Radiation Therapy Related Diseases & Conditions
Medical tests and procedures are used to diagnose and treat a wide variety of conditions. Our doctors have compiled a list of ailments related to the topic of Radiation Therapy that may be used to diagnose or monitor the status of the diseases and conditions listed below.
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Lung Cancer
Lung cancer kills more men and women than any other form of cancer. Eight out of 10 lung cancers are due
to tobacco smoke. Lung...learn more »
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Lung Cancer Article
- Lung cancer facts
- What is lung cancer?
- How common is lung cancer?
- What causes lung cancer?
- What are the types of lung cancer?
- What are lung cancer symptoms and signs?
- How is lung cancer diagnosed?
- What is staging of lung cancer?
- What is the treatment for lung cancer?
- What is the prognosis (outcome) of lung cancer?
- How can lung cancer be prevented?
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Low Testosterone (Low T) Article
- Low testosterone facts
- What is testosterone?
- What is low testosterone?
- What are the causes of low testosterone?
- What are the symptoms of low testosterone?
- When should I seek medical care for low testosterone?
- How is low testosterone diagnosed?
- What is the treatment for low testosterone?
- What are the complications of low testosterone?
- Can low testosterone be prevented?
- What is the outlook for a patient with low testosterone?
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Ovarian Cancer
There are many types of ovarian cancer, epithelial carcinoma is the most common. Women with a family history of ovarian cancer...learn more »
In This Article
Ovarian Cancer Article
- Ovarian cancer facts*
- What are the ovaries?
- What is ovarian cancer?
- What are risk factors for ovarian cancer?
- Ovarian cancer symptoms
- How is ovarian cancer diagnosed?
- How is staging for ovarian cancer determined?
- What is the treatment for ovarian cancer?
- Treatment methods
- Surgery
- Chemotherapy
- Radiation therapy
- What are the side effects of treatment for ovarian cancer?
- What follow-up care is necessary?
- Where can ovarian cancer
patients find support?
- What research is available for ovarian cancer patients?
- What resources are available to patients with ovarian
cancer?
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Bone Cancer
In the U.S., more than 2,000 people are diagnosed with bone cancer every year. There are many types of bone cancer. The most...learn more »
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Bone Cancer Article
- Bone cancer facts
- What are bones for?
- What is cancer?
- What causes bone cancer?
- What are bone cancer symptoms and signs?
- How is bone cancer diagnosed?
- What is the treatment for bone cancer?
- What are the side effects of treatment for bone cancer?
- What does the future hold for patients with bone cancer?
- Can bone cancer be prevented?
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Uterine Cancer
Though uterine cancer's cause is unknown, there are many factors that will put a woman at risk, including: over age 50,...learn more »
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Uterine Cancer Article
- What is the uterus?
- What is uterine cancer (endometrial cancer)?
- What causes uterine cancer? Who is at risk for uterine cancer?
- What are uterine cancer symptoms and signs?
- How is a diagnosis of uterine cancer determined?
- How is the stage determined for uterine cancer?
- What are treatment options for uterine cancer?
- What about surgery for the treatment of endometrial cancer?
- What about radiation therapy for the treatment of uterine cancer?
- What about chemotherapy for the treatment of endometrial cancer?
- What about hormone therapy for the treatment of uterine cancer?
- How does a person go about getting a second opinion after a uterine cancer diagnosis?
- What sort of follow-up treatment is needed during and after uterine cancer treatment?
- What support is available for patients with uterine cancer?
- What research is being done on uterine cancer?
- Uterine Cancer (Cancer of the Uterus, Endometrial Cancer) At A Glance
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Colon Cancer
Colon cancer is a malignancy that arises from the inner lining of the colon. Most, if not all, of these cancers develop from...learn more »
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Colon Cancer Article
- Colon cancer facts
- What is cancer?
- What is cancer of the colon and rectum?
- What are the causes of colon cancer?
- What are the symptoms of colon cancer?
- What tests can be done to detect colon cancer?
- How can colon cancer be prevented?
- What are the treatments and survival for colon cancer?
- What is the follow-up care for colon cancer?
- What does the future hold for patients with colorectal cancer?
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Pancreatic Cancer
Pancreatic cancer is a malignant tumor of the pancreas. Pancreatic cancer has been called a "silent" disease because early...learn more »
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Pancreatic Cancer Article
- Pancreatic cancer facts
- What is the pancreas, and what is the function of the pancreas?
- What is cancer?
- What is pancreatic cancer?
- What are pancreatic cancer causes and risk factors?
- What are the symptoms and signs of pancreatic cancer?
- How is the diagnosis of pancreatic cancer made?
- How is pancreatic cancer staged?
- What is the treatment for resectable pancreatic cancer?
- What is the treatment for locally advanced unresectable pancreatic cancer?
- What is the treatment for metastatic pancreatic cancer?
- What are side effects of pancreatic cancer treatment?
- What is the prognosis of pancreatic cancer?
- What research is being done on pancreatic cancer?
- Is complimentary or alternative therapy effective in pancreatic cancer treatment?
- Can pancreatic cancer be prevented?
- Where can people get support when coping with pancreatic cancer?
- Where can people find additional information about pancreatic cancer?
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Melanoma
Melanoma is a type of skin cancer which begins in skin cells called melanocytes and affects more than 53,600 people in the United...learn more »
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Melanoma Article
- Introduction
- What does melanoma look like? What are the symptoms and signs?
- What if the skin changes are rapid or dramatic?
- What are the causes and risk factors for melanoma?
- How do I know my level of risk for melanoma?
- What are the types of melanoma?
- How is melanoma diagnosed?
- How do doctors determine the prognosis (outlook) of a melanoma?
- What is the treatment for melanoma?
- What methods are available to help prevent melanoma?
- Conclusions
- What is in the future for melanoma?
- Melanoma At A Glance
- Additional Resources
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Thyroid Cancer
There are four major types of thyroid cancer: papillary, follicular, medullary, and anaplastic thyroid cancer. Tumors on the...learn more »
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Thyroid Cancer Article
- Thyroid cancer facts*
- What is the thyroid?
- What is cancer?
- What are the different types of thyroid cancer?
- Thyroid cancer symptoms*
- How is thyroid cancer diagnosed?
- How is staging determined for thyroid cancer?
- What is the treatment for thyroid cancer?
- Surgery
- Thyroid hormone treatment
- Radioactive iodine therapy
- External radiation therapy
- Chemotherapy
- Second opinion
- Follow-up care
- Sources of support
- Taking part in cancer research
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Breast Cancer
Breast cancer is the most common cancer in women and the second most common cause of cancer death in women in the U.S. Symptoms...learn more »
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Breast Cancer Article
- Breast cancer facts
- What is breast cancer?
- What are the different types of breast cancer?
- What causes breast cancer?
- What are breast cancer risk factors?
- What are breast cancer symptoms and signs?
- How is breast cancer diagnosed?
- How is breast cancer staging determined?
- What is the treatment for breast cancer?
- What is the prognosis of breast cancer?
- Can breast cancer be prevented?
- What research is being done on breast cancer? Should I participate in a clinical trial?
- I may have breast cancer. What questions should I ask my doctor?
- Is the doctor sure I have breast cancer?
- What type of breast cancer do I have?
- What difference does a precise diagnosis make?
- What has been done to exclude cancer in other areas of the same breast or in my other breast?
- What type of medical team do I need for the most accurate diagnosis?
- Is my family history relevant to my breast cancer diagnosis?
- What other studies should be done on my tissue biopsy?
- How urgent is it that I make decisions and begin treatment?
- Should I stop taking hormone therapy (HT)?
- Even though my breast tumor does not have hormone receptors,
should I take tamoxifen to reduce the risk of a new tumor?
- I have a ductal carcinoma in situ (DCIS), a type of localized
cancer. Why have I been advised to have a mastectomy when other women with invasive cancer have
lumpectomies?
- Should I start chemotherapy before surgery?
- If I am advised to have a mastectomy, what are the risks and
benefits of immediate breast reconstruction?
- Should my lymph nodes be removed?
- What is a sentinel lymph node biopsy and what are its benefits and risks?
- Are there any other questions I should ask my doctor?
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Keloid
A keloid is a scar that doesn't know when to stop. When the cells keep on reproducing, the result is an overgrown (hypertrophic)...learn more »
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Keloid Article
- What is a keloid?
- What is the difference between a keloid and a hypertrophic scar?
- What are keloid symptoms and signs?
- What is the cause of keloids?
- Which people are most susceptible to keloids?
- In which area of the body are keloids most likely to appear?
- Keloids and piercing
- Is keloid prevention possible?
- Is keloid removal necessary?
- What are the treatments for keloids?
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Stomach Cancer
Though the cause of stomach cancer is unknown, risk factors for stomach cancer include diet, H. pylori infection, smoking age,...learn more »
In This Article
Stomach Cancer Article
- What is the stomach?
- What is cancer, and how does stomach cancer spread?
- What are risk factors and causes of stomach cancer?
- What are symptoms of stomach cancer?
- How is stomach cancer diagnosed?
- How is staging determined?
- What is the treatment for stomach cancer?
- Surgery
- Chemotherapy
- Radiation therapy
- How do I go about getting a second opinion?
- What are some of the nutritional concerns of stomach cancer patients?
- What are treatment options for cancer that blocks the digestive tract?
- What follow-up care is necessary for stomach cancer patients? What about complementary and alternative medicine?
- What support is there for cancer patients?
- How can I take part in clinical trials for stomach cancer?
- Stomach Cancer At A Glance
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Brain Tumor
A brain tumor can be either benign (non cancerous) or malignant (cancerous), primary, or secondary. Causes and risk factors...learn more »
In This Article
Brain Tumor Article
- Brain tumor facts*
- What is the brain?
- What are the tumor grades and types?
- Tumor grade
- Types of primary brain tumors
- What are the risk factors for brain tumors?
- What are the symptoms of a brain tumor?
- How are brain tumors diagnosed?
- What is the treatment for a brain tumor?
- What type of surgery is available for brain tumors?
- Radiation therapy for brain tumors
- Chemotherapy for brain tumors
- What about a second opinion for brain tumor treatment?
- Nutrition during brain tumor treatment
- What supportive care is available for patients and caregivers?
- What about rehabilitation after brain tumor treatment?
- What about follow-up care after brain tumor treatment?
- Sources of support
- Taking part in cancer research
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Dry Mouth (Xerostomia) Article
- What is dry mouth?
- How common is dry mouth?
- What causes dry mouth?
- What are the signs and symptoms of dry mouth?
- What is the treatment for dry mouth?
- Can dry mouth be prevented?
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Skin Cancer
Skin cancer is the most common form of cancer
in humans. There are three main types of skin cancer; basal cell carcinoma...learn more »
In This Article
Skin Cancer Article
- Skin cancer facts
- Introduction
- Basal cell carcinoma
- Squamous cell carcinoma
- What about follow-up care for skin cancer?
- How about vitamin D and cancer?
- What resources are available to patients with skin cancer?
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Enlarged Spleen (Splenomegaly) Article
- What is an enlarged spleen?
- What are the causes of an enlarged spleen?
- What are the symptoms of an enlarged spleen?
- When should I seek medical care for an enlarged spleen?
- How is enlarged spleen diagnosed?
- What is the treatment for an enlarged spleen?
- What are the complications of an enlarged spleen?
- Can an enlarged spleen be prevented?
- What is the outlook (prognosis) for an enlarged spleen?
- Enlarged Spleen At A Glance
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Bladder Cancer
Treatment for bladder cancer depends on the stage of the disease, the grade of the tumor, and the type of bladder cancer. Options...learn more »
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Bladder Cancer Article
- What is the bladder?
- What are the layers of the bladder?
- What is bladder cancer?
- What is the burden of bladder cancer in the U.S.?
- What are the types of bladder cancer?
- What are bladder cancer causes and risk factors?
- What are bladder cancer symptoms and signs?
- How is bladder cancer diagnosed?
- How is bladder cancer staging determined?
- What is bladder cancer grading?
- What is transurethral surgery or "TURBT" for bladder cancer?
- What is the treatment for superficial bladder cancer?
- What is surveillance for bladder cancer?
- What is the treatment for muscle-invasive bladder cancer?
- What is chemotherapy for bladder cancer?
- What is the prognosis for bladder cancer?
- Can bladder cancer be prevented?
- Where can people find more information on bladder cancer?
- What research is being done on bladder cancer?
- Bladder Cancer At A glance
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Multiple Myeloma
Multiple myeloma is a form of cancer that develops in plasma cells, the white blood cells that make antibodies. Symptoms include...learn more »
In This Article
Multiple Myeloma Article
- What is multiple myeloma?
- What are multiple myeloma causes and risk factors?
- What are multiple myeloma symptoms and signs?
- How is multiple myeloma diagnosed?
- What are multiple myeloma stages?
- What is the treatment for multiple myeloma?
- What are methods of treatment for multiple myeloma?
- What supportive care can patients with
multiple myeloma require?
- What happens after treatment for multiple
myeloma?
- What support is available for cancer patients?
- What other resources are available to multiple
myeloma patients?
- Multiple Myeloma At A Glance
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Kidney Cancer
There are several types of kidney cancer, including renal cell cancer (renal adenocarcinoma or hypernephroma), transitional cell...learn more »
In This Article
Kidney Cancer Article
- What are the kidneys?
- What is cancer?
- What are kidney cancer causes and risk factor?
- What are kidney cancer symptoms and signs?
- How is kidney cancer diagnosed?
- How is kidney cancer staging determined?
- Methods of kidney cancer treatment
- What are the side effects of treatment for
kidney cancer?
- What happens after treatment for kidney cancer?
- What does the future hold in the field of kidney
cancer?
- What resources are there for patients with
kidney cancer?
- Kidney Cancer At A Glance
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In This Article
Thrombocytopenia (Low Platelet Count) Article
- What is thrombocytopenia?
- What causes thrombocytopenia?
- What are the symptoms of thrombocytopenia?
- When should I seek medical care for thrombocytopenia?
- How is thrombocytopenia diagnosed?
- How is thrombocytopenia treated?
- What are the complications of thrombocytopenia?
- Can thrombocytopenia be prevented?
- Thrombocytopenia At A Glance
- Related thrombocytopenia article:
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Non-Hodgkin's Lymphoma Article
- Non-Hodgkin's lymphoma facts
- What is non-Hodgkin's lymphoma?
- What causes non-Hodgkin's lymphoma?
- What are risk factors for non-Hodgkin's lymphoma?
- What are symptoms and signs of non-Hodgkin's lymphoma?
- How is non-Hodgkin's lymphoma diagnosed?
- What are the types of non-Hodgkin's lymphoma, and how is non-Hodgkin's lymphoma
staging determined?
- What is the treatment for non-Hodgkin's lymphoma?
- What is the prognosis and survival rates of non-Hodgkin's lymphoma?
- Where can people find more information about non-Hodgkin's lymphoma?
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Cervical Cancer
Cervical cancer is cancer of the entrance to the womb (uterus). Regular pelvic exams and Pap testing can detect precancerous...learn more »
In This Article
Cervical Cancer Article
- Cervical cancer facts*
- What is the cervix?
- What is cancer?
- What are the risk factors and causes of
cervical cancer?
- What are the symptoms of cervical cancer?
- How is cervical cancer diagnosed?
- How is staging of cervical cancer determined?
- What is the treatment for
cervical cancer?
- What are methods of treatment for cervical cancer?
- How do I go about getting a second opinion?
- What follow-up care is involved after cervical cancer treatment?
- What support, research, and clinical trials information
is available for cervical cancer patients?
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Esophageal Cancer
Esophageal cancer is a disease in which malignant cells form in the esophagus. Risk factors of cancer of the esophagus include...learn more »
In This Article
Esophageal Cancer Article
- Esophageal cancer facts*
- What is the esophagus?
- What is cancer?
- What are the types of esophageal cancer?
- What are esophageal cancer causes and risk factors?
- What are esophageal cancer symptoms and signs?
- How is esophageal cancer diagnosed?
- What are the stages of esophageal cancer?
- What is the treatment for esophageal cancer?
- Surgery
- Radiation therapy
- Chemotherapy
- Should people get a second opinion after an esophageal cancer diagnosis?
- What are the side effects of treatment for cancer of the
esophagus?
- What follow-up care is necessary during recovery?
- Where can people get support for esophageal cancer?
- How can people with esophageal cancer participate in clinical trials?
- Where can people find more information about esophageal cancer?
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Oral Cancer
The term oral cancer includes cancer of the mouth (oral cavity) and the back of the mouth (oropharynx). Red and white patches...learn more »
In This Article
Oral Cancer Article
- What is the oral cavity?
- What is cancer?
- Who's at risk for oral cancer?
- What are the symptoms of oral cancer?
- How is oral cancer diagnosed?
- How is oral cancer treated?
- Methods of treatment
- What are the side effects of treatment for oral cancer?
- What is rehabilitation for oral cancer?
- What happens after treatment for oral cancer?
- What does the future hold for patients with oral cancer?
- What resources are available to patients with oral cancer?
- Oral Cancer At A Glance
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Cushing's Syndrome
Cushing's syndrome, sometimes referred to as hypercortisolism, is a hormonal disorder caused by prolonged exposure to high levels...learn more »
In This Article
Cushing's Syndrome Article
- What is Cushing's syndrome?
- What are the symptoms of Cushing's syndrome?
- What causes Cushing's syndrome?
- How is Cushing's syndrome diagnosed?
- How is Cushing's syndrome treated?
- What research is being done on Cushing's syndrome?
- For more information
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Hodgkin's Disease
Hodgkin's disease is a cancer of the lymphatic system with symptoms that include unexplained, recurring fevers, unexplained...learn more »
In This Article
Hodgkin's Disease Article
- Hodgkin's lymphoma facts*
- What is Hodgkin's lymphoma?
- What are Hodgkin's lymphoma causes and risk factors?
- What are Hodgkin's lymphoma symptoms and signs?
- How is Hodgkin's lymphoma diagnosed?
- How is the staging determined for Hodgkin's lymphoma?
- What is the treatment for Hodgkin's lymphoma?
- Chemotherapy for Hodgkin's lymphoma
- Radiation therapy for Hodgkin's lymphoma
- Stem cell transplantation for Hodgkin's lymphoma
- How do people get a second opinion for Hodgkin's lymphoma?
- Nutrition during cancer treatment
- What happens after treatment for Hodgkin's lymphoma?
- What other support is available for cancer patients?
- Clinical trials for Hodgkin's lymphoma
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Neutropenia
Neutropenia is a marked decrease in the number of neutrophils, neutrophils being a type of white blood cell (specifically a form...learn more »
In This Article
Neutropenia Article
- What is neutropenia?
- How is neutropenia defined?
- What are the clinical consequences of neutropenia?
- What causes neutropenia?
- How is neutropenia diagnosed?
- How is neutropenia treated?
- Neutropenia At A Glance
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In This Article
Abdominal Adhesions (Scar Tissue) Article
- Abdominal adhesions facts*
- What are abdominal adhesions?
- What causes abdominal adhesions?
- How can abdominal adhesions cause intestinal obstruction?
- How can abdominal adhesions cause female infertility?
- What are the symptoms of abdominal adhesions?
- What are the symptoms of an intestinal obstruction?
- How are abdominal adhesions and intestinal obstructions diagnosed?
- How are abdominal adhesions and intestinal obstructions treated?
- Can abdominal adhesions be prevented?
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Penis Cancer
Signs and symptoms of penile cancer include a lump on the penis and redness, irritation, or a sore on the penis. Risk of penis...learn more »
In This Article
Penis Cancer Article
- What is cancer of the penis?
- What are causes and risk factors for penis cancer?
- What are symptoms and signs of penis cancer?
- How is penile cancer diagnosed?
- What factors affect prognosis and treatment of penile cancer?
- How is staging of penile cancer determined?
- What is the treatment for penis cancer?
- What are treatment options by stage?
- Where can I get more information about penis cancer?
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Anal Cancer
Anal cancer, cancer located at the end of the large intestine, has symptoms that include anal or rectal bleeding, anal pain or...learn more »
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Anal Cancer Article
- What is anal cancer?
- What are the risk factors for anal cancer?
- What are the signs and symptoms of anal cancer?
- How is anal cancer diagnosed?
- What affects the prognosis?
- How is the staging of anal cancer determined?
- What is recurrent anal cancer?
- What is the treatment for anal cancer?
- How does staging affect the treatment of anal cancer?
- What are the treatment options for recurrent anal cancer?
- Where can I find more information about anal cancer?
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Testicular Cancer
Testicular cancer symptoms include a painless lump or swelling in a testicle, testicle or scrotum pain, a dull ache in the...learn more »
In This Article
Testicular Cancer Article
- What is testicular cancer?
- What are testicular cancer risk factors and causes?
- How is testicular cancer detected? What are testicular cancer symptoms and warning signs?
- How is testicular cancer diagnosed?
- How is testicular cancer treated? What are the side effects of treatment for
testicular cancer?
- Is follow-up treatment necessary for
testicular cancer? What does it involve?
- Are clinical trials (research studies) available for men with testicular cancer?
- Testicular Cancer At A Glance
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Prostate Cancer
Prostate cancer is an uncontrolled (malignant) growth of cells in the prostate gland. Prostate cancer is the second
leading...learn more »
In This Article
Prostate Cancer Article
- What is the prostate gland?
- What is prostate cancer?
- Why is prostate cancer important?
- What are prostate cancer causes?
- What are prostate cancer symptoms and signs?
- What are the screening tests for prostate cancer?
- What are false-positive elevations in the PSA test?
- What refinements have been made in the PSA test?
- How is prostate cancer diagnosed?
- How is the staging of prostate cancer done?
- What are the treatment options for prostate cancer?
- What about prostate cancer surgery?
- What about radiation therapy for prostate cancer?
- What about hormonal treatment for prostate cancer?
- What is cryotherapy for prostate cancer?
- What is HIFU for prostate cancer?
- What is chemotherapy for prostate cancer?
- What are the differences between hormonal treatment and chemotherapy?
- What about herbal or other alternative medicine treatments for prostate cancer?
- What is active surveillance for prostate cancer?
- Can prostate cancer be prevented?
- What will be the future treatments for prostate cancer?
- Prostate Cancer At A Glance
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Lymphedema
Lymphedema is a condition in which one or more extremities become swollen as the result of an impaired flow of the lymphatic...learn more »
In This Article
Lymphedema Article
- Lymphedema facts
- What is lymphedema?
- What causes lymphedema?
- What are the symptoms of lymphedema?
- How is lymphedema diagnosed?
- What are possible treatments for lymphedema?
- What are complications of lymphedema?
- Can lymphedema be prevented?
- What is the prognosis for lymphedema?
- Where can one get help and support for lymphedema?
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Cancer
Cancer is a disease caused by an abnormal growth of cells, also called malignancy. It is a group of 100 different diseases, and...learn more »
In This Article
Cancer Article
- What is cancer?
- What causes cancer?
- What are cancer symptoms and signs?
- What are the different types of cancer?
- How is cancer diagnosed?
- How is cancer staging determined?
- What is the treatment for cancer?
- What is the prognosis for cancer?
- Can cancer be prevented?
- Where can people find more information about cancer?
- Cancer At A Glance
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Male Breast Cancer
Male breast cancer accounts for 1% of all breast cancers, and most cases are found in men between the ages of 60 and 70. A man's...learn more »
In This Article
Male Breast Cancer Article
- What is male breast cancer?
- How common is male breast cancer?
- What are causes and risk factors of male breast cancer?
- What are the different types of male breast cancer?
- What are male breast
cancer symptoms and signs?
- How is male breast cancer diagnosed?
- What is staging of male breast cancer?
- What is the treatment for male breast cancer?
- What is the outcome (prognosis) of male breast
cancer?
- Male Breast Cancer At A Glance
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Fatigue
Fatigue can be described in various ways. Sometimes fatigue is described as feeling a lack of energy and motivation (both mental...learn more »
In This Article
Fatigue Article
- Fatigue Facts
- Fatigue introduction
- What causes fatigue?
- What are the signs and symptoms of fatigue?
- How is the cause of fatigue diagnosed?
- What is the treatment for fatigue?
- Can fatigue be prevented?
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In This Article
Salivary Gland Cancer Article
- What is salivary gland cancer?
- What increases the risk of salivary gland cancer?
- What are symptoms and signs of salivary gland cancer?
- What exams and tests are used to detect and diagnose salivary gland cancer?
- What is the prognosis for salivary gland cancer?
- What tests are done to determine if salivary gland cancer has spread?
- How does salivary gland cancer spread in the body?
- What are the stages for salivary gland cancer?
- What is the treatment for salivary gland cancer?
- How does staging affect treatment options?
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In This Article
Prolactinoma (Pituitary Tumor) Article
- What is a prolactinoma (pituitary tumor)?
- What is the normal function of prolactin?
- What is the pituitary gland?
- Where is the pituitary gland located?
- What problems are caused by a pituitary tumor?
- How common is a prolactinoma?
- What are the types of prolactinomas?
- What causes a prolactinoma?
- What symptoms are caused by a prolactinoma?
- Aside from a prolactinoma, what else can cause prolactin levels to rise?
- How is a prolactinoma diagnosed?
- What follow-up tests are done after a prolactinoma diagnosis?
- What are the goals of treatment of a prolactinoma?
- How is a prolactinoma treated?
- What medications are used to treat
prolactinomas?
- What is the surgical treatment of a prolactinoma?
- How do I choose a skilled neurosurgeon?
- Does a prolactinoma affect pregnancy and oral contraceptives?
- Do prolactinomas affect oral contraceptives?
- Is osteoporosis a risk in women with high prolactin levels?
- Prolactinoma At A Glance
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Larynx Cancer
Symptoms of cancer of the larynx, the organ at the front of the neck, include hoarseness, a lump in the neck, sore throat, cough,...learn more »
In This Article
Larynx Cancer Article
- Throat cancer (larynx cancer) facts*
- What is the larynx?
- What is cancer?
- Who is at risk for larynx cancer?
- What are symptoms of larynx cancer?
- How is larynx cancer diagnosed?
- How is staging for throat cancer determined?
- What are treatment options for larynx cancer?
- Surgery
- Radiation therapy
- Chemotherapy
- Targeted therapy
- How does a person get a second opinion after a throat cancer diagnosis?
- What can people with throat cancer eat?
- What is involved in rehabilitation after surgery for larynx cancer?
- What follow-up care is needed after treatment for throat cancer?
- What support is available for patients with
larynx cancer?
- What research is being done on throat cancer? What about clinical trials?
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Cataracts
A cataract is an eye disease that causes the eye's lens to become cloudy and opaque with decreased vision. Causes of cataracts...learn more »
In This Article
Cataracts Article
- Facts about cataracts
- What is a cataract?
- What are the different types of cataracts?
- What are causes of cataracts?
- What are risk factors for cataracts?
- What are the symptoms of cataracts?
- What are the signs of cataracts?
- How are cataracts diagnosed?
- What is the treatment for cataracts?
- What are the different types of cataract surgery, and what risks are
involved?
- What are complications of cataracts?
- What is the prognosis of cataracts?
- Can cataracts be prevented?
- Where can people get more information on cataracts?
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In This Article
Paget Disease of the Breast Article
- Paget disease of the breast key points
- What is Paget disease of the breast?
- Who gets Paget disease of the breast?
- What causes Paget disease of the breast?
- What are the symptoms of Paget disease of the breast?
- How is Paget disease of the breast diagnosed?
- How is Paget disease of the breast treated?
- What is the prognosis for people with Paget disease of the breast?
- What research studies are under way on Paget disease of the breast?
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Brain Cancer
Cancers that form from brain tissue are called primary brain tumors. Brain tumors may be malignant (brain cancer) or benign....learn more »
In This Article
Brain Cancer Article
- Brain cancer facts
- What is brain cancer?
- What is metastatic brain cancer?
- What causes brain cancer?
- Do cell phones cause brain cancer?
- What are the symptoms and signs of brain cancer?
- What tests are used to diagnose brain cancer?
- What is the treatment for brain cancer?
- What are the side effects of brain cancer treatment?
- What is the prognosis (outcome) of treated brain cancer?
- What can I do to help my family (and me) cope with my diagnosis of brain
cancer?
- How is brain cancer prevented?
- Where can I get more information about my type of brain cancer?
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Carcinoid Syndrome and Carcinoid Tumor Article
- What is a carcinoid tumor?
- What is the carcinoid syndrome?
- How common are carcinoid tumors and carcinoid syndrome?
- What is the prognosis and natural history of carcinoid tumors?
- Where do carcinoid tumors occur?
- How are carcinoid tumors and carcinoid syndrome diagnosed?
- How are carcinoid tumors and carcinoid syndrome treated?
- Carcinoid Syndrome and Carcinoid Tumors At A Glance
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Gallbladder Cancer
Gallbladder cancer is a rare form of cancer with symptoms that include jaundice, abdominal pain, fever, nausea and vomiting,...learn more »
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Gallbladder Cancer Article
- What is gallbladder cancer?
- What are risk factors for gallbladder cancer?
- What are symptoms and signs of gallbladder cancer?
- What exams and tests are used to diagnose gallbladder cancer?
- What factors affects the prognosis for gallbladder cancer?
- How is the staging of gallbladder cancer determined?
- What is the treatment for gallbladder cancer?
- Where can people get more information about gallbladder cancer?
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Head and Neck Cancer
Head and neck cancer is cancer of the oral cavity, salivary glands, paranasal sinuses and nasal cavity, pharynx, larynx, or lymph...learn more »
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Head and Neck Cancer Article
- What is cancer?
- What kinds of cancers are considered cancers of the head and neck?
- How common are head and neck cancers?
- What causes head and neck cancers?
- What are common symptoms of head and neck cancers?
- How are head and neck cancers diagnosed?
- What health professionals treat patients with head and neck cancers?
- How are head and neck cancers treated?
- Are clinical trials (research studies) available for patients with head and neck cancers?
- What rehabilitation or support options are available for patients with head and neck cancers?
- Is follow-up treatment necessary? What does it involve?
- What can people who have had head and neck cancer do to reduce the risk of developing a second primary (new) cancer?
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Neuroblastoma
Neuroblastoma is a type of cancer that usually afflicts children under 5 years of age. The cancer forms in the adrenal glands,...learn more »
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Neuroblastoma Article
- What is neuroblastoma?
- What are symptoms and signs of neuroblastoma?
- What tests are used in the detection and diagnosis of neuroblastoma?
- What is the prognosis for neuroblastoma?
- What are the stages of neuroblastoma?
- What is the treatment for neuroblastoma?
- What are treatment options for neuroblastoma?
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Vaginal Cancer
Vaginal cancer is fairly uncommon. There are two types of vaginal cancer: squamous cell carcinoma and adenocarcinoma. Risk...learn more »
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Vaginal Cancer Article
- What is vaginal cancer?
- What are causes and risk factors for vaginal cancer?
- What are symptoms and signs of vaginal cancer?
- What tests are used to diagnose vaginal cancer?
- What is the prognosis for vaginal cancer?
- How is staging determined for vaginal cancer?
- What is the treatment for vaginal cancer?
- Treatment options by stage
- Treatment options for recurrent vaginal cancer
- Where can I find more information about vaginal cancer?
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Growth Plate Fractures and Injuries Article
- What Is the Growth Plate?
- Who Gets Growth Plate Injuries?
- What Causes Growth Plate Injuries?
- How Are Growth Plate Fractures Diagnosed?
- What Kind of Doctor Treats Growth Plate Injuries?
- How Are Growth Plate Injuries Treated?
- What Is the Prognosis for Growth in the Involved Limb of a Child With a
Growth Plate Injury?
- What Are Researchers Trying To Learn About Growth Plate Injuries?
- Where Can People Find More Information About Growth Plate Injuries?
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Urethral Cancer
Urethral cancer is a rare form of cancer that primarily affects white females, people over 60 years of age, and those who have...learn more »
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Urethral Cancer Article
- What is urethral cancer?
- What are risk factors for urethral cancer?
- What are symptoms and signs of urethral cancer?
- How is urethral cancer diagnosed?
- What is the prognosis for urethral cancer?
- How is staging of urethral cancer determined?
- What are the treatment options for urethral cancer?
- What is the treatment for anterior urethral cancer?
- What is the treatment for posterior urethral cancer?
- What is the treatment for recurrent urethral cancer?
- Where can people find more information about urethral cancer?
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Nasopharyngeal Cancer
Nasopharyngeal cancer is a form of cancer in which malignant cells form in the nasopharynx tissues. Risk factors include being of...learn more »
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Nasopharyngeal Cancer Article
- What is nasopharyngeal cancer?
- What are risk factors for nasopharyngeal cancer?
- What are symptoms and signs of nasopharyngeal cancer?
- How is nasopharyngeal cancer diagnosed?
- What is the prognosis for nasopharyngeal cancer?
- What are the stages of nasopharyngeal cancer?
- What is the treatment for nasopharyngeal cancer?
- What are treatment options by stage?
- Where can I get more information about nasopharyngeal cancer?
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Inflammatory Breast Cancer Article
- What is inflammatory breast cancer?
- What are the symptoms of inflammatory breast cancer?
- How is inflammatory breast cancer diagnosed?
- How is inflammatory breast cancer treated?
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Urinary Incontinence Article
- Urinary incontinence (UI) in men facts*
- Urinary incontinence (UI) introduction
- What causes urinary incontinence (UI) in men?
- How is urinary incontinence (UI) diagnosed?
- How is urinary incontinence (UI) treated?
- How do you do Kegel exercises?
- Hope through research
- For more information
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Taste Disorders
The most common taste disorder is phantom taste perception; that is, a lingering, often unpleasant taste even though you have...learn more »
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Taste Disorders Article
- How common are taste disorders?
- How does our sense of taste work?
- What are the taste disorders?
- What causes taste disorders?
- How are taste disorders diagnosed?
- Are taste disorders serious?
- Can taste disorders be treated?
- What research is being done?
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Thymoma
Thymoma is an uncommon cancer of the thymus gland. Many thymomas are asymptomatic. When symptoms do occur, they include chest...learn more »
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Thymoma Article
- Thymoma facts
- What is thymoma?
- What causes thymoma, and what are risk factors for thymoma?
- What are signs and symptoms of thymoma?
- What other medical conditions are associated with thymoma?
- How is thymoma diagnosed?
- What are the stages of thymoma?
- What is the treatment for thymoma?
- What is the prognosis for thymoma?
- Can thymoma be prevented?
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Childhood Acute Lymphoblastic Leukemia (ALL) Article
- What is childhood acute lymphoblastic leukemia (ALL)?
- What are causes and risk factors for childhood acute lymphoblastic leukemia (ALL)?
- What are symptoms and signs of childhood acute lymphoblastic leukemia (ALL)?
- How is childhood acute lymphoblastic leukemia (ALL) diagnosed?
- What is the prognosis for childhood acute lymphoblastic leukemia (ALL)?
- What are the stages of childhood acute lymphoblastic leukemia (ALL)?
- What is recurrent childhood acute lymphoblastic leukemia (ALL)?
- What is the treatment for childhood acute lymphoblastic leukemia (ALL)?
- What treatments are being tested in clinical trials?
- What is the treatment for recurrent childhood acute lymphoblastic leukemia (ALL)?
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Mesothelioma
Mesothelioma is a form of cancer that forms in the chest lining (pleural mesothelioma), abdomen (peritoneal mesothelioma), and...learn more »
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Mesothelioma Article
- Mesothelioma facts
- What is mesothelioma?
- What are the symptoms of mesothelioma?
- What causes mesothelioma?
- How much exposure does it take to get mesothelioma?
- How long does it take after exposure for mesothelioma to show up?
- How is mesothelioma diagnosed?
- What is the prognosis for mesothelioma?
- What is the treatment for mesothelioma?
- Is there any promising research or are there promising drugs for mesothelioma?
- What other kinds of information is available for people
with mesothelioma?
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Premature Ovarian Failure (POF) Article
- What is premature ovarian failure (POF)?
- What causes premature ovarian failure?
- What happens differently in premature ovarian failure?
- How many women have premature ovarian failure?
- What are the symptoms of premature ovarian failure?
- How do I know if I have premature ovarian failure?
- Are there treatments for the symptoms of premature ovarian failure?
- Is HRT safe for me to take if I have premature ovarian failure?
- How will having premature ovarian failure affect my overall health?
- Does having premature ovarian failure mean that I'll be infertile or unable to have children?
- What are researchers doing to learn more about premature ovarian failure?
- Where can I go for more information about premature ovarian failure?
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Peyronie's Disease (Curvature of the Penis) Article
- Peyronie's disease facts*
- What is Peyronie's disease?
- What are the symptoms of Peyronie's disease?
- What causes Peyronie's disease?
- How does Peyronie's disease develop?
- How is Peyronie's disease evaluated?
- How is Peyronie's disease treated?
- Medical treatments for Peyronie's disease
- Surgery for Peyronie's disease
- Hope through Research
- For More Information about Peyronie's disease
- Acknowledgments
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Biorhythms
Biologic rhythms, or biorhythms, are how our bodies respond to the regular phases of the sun, moon, and seasons. A medical...learn more »
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Biorhythms Article
- What are biologic rhythms?
- How does the "body clock" affects symptoms of illness?
- What are examples of specific diseases affected by biorhythms?
- Angina
- Heart attack
- High blood pressure (hypertension)
- Hay fever (allergic rhinitis)
- Asthma
- Can the "body clock" affect diagnostic testing?
- Can drug therapy be matched to the "body clock?"
- Chronobiology: marking time, making progress
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Premature Menopause
Premature menopause is when menopause occurs in a woman before the age of 40. Causes of premature menopause include premature...learn more »
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Premature Menopause Article
- Premature menopause facts
- What is premature menopause?
- What causes premature menopause?
- Who is at risk for premature menopause?
- What are the symptoms for premature menopause?
- What tests are used to diagnose premature menopause?
- Is there any treatment for premature menopause?
- What are complications of premature menopause?
- What is the outlook (prognosis) for premature menopause?
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Breast Cancer Prevention Article
- Introduction to breast cancer prevention
- What are the biological causes of breast cancer?
- What are the risk factors for developing breast cancer?
- What is the importance of early breast cancer detection?
- What are the advantages and limitations of mammography?
- How frequently should women undergo mammography and breast examinations?
- What is the risk of radiation with repeated mammography screening over the years?
- Are there any controversies in the area of breast cancer screening?
- How helpful are BRCA1 and BRCA2 genetic tests in identifying women at risk?
- What is the link between estrogen and breast cancer?
- What are breast cancer prevention treatments?
- Are there other breast cancer prevention measures?
- Conclusion
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Bowel Incontinence
Bowel or fecal incontinence refers to the loss of voluntary control of stool, or bowel movements. The condition can include...learn more »
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Bowel Incontinence Article
- Bowel incontinence introduction
- What causes bowel incontinence?
- How is bowel incontinence diagnosed?
- How is bowel incontinence treated?
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Cancer Fatigue
Cancer fatigue is a lack of energy that is caused by cancer or cancer treatment, including chemotherapy, radiation, biological...learn more »
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Cancer Fatigue Article
- Introduction to cancer fatigue
- What causes cancer-related fatigue?
- What other factors contribute to fatigue?
- What can I do to combat fatigue?
- How does nutrition impact energy level?
- How does exercise impact energy level?
- How can I manage my stress?
- When should I call my doctor?
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Breast Cancer and Coping With Stress Article
- What Causes Stress Among Breast Cancer Patients?
- How Can I Reduce Stress?
- How Can I Learn To Relax?
- What Are Some Effective Relaxation Exercises?
- How Do I Keep Track Of My Medical Information?
- What Types Of Help Are Available?
- What If I Become Unable To Make Decisions About My Health Care?
- Should I Write A Will?
- What Should Family Members And Friends Keep In Mind?
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