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Essential Questions to Ask Your Doctor About Brain Cancer Treatment   created at May 04, 2009   1,091   Navigating a diagnosis of brain cancer can be overwhelming,but asking the right questions during your medical appointments can help you better understand your condition and make informed decisions about your treatment.Here are some crucial questions to con...

Clinical trials for Brain Cancer   created at May 04, 2009   1,078   Clinical trials for brain cancer are research studies that test new treatments,such as new drugs,radiation therapies,or surgical techniques,to improve the diagnosis,treatment,and prevention of brain tumors.These trials involve patients with various types o...

Understanding Radiation Therapy for Brain Tumors   created at May 04, 2009   1,138   Radiation therapy for brain tumors uses high-energy radiation to kill cancer cells and shrink tumors.This can be delivered externally through a linear accelerator (external beam radiation therapy) or internally via implanted radioactive seeds (brachytherap...

Understanding Surgery for Brain Tumors: A Comprehensive Guide   created at May 04, 2009   1,094   Brain tumor surgery aims to remove as much of the tumor as safely possible while minimizing damage to healthy brain tissue.The approach varies depending on the tumor's location,size,type,and the patient's overall health.Techniques may include craniotomy (o...

What are the symptoms of brain tumors?   created at May 03, 2009   1,133   The symptoms depend on the size of the tumor and the location.Symptoms are caused by damage to vital tissue and by pressure from the tumor or swelling,which may happen if the tumor blocks the flow of cerebrospinal fluid:Headaches that tend to be worse in t...

What is brain cancer?   created at May 03, 2009   1,072   Brain cancer is a disease in which malignant (cancerous) cells form in the tissues of the brain.It encompasses a wide variety of tumors,each with different characteristics,causes,and prognoses.These tumors can originate in the brain itself (primary brain t...

Chemotherapy for Brain Cancer   created at May 04, 2009   1,071   Chemotherapy for brain cancer involves using drugs to kill cancer cells,but its effectiveness is limited by the blood-brain barrier,which restricts drug passage into the brain.Treatment typically involves systemic chemotherapy (drugs delivered intravenousl...

How is Hodgkin's disease treated?   created at May 22, 2009   1,123   Hodgkin's disease treatment depends on the stage and type of the disease,as well as the patient's overall health.Common treatments include chemotherapy,radiation therapy,and in some cases,targeted therapy,immunotherapy,or a combination of these.For early-s...

How is Hodgkin's disease diagnosed?   created at May 22, 2009   1,144   If Hodgkin's disease is suspected, the doctor will ask about your medical history and will do a thorough physical exam. Blood tests and x-rays of the chest, bones, liver and spleen will also be done. Tissue from an enlarged lymph node will be removed. This...

Exploring Treatment Options Beyond Surgery for Head and Neck Cancers   created at May 09, 2009   1,092   Treatment options for head and neck cancers beyond surgery include radiation therapy,which uses high-energy beams to kill cancer cells; chemotherapy,employing drugs to target and destroy cancer cells throughout the body; targeted therapy,utilizing medicati...

Exploring Antibiotics for Sinus Infections: Understanding Treatment Options   created at May 07, 2009   1,121   Sinus infections,or sinusitis,are often treated with antibiotics only if a bacterial infection is suspected and symptoms are severe or persistent.While viral infections are the most common cause of sinusitis and don't respond to antibiotics,a doctor may pr...

What are the commonest lyme disease symptoms at onset?   created at May 06, 2009   1,141   The most common early symptoms of Lyme disease,typically appearing 3-30 days after a tick bite,include a characteristic expanding rash called erythema migrans (EM),which is a red,circular rash that often clears in the center,flu-like symptoms such as fever...

Are there clinical trials available for vulvar cancer?   created at May 05, 2009   1,113   There are clinical trials available for vulvar cancer.The availability of specific trials depends on several factors,including the stage of cancer,the patient's overall health,and geographic location.To find currently available clinical trials for vulvar c...

Will I be able to adjust to Valva Cancer well?   created at May 05, 2009   1,132   Adjusting to a vulvar cancer diagnosis and treatment is a deeply personal journey,and there's no single answer to whether you will be able to adjust "well." The experience is profoundly influenced by many factors,including::The stage of the cancer: Early-s...

Side effects of vulvar cancer chemotherapy   created at May 05, 2009   1,112   Chemotherapy for vulvar cancer can cause a range of side effects,varying in severity depending on the specific drugs used and the individual's overall health.Common side effects include fatigue,nausea and vomiting,diarrhea or constipation,mouth sores,hair ...

Radiation therapy side effects of vulvar cancer   created at May 05, 2009   1,106   Radiation therapy for vulvar cancer can cause various side effects,depending on the dose and area treated.Common side effects include skin reactions (redness,dryness,itching,blistering,and pain),vaginal changes (narrowing,dryness,discharge,bleeding,and pai...

Exploring Three Vulvar Cancer Treatments   created at May 05, 2009   1,099   Three common treatments for vulvar cancer include surgery,which may involve removing the cancerous tissue,lymph nodes,or even the vulva depending on the stage and location of the cancer; radiation therapy,using high-energy beams to kill cancer cells and sh...

Vulvar intraepithelial neoplasia as risk factors for vulvar cancer   created at May 05, 2009   1,108   Vulvar intraepithelial neoplasia (VIN) is a precancerous condition characterized by abnormal cell growth in the vulvar epithelium.VIN is considered the strongest and most significant risk factor for vulvar cancer.The presence of VIN,particularly high-grade...

Navigating Ovarian Cancer Treatment - Key Questions to Ask Your Doctor   created at May 05, 2009   1,099   Ovarian cancer treatment depends on the stage,type,and grade of the cancer,as well as the patient's overall health.Treatment options typically include surgery to remove as much cancerous tissue as possible,followed by chemotherapy,often using a combination...

Navigating the Side Effects of Cancer Treatment   created at May 04, 2009   1,147   Cancer treatment, while life-saving, often comes with a range of side effects due to its impact not only on cancer cells but also on healthy cells and tissues. Understanding these side effects is crucial for patients undergoing treatment, as it helps in ma...

What are the side effects of treatment for Colorectal Cancer?   created at May 04, 2009   1,088   Side effects of colorectal cancer treatment vary depending on the type of treatment (surgery,chemotherapy,radiation,targeted therapy,immunotherapy) and the individual.Common side effects include fatigue,nausea,vomiting,diarrhea,constipation,pain,hair loss,...

What should I ask my doctor when diagnosed with endocrine cancer?   created at May 04, 2009   1,101   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 side effects of treatment for Endocrine Cancer?   created at May 04, 2009   1,068   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...

Precision Treatment: Understanding Stereotactic Radiosurgery for Brain Tumors   created at May 04, 2009   1,112   Stereotactic radiosurgery (SRS) is a precise radiation therapy technique used to treat brain tumors and other lesions.It delivers a highly focused,high-dose radiation beam to the targeted area,minimizing damage to surrounding healthy brain tissue.Unlike tr...

Understanding the Side Effects of Brain Tumor Treatment   created at May 04, 2009   1,128   Brain tumor treatments,including surgery,radiation,and chemotherapy,can cause a range of side effects depending on the type and location of the tumor,the treatment approach,and the individual's overall health.Common side effects can include fatigue,nausea,...

Stereotactic radiosurgery for Brain Cancer   created at May 04, 2009   1,084   Stereotactic radiosurgery (SRS) is a non-invasive type of radiation therapy that delivers highly focused beams of radiation to a precise point in the brain to target brain tumors,including cancerous ones.Unlike traditional radiation therapy,which uses larg...

Unraveling the Enigma: Exploring the Causes of Brain Tumors   created at May 03, 2009   1,129   The precise causes of brain tumors remain largely unknown,but a complex interplay of genetic and environmental factors is implicated.Genetic predispositions,including inherited gene mutations and acquired somatic mutations,increase the risk of developing c...

Exploring Treatment Options for Bone Cancer: A Comprehensive Guide   created at May 03, 2009   1,144   Treatment for bone cancer depends on several factors including the type and location of the cancer,its stage,and the patient's overall health.Common approaches include surgery (to remove the tumor or affected limb),chemotherapy (to kill cancer cells throug...

What is the difference between primary bone cancer and secondary bone cancer?   created at May 03, 2009   1,089   Primary bone cancer originates in the bone itself,arising from bone cells or the tissues within the bone marrow.In contrast,secondary bone cancer,also known as metastatic bone cancer,develops when cancer cells from another part of the body,such as the brea...

What should I do if I find a lump while performing a monthly breast self-exam?   created at May 03, 2009   1,090   Finding a lump during a breast self-exam doesn't automatically mean it's cancerous,but it's crucial to seek professional medical attention immediately.Schedule an appointment with your doctor or gynecologist as soon as possible to have the lump evaluated.T...