A Common Colon Cancer Treatment: Radiation Therapy
In colon cancer treatment radiation therapy is one of the critical components. Radiation may be used before or after surgery. External or internal …
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Alternative Herbal Cancer Treatments
Herbal remedies for cancer is a topic of interest among all researchers. Besides the conventional treatment of cancer which involves drugs, radiation …
Continue ReadingBenefits of Interferon Therapy in Neuroendocrine Cancer
Interferon therapy in neuroendocrine cancer is an important part of the treatment plan in advanced stages. It helps to reduce the symptoms and improve …
Continue ReadingBreast Cancer Hormone Treatment: Types, Side Effects, Precautions & Concerns
This guide contains crucial information on breast cancer hormone treatment for patients, as well as caretakers and family members of breast cancer …
Continue ReadingHow Effective is Colon Cancer Chemo Treatment?
Colon cancer chemo treatment is necessary if the disease has reached an advanced stage. But in some cases, adjuvant or neoadjuvant chemotherapy may …
Continue ReadingKnow the Symptoms of Abdominal Cancer
Abdominal cancers may include stomach cancer, liver cancer, pancreatic cancer, renal cancer, colorectal cancer and ovarian cancer. Symptoms of …
Continue ReadingPrimary Treatments for Bone Cancer
Treatments for bone cancer primarily include surgery, chemotherapy and radiation therapy. These treatments may be used individually or in combination, …
Continue ReadingRole of Hormone Therapy in Lung Cancer
Recent studies have pointed towards the role of hormone therapy in lung cancer. Women who have taken combined hormone replacement therapy (HRT) may be …
Continue ReadingSigns and Symptoms of Cancer of the Colon: Why Early Detection is Important
It is common for people with colon cancer to experience no symptoms in the beginning of the disease. Blood in the stool and a change in bowel habits …
Continue ReadingTypes of Cancer Caused by Cigarette Use
You are probably aware that tobacco use and second hand smoke exposure are major risk factors for lung cancer. However, there are other types of …
Continue ReadingVarious Types of Cancers Commonly Found in the Human Body
It is important to have an awareness of the different types of cancer. Basic information about commonly found cancers in the human body can help to …
Continue ReadingProstate Cancer Drugs: Hormone Therapy, Chemotherapy and Immunotherapy Drugs
The drugs to treat prostate cancer fall into the categories of hormone therapy, chemotherapy and immunotherapy drugs. Each has specific actions to be …
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