RCHOP Chemotherapy for Non-Hodgkin Lymphoma
R-CHOP chemotherapy is the standard treatment protocol for non-Hodgkin lymphoma. The treatment is conducted in six to eight cycles over a period of …
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Learn What to Expect When a Loved One is Dying of Cancer
Losing a loved one is never an easy thing to deal with, but it best to prepare for a person’s death so that the proper arrangements can be made. …
Continue ReadingChemotherapy and Hypersensitivity to Temperature Are Related
Being overly sensitive to cold can be a problem from chemotherapy treatment. Chemotherapy and hypersensitivity to temperature can be managed and …
Continue ReadingEasing Metastatic Bone Cancer Pain With Medications, Radiation and Cryoablation
Anyone suffering from pain due to cancer complications has more than likely reached the advanced stages of cancer. Once cancer has spread to the bone, …
Continue ReadingThe Difference Between Normal and Malignant Cells
Find out the difference between normal and malignant cells, what malignant cells look like under the microscope and how the growth and behavior of …
Continue ReadingBeating Cancer with Nutrition: A Real Possibility
Beating cancer with nutrition is a distinct possibility. Check out the benefits of diet for patients suffering from cancer, and how it might help …
Continue ReadingMassage and Chemotherapy Induced Neuropathy: Benefits & Risks
Massage and chemotherapy induced neuropathy may have a complementary relationship, as reported by many patients who have experienced pain relief with …
Continue ReadingLearn about Over the Counter Drugs During Chemotherapy
Chemotherapy drugs are powerful agents which destroy cancer cells. They can react with over the counter medications, prescription drugs, herbs, …
Continue ReadingTips For Encouraging Healthy Hair Growth After Chemotherapy Treatment
Cancer patients can expect hair growth after chemotherapy to resume in the months following the conclusion of the treatment. As the gradual process …
Continue ReadingChemotherapy Safety Precautions
Several drugs used during chemotherapy are quite harmful to both healthcare professionals and the families of the patients. To avoid any exposure to …
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