What should I ask my doctor when diagnosed with endocrine cancer?created at May 04, 2009 103 Diagnosing endocrine cancer involves a combination of methods,starting with a thorough medical history and physical exam.Blood tests measure hormone levels to detect excesses or deficiencies indicative of tumors.Imaging techniques like ultrasound,CT scans,... |
What are the treatment options for endocrine cancer?created at May 04, 2009 104 Treatment for endocrine cancers depends on the specific type,stage,and location of the tumor,as well as the patient's overall health.Options include surgery to remove the tumor,radiation therapy to target cancer cells,hormone therapy to manipulate hormone ...  |
How do you diagnose endocrine cancer?created at May 04, 2009 128 Diagnosing endocrine cancer typically involves a combination of physical examination,blood tests to measure hormone levels (often revealing elevated or suppressed levels),imaging studies like CT scans,MRI,or PET scans to locate tumors,and biopsy to obtain ... |
What are the side effects of treatment for Endocrine Cancer?created at May 04, 2009 134 Side effects of endocrine cancer treatment,which often involves hormone therapy,surgery,radiation,chemotherapy,or targeted therapy,vary depending on the specific treatment and the individual.Common side effects can include fatigue,nausea,vomiting,hair loss...  |
Understanding the Symptoms of Endocrine Cancer: A Comprehensive Guidecreated at May 04, 2009 116 Endocrine cancer manifests in various glands throughout the body, resulting in a range of symptoms. Thyroid cancer, the most prevalent form of endocrine cancer, typically presents as a noticeable lump or swelling in the neck. However, recognizing symptoms ...  |