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A little known side effect with a huge impact

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stage 2 prostate cancer symptoms :: Article Creator When And Why To Get Screened For Prostate Cancer Panelists discuss how identifying the right candidates for prostate cancer screening and understanding the role of routine screenings versus symptom-driven assessments are essential for early diagnosis and effective management. Video content above is prompted by the following: Could you tell us wWho should get screened for prostate cancer and when? How important is routing routine screening? What led to you to go for a screening? Was it a routine screening, or did you have any symptoms that led you to visit your doctor? Prostate Cancer Signs, Symptoms And Lifestyle Changes That Could Reduce Your Risk Prostate cancer is a disease found in men that develops in the prostate gland.  One in eight men will be diagnosed with prostate cancer in their lifetime, according to the American Cancer Society (ACS), with older men more likely

7 pain management options for cancer patients you might not know about

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oral chemotherapy :: Article Creator "Embarrassingly Simple" Tag Puts IV Chemotherapy Drugs In Pill Form Taking a pill is the easiest, least invasive way to take medicine, but unfortunately, not all drugs work that way. Now, Stanford scientists have found "an embarrassingly simple solution" that could make almost any drug molecule effective in oral pill form, testing it in mice with chemotherapy drugs that are normally administered through IV infusion. In essence, what the team has developed is a small molecular tag that can be attached to most drug molecules that makes them more effective as oral pills. This means that not only can current pills work the same with smaller or fewer doses, but other drugs that can't currently be given orally might now be viable in that form. "This is an embarrassingly simple solution to an old problem," said Mark Smith, lead author of the study. "With this strategy, we can a

Radiation-Induced Oral Mucositis

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my first symptoms of inflammatory breast cancer :: Article Creator Breast Cancer Resource Center AI Revolutionizes Early Breast Cancer Detection Despite following all recommended screenings, Regina Barzilay, PhD, was diagnosed with breast cancer. Discover how this Health Hero's experience led to an AI system that improves breast cancer prediction. Breast Cancer Diagnosis, Types & Stages Your doctor may suggest genetic counseling and testing.  Genetic testing is a medical test. It looks at your DNA to see if you were born with changes (mutations or variants) in genes. These changes raise your chances of getting breast and sometimes other cancers.  We'll ask for your written permission to do the test. Before testing, we'll review your personal and family cancer history to help decide which test is right for you. We'll explain the test and what the results could mean.   The test involves taking a sample of blood or sa

10 things to know about neuroendocrine tumors

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oral chemo side effects :: Article Creator Nurse's Life Changed Forever After Lip Filler Swelling Led To Horror Diagnosis Edita Jucaite was told to seek GP advice after receiving a routine lip filler procedure and was told to seek hospital attention not long after having her blood taken Edita Jucaite's lip swelled up after a lip filler injection ( Image: Leukaemia UK / SWNS) A nurse's life changed forever after she experienced a common side effect of a popular cosmetic procedure. Edita Jucaite, 36, had tried different procedures before without experiencing negative reactions afterwards, but a lip filler injection she received in April last year caused uncomfortable swelling. The injection, which the nurse received from a doctor colleague, immediately made her lip swell and caused severe bruising. After administering the injection, Edita - who had also been losing weight - said the doctor advised her to see a GP, who

Triple-negative breast cancer (TNBC) diagnosis and treatment: 7 things you should know

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early signs of stomach cancer :: Article Creator Pancreatic Cancer Symptoms And Warning Signs Your pancreas is a gland that makes enzymes to digest your food and hormones to regulate your blood sugar levels. Your pancreas is shaped like a comma and located deep in your belly, between your spine and your stomach. The head of your comma-shaped pancreas is on the right side of your belly, tucked into where your small intestine starts. The body and tail of your pancreas extend to the left, across your belly. Because it's so deep inside your belly, you may not have any symptoms or signs that anything is wrong until your condition is advanced. Because your pancreas is deep in your belly, you may not have symptoms of pancreatic cancer until after it has grown large or spread to other organs. (Photo Credit: Science Photo Library/Getty Images) The pancreas has a couple of types of cells: exocrine and endocrine cells. Exocrine cells make enzymes

12 things to know about alcohol and cancer

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first signs of enlarged prostate :: Article Creator 7 Key Symptoms Of Prostate Cancer To Watch For Prostate cancer is a major health concern for men worldwide — often developing without any immediate warning signs. Catching the symptoms early can mean the difference between successful treatment and prolonged struggles with the disease. By staying informed, men can take charge of their health, identify warning signs and seek medical attention promptly. Let's delve into the seven key symptoms of prostate cancer that every man should watch for and why they matter. Understanding prostate cancer Prostate cancer begins in the prostate gland — which is located just below the bladder and in front of the rectum. This gland plays a crucial role in producing fluid for semen. Though many cases of prostate cancer are slow-growing and may not present immediate dangers, some types can be aggressive and spread quickly. Early detection is crucial in improvi

10 things to know about neuroendocrine tumors

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enlarged prostate and bowel movements :: Article Creator Symptoms Of An Enlarged Prostate The symptoms of prostate enlargement really are manifest by two different factors. One is the actual size. As the gland gets bigger it's harder to push the urine through. The other cause for symptoms for men with signs of prostate enlargement isn't really the size of the gland, but the fact that the gland and surrounding tissues are involved with smooth muscle. It's part of the normal architecture, that those muscles squeeze down. So as they squeeze the urethra they block the flow as well, and that's another whole category of medications called alpha blockers that relax those muscles. Sheldon Marks, MD (cont.) The advantage to the alpha blockers is that they work very quickly, men have remarkable improvement in their urinating symptoms almost within days, and often avoid the need for any surgical intervention. The problem with the alpha bloc