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Radiation therapy side effects of vulvar cancer  

created at May 05, 2009   1,104  
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...

Do we know what causes endometrial cancer?

Do we know what causes endometrial cancer?  

created at May 05, 2009   1,075  
The exact cause of endometrial cancer isn't fully understood,but several factors significantly increase the risk.These include prolonged exposure to estrogen without the counterbalancing effects of progesterone (e.g.due to early menarche,late menopause,obe...

What are the risk factors for endometrial cancer?

What are the risk factors for endometrial cancer?  

created at May 05, 2009   1,129  
Risk factors for endometrial cancer include older age,obesity,prolonged estrogen exposure (e.g.early menarche,late menopause,nulliparity,infertility treatments),polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS),a family history of endometrial,breast,ovarian,or colon cancer...

What should I know before surgery for Colorectal Cancer?

What should I know before surgery for Colorectal Cancer?  

created at May 04, 2009   1,079  
Before colorectal cancer surgery,you should understand the specific procedure planned,including its goals,risks,and potential complications.Discuss post-operative recovery expectations,such as pain management,dietary restrictions,bowel function changes,and...

Understanding Colorectal Cancer: A Vital Insight

Understanding Colorectal Cancer: A Vital Insight  

created at May 04, 2009   1,088  
Colorectal cancer, the second leading cause of cancer-related deaths in the United States, presents a significant public health concern. Despite its alarming prevalence, advancements in detection and treatment have contributed to a decline in mortality rat...

Understanding the Potential Side Effects of Vulvar Cancer Treatment  

created at May 05, 2009   1,074  
Facing a diagnosis of vulvar cancer can be overwhelming, compounded by the uncertainties of treatment and its potential side effects. While the primary goal of therapy is to target cancerous cells, it's challenging to avoid affecting healthy tissues entire...

What should I ask my doctor about treatment if I am diagnosed with Hodgkin's disease?

What should I ask my doctor about treatment if I am diagnosed with Hodgkin's disease?  

created at May 22, 2009   1,179  
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...

What are the side effects of Hodgkin's disease treatment?  

created at May 22, 2009   1,065  
The methods used to treat Hodgkin's disease are very powerful. The treatment often causes side effects, both short-term and permanent. Side effects depend on the type of treatment and on the part of the body being treated. Also, each patient may respond di...

What are the warning signs of head and neck cancers?  

created at May 09, 2009   1,111  
Warning signs of head and neck cancers depend on the location of the cancer. Sometimes there are no warning signs. That's why men and women over 40 may wish to get an annual cancer-related health checkup, especially if they use tobacco or alcohol. Having a...

Side effects of vulvar cancer surgery  

created at May 05, 2009   1,085  
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...

Surgery for Colorectal Cancer  

created at May 04, 2009   1,095  
Surgery is the most common treatment for colorectal cancer and may be the only treatment needed. The type of operation depends on the location and size of the tumor. Most patients have a partial colectomy. In this operation, the surgeon takes out the part ...

How will I be diagnosed for colorectal cancer?  

created at May 04, 2009   1,117  
To find the cause of symptoms, the doctor will ask about your personal and family medical history. He will do a physical exam, and may order laboratory tests. In addition to the exams discussed above, the doctor may also order the following tests: Lower GI...

What can I do to detect it?  

created at May 04, 2009   1,092  
Most health problems respond best to treatment when they are diagnosed and treated as early as possible. This is especially true of colorectal cancer. Treatment is most effective before the disease spreads. People can take an active role in the early detec...

The risk factors for developing colorectal cancer?  

created at May 04, 2009   1,101  
Some people are more likely to develop colorectal cancer than others. Studies have found that certain factors increase a person’s risk. The following are risk factors for this disease: Polyps – Most (perhaps all) colorectal cancers develop in polyps. Pol...

How do I prevent colon-rectal (colorectal) cancer?

How do I prevent colon-rectal (colorectal) cancer?  

created at May 04, 2009   1,082  
Although colorectal cancer is one of the most common types of cancer in the United States, scientists are trying to learn more about what causes the disease and how it can be prevented. Doctors do not yet know why one person gets colorectal cancer and anot...

What are the side effects of treatment for thyroid cancer?  

created at May 04, 2009   1,095  
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...