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What is (are) Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer ? | Nonsmall cell lung cancer is a disease in which malignant (cancer) cells form in the tissues of the lung. There are several types of nonsmall cell lung cancer. Smoking is the major risk factor for nonsmall cell lung cancer. Signs of nonsmall cell lung cancer include a cough that doesn't go away and shortness of breath.... |
Who is at risk for Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer? ? | Smoking is the major risk factor for nonsmall cell lung cancer. Anything that increases your chance of getting a disease is called a risk factor. Having a risk factor does not mean that you will get cancer; not having risk factors doesn't mean that you will not get cancer. Talk to your doctor if you think you may be at... |
What are the symptoms of Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer ? | Signs of nonsmall cell lung cancer include a cough that doesn't go away and shortness of breath. Sometimes lung cancer does not cause any signs or symptoms. It may be found during a chest xray done for another condition. Signs and symptoms may be caused by lung cancer or by other conditions. Check with your doctor if y... |
How to diagnose Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer ? | Tests that examine the lungs are used to detect (find), diagnose, and stage nonsmall cell lung cancer. Tests and procedures to detect, diagnose, and stage nonsmall cell lung cancer are often done at the same time. Some of the following tests and procedures may be used: Physical exam and history : An exam of the body to... |
What is the outlook for Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer ? | Certain factors affect prognosis (chance of recovery) and treatment options. The prognosis (chance of recovery) and treatment options depend on the following: The stage of the cancer (the size of the tumor and whether it is in the lung only or has spread to other places in the body). The type of lung cancer. Whether th... |
What are the stages of Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer ? | After lung cancer has been diagnosed, tests are done to find out if cancer cells have spread within the lungs or to other parts of the body. There are three ways that cancer spreads in the body. Cancer may spread from where it began to other parts of the body. The following stages are used for nonsmall cell lung cancer... |
What are the treatments for Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer ? | There are different types of treatment for patients with nonsmall cell lung cancer. Nine types of standard treatment are used: Surgery Radiation therapy Chemotherapy Targeted therapy Laser therapy Photodynamic therapy (PDT) Cryosurgery Electrocautery Watchful waiting New types of treatment are being tested in clinical ... |
what research (or clinical trials) is being done for Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer ? | New types of treatment are being tested in clinical trials. This summary section describes treatments that are being studied in clinical trials. It may not mention every new treatment being studied. Information about clinical trials is available from the NCI website. Chemoprevention Chemoprevention is the use of drugs,... |
What is (are) Uterine Sarcoma ? | Uterine sarcoma is a disease in which malignant (cancer) cells form in the muscles of the uterus or other tissues that support the uterus. Being exposed to xrays can increase the risk of uterine sarcoma. Signs of uterine sarcoma include abnormal bleeding. Tests that examine the uterus are used to detect (find) and diag... |
Who is at risk for Uterine Sarcoma? ? | Being exposed to xrays can increase the risk of uterine sarcoma. Anything that increases your risk of getting a disease is called a risk factor. Having a risk factor does not mean that you will get cancer; not having risk factors doesnt mean that you will not get cancer. Talk with your doctor if you think you may be at... |
What are the symptoms of Uterine Sarcoma ? | Signs of uterine sarcoma include abnormal bleeding. Abnormal bleeding from the vagina and other signs and symptoms may be caused by uterine sarcoma or by other conditions. Check with your doctor if you have any of the following: Bleeding that is not part of menstrual periods. Bleeding after menopause. A mass in the vag... |
How to diagnose Uterine Sarcoma ? | Tests that examine the uterus are used to detect (find) and diagnose uterine sarcoma. The following tests and procedures may be used: Physical exam and history : An exam of the body to check general signs of health, including checking for signs of disease, such as lumps or anything else that seems unusual. A history of... |
What is the outlook for Uterine Sarcoma ? | Certain factors affect prognosis (chance of recovery) and treatment options. The prognosis (chance of recovery) and treatment options depend on the following: The stage of the cancer. The type and size of the tumor. The patient's general health. Whether the cancer has just been diagnosed or has recurred (come back). |
What are the stages of Uterine Sarcoma ? | After uterine sarcoma has been diagnosed, tests are done to find out if cancer cells have spread within the uterus or to other parts of the body. Uterine sarcoma may be diagnosed, staged, and treated in the same surgery. There are three ways that cancer spreads in the body. Cancer may spread from where it began to othe... |
What are the treatments for Uterine Sarcoma ? | There are different types of treatment for patients with uterine sarcoma. Four types of standard treatment are used: Surgery Radiation therapy Chemotherapy Hormone therapy New types of treatment are being tested in clinical trials. Patients may want to think about taking part in a clinical trial. Patients can enter cli... |
what research (or clinical trials) is being done for Uterine Sarcoma ? | New types of treatment are being tested in clinical trials. Information about clinical trials is available from the NCI website. Patients may want to think about taking part in a clinical trial. For some patients, taking part in a clinical trial may be the best treatment choice. Clinical trials are part of the cancer r... |
What is (are) Extragonadal Germ Cell Tumors ? | Extragonadal germ cell tumors form from developing sperm or egg cells that travel from the gonads to other parts of the body. Age and gender can affect the risk of extragonadal germ cell tumors. Signs and symptoms of extragonadal germ cell tumors include breathing problems and chest pain. Imaging and blood tests are us... |
Who is at risk for Extragonadal Germ Cell Tumors? ? | Age and gender can affect the risk of extragonadal germ cell tumors. Anything that increases your chance of getting a disease is called a risk factor. Having a risk factor does not mean that you will get cancer; not having risk factors doesnt mean that you will not get cancer. Talk with your doctor if you think you may... |
What are the symptoms of Extragonadal Germ Cell Tumors ? | Signs and symptoms of extragonadal germ cell tumors include breathing problems and chest pain. Malignant extragonadal germ cell tumors may cause signs and symptoms as they grow into nearby areas. Other conditions may cause the same signs and symptoms. Check with your doctor if you have any of the following: Chest pain.... |
How to diagnose Extragonadal Germ Cell Tumors ? | Imaging and blood tests are used to detect (find) and diagnose extragonadal germ cell tumors. The following tests and procedures may be used: Physical exam and history : An exam of the body to check general signs of health, including checking for signs of disease, such as lumps or anything else that seems unusual. The ... |
What is the outlook for Extragonadal Germ Cell Tumors ? | Certain factors affect prognosis (chance of recovery) and treatment options. The prognosis (chance of recovery) and treatment options depend on the following: Whether the tumor is nonseminoma or seminoma. The size of the tumor and where it is in the body. The blood levels of AFP, hCG, and LDH. Whether the tumor has spr... |
What are the stages of Extragonadal Germ Cell Tumors ? | After an extragonadal germ cell tumor has been diagnosed, tests are done to find out if cancer cells have spread to other parts of the body. There are three ways that cancer spreads in the body. Cancer may spread from where it began to other parts of the body. The following prognostic groups are used for extragonadal g... |
What are the treatments for Extragonadal Germ Cell Tumors ? | There are different types of treatment for patients with extragonadal germ cell tumors. Three types of standard treatment are used: Radiation therapy Chemotherapy Surgery New types of treatment are being tested in clinical trials. Highdose chemotherapy with stem cell transplant Patients may want to think about taking p... |
what research (or clinical trials) is being done for Extragonadal Germ Cell Tumors ? | New types of treatment are being tested in clinical trials. This summary section describes treatments that are being studied in clinical trials. It may not mention every new treatment being studied. Information about clinical trials is available from the NCI website. Highdose chemotherapy with stem cell transplant High... |
What is (are) Endometrial Cancer ? | Endometrial cancer is a disease in which malignant (cancer) cells form in the tissues of the endometrium. Endometrial cancer is the most common invasive cancer of the female reproductive system. Endometrial cancer is a disease in which malignant (cancer) cells form in the tissues of the endometrium. The endometrium is ... |
How to prevent Endometrial Cancer ? | Avoiding risk factors and increasing protective factors may help prevent cancer. The following risk factors increase the risk of endometrial cancer: Endometrial hyperplasia Estrogen Tamoxifen Obesity, weight gain, metabolic syndrome, and diabetes Genetic factors The following protective factors decrease the risk of end... |
Who is at risk for Endometrial Cancer? ? | Avoiding risk factors and increasing protective factors may help prevent cancer. The following risk factors increase the risk of endometrial cancer: Endometrial hyperplasia Estrogen Tamoxifen Obesity, weight gain, metabolic syndrome, and diabetes Genetic factors The following protective factors decrease the risk of end... |
what research (or clinical trials) is being done for Endometrial Cancer ? | Cancer prevention clinical trials are used to study ways to prevent cancer. Cancer prevention clinical trials are used to study ways to lower the risk of developing certain types of cancer. Some cancer prevention trials are conducted with healthy people who have not had cancer but who have an increased risk for cancer.... |
What is (are) Endometrial Cancer ? | Endometrial cancer is a disease in which malignant (cancer) cells form in the tissues of the endometrium. Obesity and having metabolic syndrome may increase the risk of endometrial cancer. Taking tamoxifen for breast cancer or taking estrogen alone (without progesterone) can increase the risk of endometrial cancer. Sig... |
Who is at risk for Endometrial Cancer? ? | Obesity and having metabolic syndrome may increase the risk of endometrial cancer. Anything that increases your risk of getting a disease is called a risk factor. Having a risk factor does not mean that you will get cancer; not having risk factors doesn't mean that you will not get cancer. Talk with your doctor if you ... |
What are the symptoms of Endometrial Cancer ? | Signs and symptoms of endometrial cancer include unusual vaginal bleeding or pain in the pelvis. These and other signs and symptoms may be caused by endometrial cancer or by other conditions. Check with your doctor if you have any of the following: Vaginal bleeding or discharge not related to menstruation (periods). Va... |
How to diagnose Endometrial Cancer ? | Tests that examine the endometrium are used to detect (find) and diagnose endometrial cancer. Because endometrial cancer begins inside the uterus, it does not usually show up in the results of a Pap test. For this reason, a sample of endometrial tissue must be removed and checked under a microscope to look for cancer c... |
What is the outlook for Endometrial Cancer ? | Certain factors affect prognosis (chance of recovery) and treatment options.The prognosis (chance of recovery) and treatment options depend on the following: The stage of the cancer (whether it is in the endometrium only, involves the uterus wall, or has spread to other places in the body). How the cancer cells look un... |
What are the stages of Endometrial Cancer ? | After endometrial cancer has been diagnosed, tests are done to find out if cancer cells have spread within the uterus or to other parts of the body. There are three ways that cancer spreads in the body. Cancer may spread from where it began to other parts of the body. The following stages are used for endometrial cance... |
What are the treatments for Endometrial Cancer ? | There are different types of treatment for patients with endometrial cancer. Five types of standard treatment are used: Surgery Radiation therapy Chemotherapy Hormone therapy Targeted therapy New types of treatment are being tested in clinical trials. Patients may want to think about taking part in a clinical trial. Pa... |
what research (or clinical trials) is being done for Endometrial Cancer ? | New types of treatment are being tested in clinical trials. Information about clinical trials is available from the NCI website. Patients may want to think about taking part in a clinical trial. For some patients, taking part in a clinical trial may be the best treatment choice. Clinical trials are part of the cancer r... |
What is (are) Small Cell Lung Cancer ? | Small cell lung cancer is a disease in which malignant (cancer) cells form in the tissues of the lung. There are two main types of small cell lung cancer. Smoking is the major risk factor for small cell lung cancer. Signs and symptoms of small cell lung cancer include coughing, shortness of breath, and chest pain. Test... |
Who is at risk for Small Cell Lung Cancer? ? | Smoking is the major risk factor for small cell lung cancer. Anything that increases your chance of getting a disease is called a risk factor. Having a risk factor does not mean that you will get cancer; not having risk factors doesn't mean that you will not get cancer. Talk to your doctor if you think you may be at ri... |
What are the symptoms of Small Cell Lung Cancer ? | Signs and symptoms of small cell lung cancer include coughing, shortness of breath, and chest pain. These and other signs and symptoms may be caused by small cell lung cancer or by other conditions. Check with your doctor if you have any of the following: Chest discomfort or pain. A cough that doesnt go away or gets wo... |
How to diagnose Small Cell Lung Cancer ? | Tests and procedures that examine the lungs are used to detect (find), diagnose, and stage small cell lung cancer. The following tests and procedures may be used: Physical exam and history : An exam of the body to check general signs of health, including checking for signs of disease, such as lumps or anything else tha... |
What are the stages of Small Cell Lung Cancer ? | After small cell lung cancer has been diagnosed, tests are done to find out if cancer cells have spread within the chest or to other parts of the body. There are three ways that cancer spreads in the body. Cancer may spread from where it began to other parts of the body. The following stages are used for small cell lun... |
What are the treatments for Small Cell Lung Cancer ? | There are different types of treatment for patients with small cell lung cancer. Five types of standard treatment are used: Surgery Chemotherapy Radiation therapy Laser therapy Endoscopic stent placement New types of treatment are being tested in clinical trials. Patients may want to think about taking part in a clinic... |
what research (or clinical trials) is being done for Small Cell Lung Cancer ? | New types of treatment are being tested in clinical trials. Information about clinical trials is available from the NCI website. Patients may want to think about taking part in a clinical trial. For some patients, taking part in a clinical trial may be the best treatment choice. Clinical trials are part of the cancer r... |
What is (are) Plasma Cell Neoplasms (Including Multiple Myeloma) ? | Plasma cell neoplasms are diseases in which the body makes too many plasma cells. Plasma cell neoplasms can be benign (not cancer) or malignant (cancer). There are several types of plasma cell neoplasms. Monoclonal gammopathy of undetermined significance (MGUS) Plasmacytoma Multiple myeloma Multiple myeloma and other p... |
Who is at risk for Plasma Cell Neoplasms (Including Multiple Myeloma)? ? | Age can affect the risk of plasma cell neoplasms. Anything that increases your risk of getting a disease is called a risk factor. Having a risk factor does not mean that you will get cancer; not having risk factors doesn't mean that you will not get cancer. Talk with your doctor if you think you may be at risk. Plasma ... |
How to diagnose Plasma Cell Neoplasms (Including Multiple Myeloma) ? | Tests that examine the blood, bone marrow, and urine are used to detect (find) and diagnose multiple myeloma and other plasma cell neoplasms. The following tests and procedures may be used: Physical exam and history : An exam of the body to check general signs of health, including checking for signs of disease, such as... |
What is the outlook for Plasma Cell Neoplasms (Including Multiple Myeloma) ? | Certain factors affect prognosis (chance of recovery) and treatment options. The prognosis (chance of recovery) depends on the following: The type of plasma cell neoplasm. The stage of the disease. Whether a certain immunoglobulin (antibody) is present. Whether there are certain genetic changes. Whether the kidney is d... |
What are the stages of Plasma Cell Neoplasms (Including Multiple Myeloma) ? | There are no standard staging systems for monoclonal gammopathy of undetermined significance (MGUS), macroglobulinemia, and plasmacytoma. After multiple myeloma has been diagnosed, tests are done to find out the amount of cancer in the body. The stage of multiple myeloma is based on the levels of beta2microglobulin and... |
What are the treatments for Plasma Cell Neoplasms (Including Multiple Myeloma) ? | There are different types of treatment for patients with plasma cell neoplasms. Eight types of treatment are used: Chemotherapy Other drug therapy Targeted therapy Highdose chemotherapy with stem cell transplant Biologic therapy Radiation therapy Surgery Watchful waiting New types of treatment are being tested in clini... |
what research (or clinical trials) is being done for Plasma Cell Neoplasms (Including Multiple Myeloma) ? | New types of treatment are being tested in clinical trials. This summary section describes treatments that are being studied in clinical trials. It may not mention every new treatment being studied. Information about clinical trials is available from the NCI website. New combinations of therapies Clinical trials are st... |
What is (are) Lung Cancer ? | Lung cancer is a disease in which malignant (cancer) cells form in the tissues of the lung. Lung cancer is the leading cause of cancer death in both men and women. Lung cancer is a disease in which malignant (cancer) cells form in the tissues of the lung. The lungs are a pair of coneshaped breathing organs in the chest... |
How to prevent Lung Cancer ? | Avoiding risk factors and increasing protective factors may help prevent lung cancer. The following are risk factors for lung cancer: Cigarette, cigar, and pipe smoking Secondhand smoke Family history HIV infection Environmental risk factors Beta carotene supplements in heavy smokers The following are protective factor... |
Who is at risk for Lung Cancer? ? | Avoiding risk factors and increasing protective factors may help prevent lung cancer. The following are risk factors for lung cancer: Cigarette, cigar, and pipe smoking Secondhand smoke Family history HIV infection Environmental risk factors Beta carotene supplements in heavy smokers The following are protective factor... |
What is (are) Prostate Cancer ? | Prostate cancer is a disease in which malignant (cancer) cells form in the tissues of the prostate. Prostate cancer is the most common nonskin cancer among men in the United States. Different factors increase or decrease the risk of developing prostate cancer. Prostate cancer is a disease in which malignant (cancer) ce... |
Who is at risk for Prostate Cancer? ? | Prostate cancer is the most common nonskin cancer among men in the United States. Prostate cancer is found mainly in older men. Although the number of men with prostate cancer is large, most men diagnosed with this disease do not die from it. Prostate cancer causes more deaths in men than any other cancer except lung c... |
Who is at risk for Prostate Cancer? ? | Different factors increase or decrease the risk of developing prostate cancer. Anything that increases a person's chance of developing a disease is called a risk factor. Anything that decreases your chance of getting a disease is called a protective factor. For information about risk factors and protective factors for ... |
What is (are) Penile Cancer ? | Penile cancer is a disease in which malignant (cancer) cells form in the tissues of the penis. Human papillomavirus infection may increase the risk of developing penile cancer. Signs of penile cancer include sores, discharge, and bleeding. Tests that examine the penis are used to detect (find) and diagnose penile cance... |
Who is at risk for Penile Cancer? ? | Human papillomavirus infection may increase the risk of developing penile cancer. Anything that increases your chance of getting a disease is called a risk factor. Having a risk factor does not mean that you will get cancer; not having risk factors doesn't mean that you will not get cancer. Talk with your doctor if you... |
What are the symptoms of Penile Cancer ? | Signs of penile cancer include sores, discharge, and bleeding. These and other signs may be caused by penile cancer or by other conditions. Check with your doctor if you have any of the following: Redness, irritation, or a sore on the penis. A lump on the penis. |
How to diagnose Penile Cancer ? | Tests that examine the penis are used to detect (find) and diagnose penile cancer. The following tests and procedures may be used: Physical exam and history : An exam of the body to check general signs of health, including checking the penis for signs of disease, such as lumps or anything else that seems unusual. A his... |
What is the outlook for Penile Cancer ? | Certain factors affect prognosis (chance of recovery) and treatment options. The prognosis (chance of recovery) and treatment options depend on the following: The stage of the cancer. The location and size of the tumor. Whether the cancer has just been diagnosed or has recurred (come back). |
What are the stages of Penile Cancer ? | After penile cancer has been diagnosed, tests are done to find out if cancer cells have spread within the penis or to other parts of the body. There are three ways that cancer spreads in the body. Cancer may spread from where it began to other parts of the body. The following stages are used for penile cancer: Stage 0 ... |
What are the treatments for Penile Cancer ? | There are different types of treatment for patients with penile cancer. Four types of standard treatment are used: Surgery Radiation therapy Chemotherapy Biologic therapy New types of treatment are being tested in clinical trials. Radiosensitizers Sentinel lymph node biopsy followed by surgery Patients may want to thin... |
what research (or clinical trials) is being done for Penile Cancer ? | New types of treatment are being tested in clinical trials. This summary section describes treatments that are being studied in clinical trials. It may not mention every new treatment being studied. Information about clinical trials is available from the NCI website. Radiosensitizers Radiosensitizers are drugs that mak... |
What is (are) Endometrial Cancer ? | Endometrial cancer is a disease in which malignant (cancer) cells form in the tissues of the endometrium. In the United States, endometrial cancer is the most common invasive cancer of the female reproductive system. Health history and certain medicines can affect the risk of developing endometrial cancer. Endometrial ... |
Who is at risk for Endometrial Cancer? ? | Health history and certain medicines can affect the risk of developing endometrial cancer. Anything that increases your chance of getting a disease is called a risk factor. Having a risk factor does not mean that you will get cancer; not having risk factors doesnt mean that you will not get cancer. People who think the... |
What is (are) Ewing Sarcoma ? | Ewing sarcoma is a type of tumor that forms in bone or soft tissue. Signs and symptoms of Ewing sarcoma include swelling and pain near the tumor. Tests that examine the bone and soft tissue are used to diagnose and stage Ewing sarcoma. A biopsy is done to diagnose Ewing sarcoma. Certain factors affect prognosis (chance... |
How to diagnose Ewing Sarcoma ? | Tests that examine the bone and soft tissue are used to diagnose and stage Ewing sarcoma. Procedures that make pictures of the bones and soft tissues and nearby areas help diagnose Ewing sarcoma and show how far the cancer has spread. The process used to find out if cancer cells have spread within and around the bones ... |
What are the symptoms of Ewing Sarcoma ? | Signs and symptoms of Ewing sarcoma include swelling and pain near the tumor. These and other signs and symptoms may be caused by Ewing sarcoma or by other conditions. Check with your childs doctor if your child has any of the following: Pain and/or swelling, usually in the arms, legs, chest, back, or pelvis. A lump (w... |
What is the outlook for Ewing Sarcoma ? | Certain factors affect prognosis (chance of recovery). The factors that affect prognosis (chance of recovery) are different before and after treatment. Before treatment, prognosis depends on: Whether the tumor has spread to lymph nodes or distant parts of the body. Where in the body the tumor started. Whether the tumor... |
What are the stages of Ewing Sarcoma ? | The results of diagnostic and staging tests are used to find out if cancer cells have spread. Ewing sarcoma is described based on whether the cancer has spread from the bone or soft tissue in which the cancer began. Localized Ewing sarcoma Metastatic Ewing sarcoma There are three ways that cancer spreads in the body. C... |
What are the treatments for Ewing Sarcoma ? | There are different types of treatment for children with Ewing sarcoma. Children with Ewing sarcoma should have their treatment planned by a team of health care providers who are experts in treating cancer in children. Treatment for Ewing sarcoma may cause side effects. Five types of standard treatment are used: Chemot... |
what research (or clinical trials) is being done for Ewing Sarcoma ? | New types of treatment are being tested in clinical trials. This summary section describes treatments that are being studied in clinical trials. It may not mention every new treatment being studied. Information about clinical trials is available from the NCI website. Chimeric antigen receptor (CAR) Tcell therapy CAR Tc... |
What is (are) Gastrointestinal Carcinoid Tumors ? | A gastrointestinal carcinoid tumor is cancer that forms in the lining of the gastrointestinal tract. Health history can affect the risk of gastrointestinal carcinoid tumors. Some gastrointestinal carcinoid tumors have no signs or symptoms in the early stages. Carcinoid syndrome may occur if the tumor spreads to the liv... |
Who is at risk for Gastrointestinal Carcinoid Tumors? ? | Health history can affect the risk of gastrointestinal carcinoid tumors. Anything that increases a person's chance of developing a disease is called a risk factor. Having a risk factor does not mean that you will get cancer; not having risk factors doesnt mean that you will not get cancer. Talk to your doctor if you th... |
What are the symptoms of Gastrointestinal Carcinoid Tumors ? | Some gastrointestinal carcinoid tumors have no signs or symptoms in the early stages.Signs and symptoms may be caused by the growth of the tumor and/or the hormones the tumor makes. Some tumors, especially tumors of the stomach or appendix, may not cause signs or symptoms. Carcinoid tumors are often found during tests ... |
How to diagnose Gastrointestinal Carcinoid Tumors ? | Imaging studies and tests that examine the blood and urine are used to detect (find) and diagnose gastrointestinal carcinoid tumors. The following tests and procedures may be used: Physical exam and history : An exam of the body to check general signs of health, including checking for signs of disease, such as lumps or... |
What is the outlook for Gastrointestinal Carcinoid Tumors ? | Certain factors affect prognosis (chance of recovery) and treatment options. The prognosis (chance of recovery) and treatment options depend on the following: Where the tumor is in the gastrointestinal tract. The size of the tumor. Whether the cancer has spread from the stomach and intestines to other parts of the body... |
What are the stages of Gastrointestinal Carcinoid Tumors ? | After a gastrointestinal carcinoid tumor has been diagnosed, tests are done to find out if cancer cells have spread within the stomach and intestines or to other parts of the body. There are three ways that cancer spreads in the body. Cancer may spread from where it began to other parts of the body. The plan for cancer... |
What are the treatments for Gastrointestinal Carcinoid Tumors ? | There are different types of treatment for patients with gastrointestinal carcinoid tumors. Four types of standard treatment are used: Surgery Radiation therapy Chemotherapy Hormone therapy Treatment for carcinoid syndrome may also be needed. New types of treatment are being tested in clinical trials. Targeted therapy ... |
what research (or clinical trials) is being done for Gastrointestinal Carcinoid Tumors ? | New types of treatment are being tested in clinical trials. This summary section describes treatments that are being studied in clinical trials. It may not mention every new treatment being studied. Information about clinical trials is available from the NCI website. Targeted therapy Targeted therapy is a type of treat... |
What is (are) Prostate Cancer ? | Prostate cancer is a disease in which malignant (cancer) cells form in the tissues of the prostate. Prostate cancer is the second most common cancer among men in the United States. Prostate cancer is a disease in which malignant (cancer) cells form in the tissues of the prostate. The prostate is a gland in the male rep... |
Who is at risk for Prostate Cancer? ? | Prostate cancer is most common in older men. In the U.S., about one out of five men will be diagnosed with prostate cancer. Most men diagnosed with prostate cancer do not die of it. See the following PDQ summaries for more information about prostate cancer: Prostate Cancer Screening Prostate Cancer Treatment |
How to prevent Prostate Cancer ? | Avoiding risk factors and increasing protective factors may help prevent cancer. The following risk factors may increase the risk of prostate cancer: Age Family history of prostate cancer Race Hormones Vitamin E Folic acid Dairy and calcium The following protective factors may decrease the risk of prostate cancer: Fola... |
Who is at risk for Prostate Cancer? ? | Avoiding risk factors and increasing protective factors may help prevent cancer. Avoiding cancer risk factors may help prevent certain cancers. Risk factors include smoking, being overweight, and not getting enough exercise. Increasing protective factors such as quitting smoking and exercising may also help prevent som... |
what research (or clinical trials) is being done for Prostate Cancer ? | Cancer prevention clinical trials are used to study ways to prevent cancer. Cancer prevention clinical trials are used to study ways to lower the risk of developing certain types of cancer. Some cancer prevention trials are conducted with healthy people who have not had cancer but who have an increased risk for cancer.... |
What is (are) Lung Cancer ? | Lung cancer is a disease in which malignant (cancer) cells form in the tissues of the lung. Lung cancer is the leading cause of cancer death in the United States. Different factors increase or decrease the risk of lung cancer. Lung cancer is a disease in which malignant (cancer) cells form in the tissues of the lung. T... |
Who is at risk for Lung Cancer? ? | Different factors increase or decrease the risk of lung cancer. Anything that increases your chance of getting a disease is called a risk factor. Anything that decreases your chance of getting a disease is called a protective factor. For information about risk factors and protective factors for lung cancer, see the PDQ... |
What is (are) Osteosarcoma and Malignant Fibrous Histiocytoma of Bone ? | Osteosarcoma and malignant fibrous histiocytoma (MFH) of the bone are diseases in which malignant (cancer) cells form in bone. Having past treatment with radiation can increase the risk of osteosarcoma. Signs and symptoms of osteosarcoma and MFH include swelling over a bone or a bony part of the body and joint pain. Im... |
Who is at risk for Osteosarcoma and Malignant Fibrous Histiocytoma of Bone? ? | Having past treatment with radiation can increase the risk of osteosarcoma. Anything that increases your risk of getting a disease is called a risk factor. Having a risk factor does not mean that you will get cancer; not having risk factors doesnt mean that you will not get cancer. Talk with your child's doctor if you ... |
What are the symptoms of Osteosarcoma and Malignant Fibrous Histiocytoma of Bone ? | Signs and symptoms of osteosarcoma and MFH include swelling over a bone or a bony part of the body and joint pain. These and other signs and symptoms may be caused by osteosarcoma or MFH or by other conditions. Check with a doctor if your child has any of the following: Swelling over a bone or bony part of the body. Pa... |
How to diagnose Osteosarcoma and Malignant Fibrous Histiocytoma of Bone ? | Imaging tests are used to detect (find) osteosarcoma and MFH. Imaging tests are done before the biopsy. The following tests and procedures may be used: Physical exam and history : An exam of the body to check general signs of health, including checking for signs of disease, such as lumps or anything else that seems unu... |
What is the outlook for Osteosarcoma and Malignant Fibrous Histiocytoma of Bone ? | Certain factors affect prognosis (chance of recovery) and treatment options. The prognosis (chance of recovery) is affected by certain factors before and after treatment. The prognosis of untreated osteosarcoma and MFH depends on the following: Where the tumor is in the body and whether tumors formed in more than one b... |
What are the stages of Osteosarcoma and Malignant Fibrous Histiocytoma of Bone ? | After osteosarcoma or malignant fibrous histiocytoma (MFH) has been diagnosed, tests are done to find out if cancer cells have spread to other parts of the body. There are three ways that cancer spreads in the body. Cancer may spread from where it began to other parts of the body. Osteosarcoma and MFH are described as ... |
What are the treatments for Osteosarcoma and Malignant Fibrous Histiocytoma of Bone ? | There are different types of treatment for patients with osteosarcoma or malignant fibrous histiocytoma (MFH) of bone. Children with osteosarcoma or MFH should have their treatment planned by a team of health care providers who are experts in treating cancer in children. Treatment for osteosarcoma or malignant fibrous ... |
what research (or clinical trials) is being done for Osteosarcoma and Malignant Fibrous Histiocytoma of Bone ? | New types of treatment are being tested in clinical trials. This summary section describes treatments that are being studied in clinical trials. It may not mention every new treatment being studied. Information about ongoing clinical trials is available from the NCI website. Targeted therapy Targeted therapy is a treat... |
What is (are) Prostate Cancer ? | Prostate cancer is a disease in which malignant (cancer) cells form in the tissues of the prostate. Signs of prostate cancer include a weak flow of urine or frequent urination. Tests that examine the prostate and blood are used to detect (find) and diagnose prostate cancer. Certain factors affect prognosis (chance of r... |
What are the symptoms of Prostate Cancer ? | Signs of prostate cancer include a weak flow of urine or frequent urination. These and other signs and symptoms may be caused by prostate cancer or by other conditions. Check with your doctor if you have any of the following: Weak or interrupted ("stopandgo") flow of urine. Sudden urge to urinate. Frequent urination (e... |
How to diagnose Prostate Cancer ? | Tests that examine the prostate and blood are used to detect (find) and diagnose prostate cancer. The following tests and procedures may be used: Physical exam and history : An exam of the body to check general signs of health, including checking for signs of disease, such as lumps or anything else that seems unusual. ... |
What is the outlook for Prostate Cancer ? | Certain factors affect prognosis (chance of recovery) and treatment options. The prognosis (chance of recovery) and treatment options depend on the following: The stage of the cancer (level of PSA, Gleason score, grade of the tumor, how much of the prostate is affected by the cancer, and whether the cancer has spread t... |
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