...and severity of the cancer. Chemo, as it is commonly known, is expected to: Cure cancer – Chemotherapy can destroy the cancer cells completely until they can no longer be...
...when compared to the risk of developing colon cancer. References: “American Cancer Society recommendations for colorectal cancer early detection.” American Cancer Society. https://www.cancer.org/cancer/colon-rectal-cancer/detection-diagnosis-staging/acs-recommendations.html “Do you need a colonoscopy?” April 1,...
...treat all types of cancer, including: Breast cancer Colorectal (bowel) cancer Esophageal cancer Head and neck cancer Lung cancer Prostate cancer Brain tumour In any case, the main goal of...
...or other emotions connected to how the body is different post-cancer. Feeling healthy: Having no symptoms can also bring up emotions in some people. Some cancers, like ovarian cancer, have...
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...**Cancer Removal:** When lymph nodes are affected by cancer, removing them during lymphadenectomy can eliminate cancerous cells, potentially reducing the risk of recurrence. * **Prevention of Spread:** Lymphadenectomy can prevent...
...Society recommendations for early breast cancer detection in women without breast symptoms. Last Medical Review: Sept. 17, 2013. Last Revised: Jan. 28, 2014. Available at: http://www.cancer.org/cancer/breastcancer/moreinformation/breastcancerearlydetection/breast-cancer-early-detection-acs-recs. Accessed: March 23, 2014....
... – Comprehensive follow-up care is associated with improved long-term survival rates for certain types of cancer. **Keywords:** oncology follow-up, cancer surveillance, recurrence detection, symptom management, supportive care, cancer survivorship...
...Radiopharmaceutical therapy is beneficial for patients suffering from a wide range of medical conditions, including: Cancer (primary and metastatic) Bone cancer Prostate cancer Thyroid cancer Cancer of the lymph nodes...
...Livingstone; 2014:chap 95. National Cancer Institute: PDQ neuroblastoma treatment. Bethesda, MdD: National Cancer Institute. Date last modified 9/6/2013. Available at: www.cancer.gov/cancertopics/pdq/treatment/neuroblastoma/HealthProfessional. Accessed November 26, 2014. /trp_language] What is Neuroblastoma Treatment:...