Transparency is crucial when cancer has metastasized, and the patient is nearing the end of their life. In these circumstances, honest communication between healthcare providers, patients, and their loved ones is essential. It enables patients to make educated and informed decisions about their care and prepares them for the next…
Jenni Daniel BSN, RN
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Lymphoma staging and how they affect treatment options
Lymphoma Staging Once the biopsy confirms lymphoma, and all of the imaging has been done, the oncologist can stage the cancer. Staging describes how advanced the lymphoma is, and helps the oncologist determine the best treatment. Lymphoma staging is different from the staging for solid tumors such as lung cancer…
Julie Scott, DNP
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Lymphoma
What is Lymphoma? Lymphoma is a cancer of the lymphocytes, which have a role to play in your immune system. When the lymphocytes become abnormal, they no longer function normally and become cancerous. Lymphoma can start in either the B lymphocytes or T lymphocytes of the immune system. There are…
Julie Scott, DNP
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The advances in melanoma staging and treatment
Melanoma Staging Once a diagnosis of melanoma has been made, the oncologist may order imaging studies to see if melanoma has spread to other areas of the body. Melanoma is staged from stage 0 to IV, with melanoma becoming more advanced the higher the stage. When the biopsy has resulted…
Julie Scott, DNP
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Melanoma
What is Melanoma? Melanoma is a cancer of the melanocytes, the pigment producing cells in the skin. Melanocytes can also be found in other areas outside of the skin, such as the eyes, genitals, and mouth, but melanoma most commonly develops in the skin. Risk Factors The rates of melanoma…
Julie Scott, DNP
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Prostate cancer: who is at risk and how to catch it early
What is Prostate cancer? Prostate cancer is common cancer in men. About 13% of men will be diagnosed with prostate cancer during their lifetime. It’s important to know that prostate cancer is very treatable, even in its advanced stages. Risk Factors The biggest risk factor men face for prostate cancer…
Julie Scott, DNP
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Overview of signs & symptoms- Lung Cancer
The ABCs of Lung Cancer: Overview of signs & Symptoms The symptoms of lunch cancer closely mimic other common illnesses such as a cold. It is very important to get screened early, especially if you have risk factors. The most common cause of lung cancer is smoking. Other common causes…
Zain Syed
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Sarcoma
What is Sarcoma? Sarcoma is cancer that can develop in many body parts, including bone, muscle, fat, and connective tissue. There are two main types of Sarcoma, Bone and Soft tissue Sarcomas. Soft tissue sarcomas can develop in soft tissues like fat, muscle, nerves, fibrous tissues, blood vessels, or deep…
Zain Syed
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Renal Cell Cancer
What is Renal Cell Cancer? Renal cell cancer is when you have cells in your kidneys are growing improperly. Renal cell cancer also called renal cell adenocarcinoma or kidney cancer, is a disease where the cancer cells are found in the lining of the tubules( tiny tubes) in the kidney.…
Zain Syed
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Pancreatic cancer screening and symptoms
How to know if you have Pancreatic Cancer? The pancreas is the organ in your body responsible for many things. One is releasing special enzymes that help break down your food. Most people know the pancreas as the organ that helps regulate the body's sugars with insulin and glucagon. The…
Zain Syed
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