skin. Some treatments for acne scars may cause temporary lightening of dark skin. Acne is a common skin disease tha...

How long before I see a visible result from using my acne medication?   (created at May 03, 2009)   58  

The time for improvement depends upon the product being used, but in almost all cases it is more a matter of weeks or months instead of days. Most dermatologists would recommend the use of a medication or combination of medications daily for 4 to 8 weeks b...

Can anything be done about scarring caused by acne?   (created at May 03, 2009)   66  

Scarring is best prevented by getting rid of the acne. Dermatologists can use various methods to improve the scarring caused by acne. The treatment must always be individualized for the specific patient. Chemical peels may be used in some patients, while d...
Can anything be done about scarring caused by acne?

Blood Pressure Machine Said I Have No Blood Pressure!?   (created at Apr 02, 2009)   411  

If you had no blood pressure you would be dead.The machine is clearly wrong and needs servicing (you should let Walmart know as there are people who use it to monitor their pressure and sadly rely on those machines.)If you have blood pressure issues and ne...