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Navigating Clinical Trial Decisions for Head and Neck Cancer Treatment   created at May 09, 2009   129   Clinical trial decisions for head and neck cancer treatment depend on several factors,including the specific type and stage of cancer,the patient's overall health and preferences,and the availability of trials matching their characteristics.Factors conside...

Navigating Ovarian Cancer Treatment - Key Questions to Ask Your Doctor   created at May 05, 2009   101   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...

Treatment for Liver Cancer? What should I ask?   created at May 04, 2009   85   When discussing liver cancer treatment options with a healthcare professional,ask about the specific type and stage of your cancer,the different treatment approaches available (surgery,chemotherapy,radiation therapy,targeted therapy,immunotherapy,ablation,...

Understanding Clinical Trials: What You Need to Know   created at May 03, 2009   125   Clinical trials are essential studies conducted to evaluate new treatments and interventions aimed at improving the care and outcomes of patients, particularly those with cancer. These trials play a crucial role in advancing medical knowledge and finding i...

Exploring New Frontiers: Clinical Trials for Stomach Cancer Treatment   created at May 04, 2009   101   For individuals grappling with stomach cancer, the search for effective treatments often leads to the consideration of clinical trials. These trials, comprising studies on promising new or experimental treatments, provide patients with an opportunity to be...

Navigating Hope: Understanding Chemotherapy in Stomach Cancer Treatment   created at May 04, 2009   109   In the intricate landscape of stomach cancer treatment, chemotherapy emerges as a potent ally, often employed alongside radiation therapy after surgery to mitigate the risk of recurrence. This dynamic duo aims to comprehensively target any remaining cancer...

Exploring Clinical Trials for Ovarian Cancer Treatment - What You Need to Know   created at May 05, 2009   86   Are there clinical trials available for ovarian cancer? The answer is a resounding yes. Clinical trials offer hope and potentially groundbreaking treatments for ovarian cancer patients.Clinical trials are research studies designed to test new treatments, p...

What should I ask my doctor about treatment if I am diagnosed with Hodgkin's disease?   created at May 22, 2009   68   Here are some questions you may want to ask: What are the expected benefits of treatment? Would a clinical trial be appropriate for me? What are the risks and possible side effects of treatment? Will treatment affect my fertility? Can I keep working during...

How is Hodgkin's disease treated?   created at May 22, 2009   69   Treatment for Hodgkin's disease usually includes radiation therapy or chemotherapy. Sometimes, both are given. Treatment decisions depend on the stage of disease, its location in the body, which symptoms are present, and the general health and age of the p...

Are there clinical trials available for vulvar cancer?   created at May 05, 2009   70   Yes. For some vulvar cancer patients, treatment may involve a clinical trial. Clinical trials are studies conducted with the consent of patients to evaluate a new treatment. Speak with your doctor.

Questions a woman may want to ask her doctor before treatment begins for vulvar cancer   created at May 05, 2009   60   Here are some questions a woman may want to ask her doctor before treatment begins: What is my diagnosis? What is the stage of the disease? What are my treatment choices? Which do you recommend for me? Why? What are the chances that the treatment will be s...

Things to preapre for Cervical Cancer Treatment   created at May 04, 2009   57   Here are some questions you may want to ask your doctor before treatment begins: What is the stage (extent) of my disease? What are my treatment choices? Which do you recommend? Why? What are the chances that the treatment will be successful? Would a clini...

The treatment for Pancreatic Cancer? What should I ask?   created at May 04, 2009   61   Three kinds of treatment are used for pancreatic cancer: Surgery – taking out the cancer in an operation Radiation therapy – using high-dose x-rays or other high-energy rays to kill cancer cells Chemotherapy – using drugs to kill cancer cells A doctor m...

Radiation Therapy for Colorectal Cancer   created at May 04, 2009   68   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...

What do I need to know about the treatment for colorectal cancer?   created at May 04, 2009   78   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 t...

What are the side effects of treatment for thyroid cancer?   created at May 04, 2009   87   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.  Th...

What are the treatment options for thyroid cancer?   created at May 04, 2009   96   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...

What should I ask my doctor when diagnosed with endocrine cancer?   created at May 04, 2009   64   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 treatment options for endocrine cancer?   created at May 04, 2009   63   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...

Clinical trials for Brain Cancer   created at May 04, 2009   89   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 ...