Factors Affecting Chronic Lymphocytic Leukemia Life Expectancy
CLL is the most common type of leukemia, accounting for approximately 35 out of every 100 cases. The incidence is greater in older people; nearly 75 …
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Learn 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 ReadingAdjuvant Chemotherapy versus Neoadjuvant Chemotherapy
The difference between adjuvant chemotherapy versus neoadjuvant chemotherapy is timing. Adjuvant chemotherapy is delivered after surgical removal of a …
Continue ReadingChemotherapy for Small Cell Lung Cancer
This article discusses chemotherapy for small cell lung cancer. The most often used drugs are briefly discussed, with their common side effects.
Continue ReadingInformation on Longevity with Metastatic Prostate Cancer
Once cancer leaves the prostate area, and spreads to other areas of the body such as the bone, lymph nodes, etc., it is then called metastatic …
Continue ReadingA Guide to Alternative Treatments for Salivary Gland Cancer
This is an overview of some of the more popular alternative treatments for salivary gland cancer. Exercise, stress management, …
Continue ReadingChemotherapy and Aching Joints: Dealing with Joint Pain as a Side Effect
What is the relationship between chemotherapy and aching joints? Why does this side effect occur and what can be done for relief?
Continue ReadingBladder Cancer Prognosis
Discover the symptoms, treatments and prognosis of bladder cancer. Are you at risk? Know what options are available if you discover that you have the …
Continue ReadingSquamous Cell Carcinoma Appearance
Learn about this second most common type of skin cancer. Know what to look for when examining yourself to detect the appearance of squamous cell …
Continue ReadingCancer Survivors and Employment: Disease Related, Sociodemographic & Work-Related Factors
This article touches on factors affecting employment and work ability among cancer survivors. This is the second article in the series Cancer …
Continue ReadingRadiation Treatment for Throat Cancer
This is a basic overview of three options for radiation treatment for throat cancer. Use this article as a springboard to more questions for your …
Continue ReadingDuctal Cell Carcinoma In Situ
Ductal cell carcinoma in situ is a type of non-invasive breast cancer that develops in the milk ducts. This article discusses the symptoms, causes, …
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