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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Pancreatic Cancer
What is Pancreatic Cancer? Pancreatic cancer occurs when the cells within the pancreas grow out of control. Pancreatic cancer is the third leading cause of cancer death in the United States. Pancreatic cancers are hard to diagnose early since the signs and symptoms aren’t obvious, resulting in an advanced-stage diagnosis…
Zain Syed
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Non-Small Cell Cancer (NSCLC)
Approximately 85% of lung cancer cases are considered NSCLC, which arises from the lung's epithelial cells, a type of cell that lines the organ surface. Several types of non-small cell lung (NSCL) include adenocarcinoma, squamous cell carcinoma, and large cell carcinoma. Non-small-cell lung cancer is when the cells in your…
Zain Syed
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Small Cell Lung Cancer ( SCLC)
Lung cancer forms in the lung tissues, most often in the cells that line air passages. These cells grow and multiply uncontrollably, usually due to exposure to toxins such as tobacco, smoke, asbestos, and radiation. Diagnosis: If your doctor suspects you have lung cancer, they will do a diagnostic computed…
Zain Syed
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The future of early detection- Liquid biopsy
Cancer is a frightening disease that impacts many people worldwide, a molecular disorder characterized by the corruption of genetic information at the cellular level, with consequences resulting in changes to critical proteins and molecular circuits. While many treatment options are available, early detection is key to successful treatment; liquid biopsies…
Vino Cherian
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Ampullary Cancer
Ampullary cancer is a rare type that develops in the ampulla, a small sac-like structure where the bile duct and pancreatic duct enter the duodenum (the first part of the small intestine). Ampullary cancer often has symptoms similar to pancreatic cancer that are sometimes mistaken for the disease. The ampulla…
Vino Cherian
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Cancer Survivorship – Life After treatment
Cancer survivorship means different things to different people. For some, it may be a time of reflection and growth. Others may feel on a roller coaster of emotions, from joy to sadness. No matter your experience, there are ways to cope with the challenges of cancer survivorship. After completing treatment …
Pinaki Saha
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Cancer Survivors: Ways to Help Others
If you are a cancer survivor, you may wonder how you can help cancer patients who are still undergoing treatment. A common question among survivors is, “How do I give back?” There are many ways that you can offer support, both practical and emotional. Few ideas to give back as…
Vino Cherian
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Why a second opinion after a cancer diagnosis matters
Cancer care is an ever-evolving field where new treatments are continuously developed. So, it is always worth getting a second opinion when a person is diagnosed with cancer. Furthermore, research evidence indicates that most early-stage cancer patients are satisfied with the opinion of their first oncologist. So, what is a…
Vino Cherian
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The Little-known Cancer – Cancer of Unknown Primary (CUP)
CUP, also known as Cancer of unknown primary, is Cancer that has metastasized from another body part. The site where it began, also called the primary site, is unknown in this case. Why CUP is a challenging cancer? Cancer of unknown primary is often challenging because it tends to be…
Vino Cherian
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