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What are the treatments for Extragonadal Germ Cell Tumors ? | Key Points
- 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. - High-dose... | CancerGov | Extragonadal Germ Cell Tumors |
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. High-dose chemotherapy with ... | CancerGov | Extragonadal Germ Cell Tumors |
What is (are) Renal Cell Cancer ? | Key Points
- Renal cell cancer is a disease in which malignant (cancer) cells form in tubules of the kidney. - Smoking and misuse of certain pain medicines can affect the risk of renal cell cancer. - Signs of renal cell cancer include blood in the urine and a lump in the abdomen. - Tests t... | CancerGov | Renal Cell Cancer |
What are the stages of Renal Cell Cancer ? | Key Points
- After renal cell cancer has been diagnosed, tests are done to find out if cancer cells have spread within the kidney 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... | CancerGov | Renal Cell Cancer |
What are the treatments for Renal Cell Cancer ? | Key Points
- There are different types of treatment for patients with renal cell cancer. - Five types of standard treatment are used: - Surgery - Radiation therapy - Chemotherapy - Biologic therapy - Targeted therapy - New types of treatment are being tested in cli... | CancerGov | Renal Cell Cancer |
what research (or clinical trials) is being done for Renal Cell 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 ... | CancerGov | Renal Cell Cancer |
What is (are) Chronic Neutrophilic Leukemia ? | Chronic neutrophilic leukemia is a disease in which too many blood stem cells become a type of white blood cell called neutrophils. Neutrophils are infection -fighting blood cells that surround and destroy dead cells and foreign substances (such as bacteria). The spleen and liver may swell because of the extra neutroph... | CancerGov | Chronic Neutrophilic Leukemia |
What are the treatments for Chronic Neutrophilic Leukemia ? | Treatment of chronic neutrophilic leukemia may include the following: - Donor bone marrow transplant. - Chemotherapy. - Biologic therapy using interferon alfa. - A clinical trial of a new treatment. Check the list of NCI-supported cancer clinical trials that are now accepting patie... | CancerGov | Chronic Neutrophilic Leukemia |
What is (are) Small Cell Lung Cancer ? | Key Points
- 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 co... | CancerGov | Small Cell Lung Cancer |
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... | CancerGov | Small Cell Lung Cancer |
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 ... | CancerGov | Small Cell Lung Cancer |
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 anyth... | CancerGov | Small Cell Lung Cancer |
What are the stages of Small Cell Lung Cancer ? | Key Points
- 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. -... | CancerGov | Small Cell Lung Cancer |
What are the treatments for Small Cell Lung Cancer ? | Key Points
- 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 bein... | CancerGov | Small Cell Lung Cancer |
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 ... | CancerGov | Small Cell Lung Cancer |
What is (are) Ovarian Low Malignant Potential Tumors ? | Key Points
- Ovarian low malignant potential tumor is a disease in which abnormal cells form in the tissue covering the ovary. - Signs and symptoms of ovarian low malignant potential tumor include pain or swelling in the abdomen. - Tests that examine the ovaries are used to detect (find), dia... | CancerGov | Ovarian Low Malignant Potential Tumors |
What are the symptoms of Ovarian Low Malignant Potential Tumors ? | Signs and symptoms of ovarian low malignant potential tumor include pain or swelling in the abdomen.Ovarian low malignant potential tumor may not cause early signs or symptoms. If you do have signs or symptoms, they may include the following: - Pain or swelling in the abdomen. - Pain in the pelvis. - Gas... | CancerGov | Ovarian Low Malignant Potential Tumors |
How to diagnose Ovarian Low Malignant Potential Tumors ? | Tests that examine the ovaries are used to detect (find), diagnose, and stage ovarian low malignant potential tumor. 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 any... | CancerGov | Ovarian Low Malignant Potential Tumors |
What is the outlook for Ovarian Low Malignant Potential Tumors ? | 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 disease (whether it affects part of the ovary, involves the whole ovary, or has spread to other places in the body). - What type of... | CancerGov | Ovarian Low Malignant Potential Tumors |
What are the stages of Ovarian Low Malignant Potential Tumors ? | Key Points
- After ovarian low malignant potential tumor has been diagnosed, tests are done to find out if abnormal cells have spread within the ovary or to other parts of the body. - The following stages are used for ovarian low malignant potential tumor: - Stage I - Stage II - ... | CancerGov | Ovarian Low Malignant Potential Tumors |
What are the treatments for Ovarian Low Malignant Potential Tumors ? | Key Points
- There are different types of treatment for patients with ovarian low malignant potential tumor. - Two types of standard treatment are used: - Surgery - Chemotherapy - New types of treatment are being tested in clinical trials. - Patients may want to think about... | CancerGov | Ovarian Low Malignant Potential Tumors |
what research (or clinical trials) is being done for Ovarian Low Malignant Potential Tumors ? | New types of treatment are being tested in clinical trials.
Information about clinical trials is available from the NCI Web site.
Patients may want to think about taking part in a clinical trial.
For some patients, taking part... | CancerGov | Ovarian Low Malignant Potential Tumors |
What is (are) Chronic Eosinophilic Leukemia ? | Key Points
- Chronic eosinophilic leukemia is a disease in which too many white blood cells (eosinophils) are made in the bone marrow. - Signs and symptoms of chronic eosinophilic leukemia include fever and feeling very tired.
Chronic eosinoph... | CancerGov | Chronic Eosinophilic Leukemia |
What are the symptoms of Chronic Eosinophilic Leukemia ? | Signs and symptoms of chronic eosinophilic leukemia include fever and feeling very tired. Chronic eosinophilic leukemia may not cause early signs or symptoms. It may be found during a routine blood test. Signs and symptoms may be caused by chronic eosinophilic leukemia or by other conditions. Check with your doctor if ... | CancerGov | Chronic Eosinophilic Leukemia |
What are the treatments for Chronic Eosinophilic Leukemia ? | Treatment of chronic eosinophilic leukemia may include the following: - Bone marrow transplant. - Biologic therapy using interferon alfa. - A clinical trial of a new treatment. Check the list of NCI-supported cancer clinical trials that are now accepting patients with chronic eosinophili... | CancerGov | Chronic Eosinophilic Leukemia |
What is (are) Ovarian, Fallopian Tube, and Primary Peritoneal Cancer ? | Key Points
- Ovarian, fallopian tube, and primary peritoneal cancers are diseases in which malignant (cancer) cells form in the ovaries, fallopian tubes, or peritoneum. - In the United States, ovarian cancer is the fifth leading cause of cancer death in women. - Different factors increase or ... | CancerGov | Ovarian, Fallopian Tube, and Primary Peritoneal Cancer |
Who is at risk for Ovarian, Fallopian Tube, and Primary Peritoneal Cancer? ? | Different factors increase or decrease the risk of getting ovarian, fallopian tube, and primary peritoneal 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 informa... | CancerGov | Ovarian, Fallopian Tube, and Primary Peritoneal Cancer |
What is (are) Colon Cancer ? | Key Points
- Colon cancer is a disease in which malignant (cancer) cells form in the tissues of the colon. - Health history affects the risk of developing colon cancer. - Signs of colon cancer include blood in the stool or a change in bowel habits. - Tests that examine the colon and rectum ... | CancerGov | Colon Cancer |
Who is at risk for Colon Cancer? ? | Health history affects the risk of developing colon 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. Talk to your doctor if you think you may be at risk... | CancerGov | Colon Cancer |
What are the symptoms of Colon Cancer ? | Signs of colon cancer include blood in the stool or a change in bowel habits. These and other signs and symptoms may be caused by colon cancer or by other conditions. Check with your doctor if you have any of the following: - A change in bowel habits. - Blood (either bright red or very dark) in the stool. ... | CancerGov | Colon Cancer |
How to diagnose Colon Cancer ? | Tests that examine the colon and rectum are used to detect (find) and diagnose colon 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 un... | CancerGov | Colon Cancer |
What is the outlook for Colon 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 the cancer is in the inner lining of the colon only or has spread through the colon wall, or has spread to lymph nodes... | CancerGov | Colon Cancer |
What are the stages of Colon Cancer ? | Key Points
- After colon cancer has been diagnosed, tests are done to find out if cancer cells have spread within the colon 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 follow... | CancerGov | Colon Cancer |
What are the treatments for Colon Cancer ? | Key Points
- There are different types of treatment for patients with colon cancer. - Six types of standard treatment are used: - Surgery - Radiofrequency ablation - Cryosurgery - Chemotherapy - Radiation therapy - Targeted therapy - New types of treatment are ... | CancerGov | Colon Cancer |
what research (or clinical trials) is being done for Colon 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 ... | CancerGov | Colon Cancer |
What is (are) Liver (Hepatocellular) Cancer ? | Key Points
- Liver cancer is a disease in which malignant (cancer) cells form in the tissues of the liver. - Liver cancer is less common in the United States than in other parts of the world. - Having hepatitis or cirrhosis can increase the risk of developing liver cancer.
... | CancerGov | Liver (Hepatocellular) Cancer |
Who is at risk for Liver (Hepatocellular) Cancer? ? | Having hepatitis or cirrhosis can increase the risk of developing liver cancer. Anything that increases the 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. People who think they may be at... | CancerGov | Liver (Hepatocellular) Cancer |
What is (are) Testicular Cancer ? | Key Points
- Testicular cancer is a disease in which malignant (cancer) cells form in the tissues of one or both testicles. - Testicular cancer is the most common cancer in men aged 15 to 34 years. - Testicular cancer can usually be cured. - A condition called cryptorchidism (an undescended... | CancerGov | Testicular Cancer |
Who is at risk for Testicular Cancer? ? | Testicular cancer is the most common cancer in men aged 15 to 34 years. Testicular cancer is very rare, but it is the most common cancer found in men between the ages of 15 and 34. White men are four times more likely than black men to have testicular cancer | CancerGov | Testicular Cancer |
What is the outlook for Testicular Cancer ? | Testicular cancer can usually be cured. Although the number of new cases of testicular cancer has doubled in the last 40 years, the number of deaths caused by testicular cancer has decreased greatly because of better treatments. Testicular cancer can usually be cured, even in late stages of the disease. (See the PDQ su... | CancerGov | Testicular Cancer |
Who is at risk for Testicular Cancer? ? | A condition called cryptorchidism (an undescended testicle) is a risk factor for testicular cancer. Anything that increases the 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 you... | CancerGov | Testicular Cancer |
What is (are) Intraocular (Uveal) Melanoma ? | Key Points
- Intraocular melanoma is a disease in which malignant (cancer) cells form in the tissues of the eye. - Being older and having fair skin may increase the risk of intraocular melanoma. - Signs of intraocular melanoma include blurred vision or a dark spot on the iris. - Tests that... | CancerGov | Intraocular (Uveal) Melanoma |
Who is at risk for Intraocular (Uveal) Melanoma? ? | Being older and having fair skin may increase the risk of intraocular melanoma. 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 thin... | CancerGov | Intraocular (Uveal) Melanoma |
What are the symptoms of Intraocular (Uveal) Melanoma ? | Signs of intraocular melanoma include blurred vision or a dark spot on the iris. Intraocular melanoma may not cause early signs or symptoms. It is sometimes found during a regular eye exam when the doctor dilates the pupil and looks into the eye. Signs and symptoms may be caused by intraocular melanoma or by other cond... | CancerGov | Intraocular (Uveal) Melanoma |
How to diagnose Intraocular (Uveal) Melanoma ? | Tests that examine the eye are used to help detect (find) and diagnose intraocular melanoma.
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 anythin... | CancerGov | Intraocular (Uveal) Melanoma |
What is the outlook for Intraocular (Uveal) Melanoma ? | Certain factors affect prognosis (chance of recovery) and treatment options. The prognosis (chance of recovery) and treatment options depend on the following: - How the melanoma cells look under a microscope. - The size and thickness of the tumor. - The part of the eye the tumor is in (the iris, ciliary ... | CancerGov | Intraocular (Uveal) Melanoma |
What are the stages of Intraocular (Uveal) Melanoma ? | Key Points
- After intraocular melanoma has been diagnosed, tests are done to find out if cancer cells have spread to other parts of the body. - The following sizes are used to describe intraocular melanoma: - Small - Medium - Large - There are three ways that cancer spre... | CancerGov | Intraocular (Uveal) Melanoma |
What are the treatments for Intraocular (Uveal) Melanoma ? | Key Points
- There are different types of treatments for patients with intraocular melanoma. - Five types of standard treatment are used: - Surgery - Watchful Waiting - Radiation therapy - Photocoagulation - Thermotherapy - New types of treatment are being tested... | CancerGov | Intraocular (Uveal) Melanoma |
what research (or clinical trials) is being done for Intraocular (Uveal) Melanoma ? | 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 ... | CancerGov | Intraocular (Uveal) Melanoma |
What is (are) Hypopharyngeal Cancer ? | Key Points
- Hypopharyngeal cancer is a disease in which malignant (cancer) cells form in the tissues of the hypopharynx. - Use of tobacco products and heavy drinking can affect the risk of developing hypopharyngeal cancer. - Signs and symptoms of hypopharyngeal cancer include a sore throat a... | CancerGov | Hypopharyngeal Cancer |
Who is at risk for Hypopharyngeal Cancer? ? | Use of tobacco products and heavy drinking can affect the risk of developing hypopharyngeal 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 yo... | CancerGov | Hypopharyngeal Cancer |
What are the symptoms of Hypopharyngeal Cancer ? | Signs and symptoms of hypopharyngeal cancer include a sore throat and ear pain. These and other signs and symptoms may be caused by hypopharyngeal cancer or by other conditions. Check with your doctor if you have any of the following: - A sore throat that does not go away. - Ear pain. - A lump in the neck... | CancerGov | Hypopharyngeal Cancer |
How to diagnose Hypopharyngeal Cancer ? | Tests that examine the throat and neck are used to help detect (find) and diagnose hypopharyngeal cancer. The following tests and procedures may be used: - Physical exam of the throat: An exam in which the doctor feels for swollen lymph nodes in the neck and looks down the throat with a small, long-handled mi... | CancerGov | Hypopharyngeal Cancer |
What is the outlook for Hypopharyngeal Cancer ? | Certain factors affect prognosis (chance of recovery) and treatment options. Prognosis (chance of recovery) depends on the following: - The stage of the cancer (whether it affects part of the hypopharynx, involves the whole hypopharynx, or has spread to other places in the body). Hypopharyngeal cancer is usuall... | CancerGov | Hypopharyngeal Cancer |
What are the stages of Hypopharyngeal Cancer ? | Key Points
- After hypopharyngeal cancer has been diagnosed, tests are done to find out if cancer cells have spread within the hypopharynx 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.... | CancerGov | Hypopharyngeal Cancer |
What are the treatments for Hypopharyngeal Cancer ? | Key Points
- There are different types of treatment for patients with hypopharyngeal cancer. - Three types of standard treatment are used: - Surgery - Radiation therapy - Chemotherapy - New types of treatment are being tested in clinical trials. - Patients may want t... | CancerGov | Hypopharyngeal Cancer |
what research (or clinical trials) is being done for Hypopharyngeal 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 ... | CancerGov | Hypopharyngeal Cancer |
What is (are) Myelodysplastic/ Myeloproliferative Neoplasm, Unclassifiable ? | Key Points
- Myelodysplastic/myeloproliferative neoplasm, unclassifiable, is a disease that has features of both myelodysplastic and myeloproliferative diseases but is not chronic myelomonocytic leukemia, juvenile myelomonocytic leukemia, or atypical chronic myelogenous leukemia. - Signs and symp... | CancerGov | Myelodysplastic/ Myeloproliferative Neoplasm, Unclassifiable |
What are the symptoms of Myelodysplastic/ Myeloproliferative Neoplasm, Unclassifiable ? | Signs and symptoms of myelodysplastic/myeloproliferative neoplasm, unclassifiable, include fever, weight loss, and feeling very tired. These and other signs and symptoms may be caused by MDS/MPN-UC or by other conditions. Check with your doctor if you have any of the following: - Fever or frequent infections. ... | CancerGov | Myelodysplastic/ Myeloproliferative Neoplasm, Unclassifiable |
What are the treatments for Myelodysplastic/ Myeloproliferative Neoplasm, Unclassifiable ? | Because myelodysplastic /myeloproliferative neoplasm, unclassifiable (MDS/MPN-UC) is a rare disease, little is known about its treatment. Treatment may include the following: - Supportive care treatments to manage problems caused by the disease such as infection, bleeding, and anemia. - Targeted therapy (... | CancerGov | Myelodysplastic/ Myeloproliferative Neoplasm, Unclassifiable |
What is (are) Rectal Cancer ? | Key Points
- Rectal cancer is a disease in which malignant (cancer) cells form in the tissues of the rectum. - Health history affects the risk of developing rectal cancer. - Signs of rectal cancer include a change in bowel habits or blood in the stool. - Tests that examine the rectum and c... | CancerGov | Rectal Cancer |
Who is at risk for Rectal Cancer? ? | Health history affects the risk of developing rectal 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. Talk to your doctor if you think you may be at ris... | CancerGov | Rectal Cancer |
What are the symptoms of Rectal Cancer ? | Signs of rectal cancer include a change in bowel habits or blood in the stool. These and other signs and symptoms may be caused by rectal cancer or by other conditions. Check with your doctor if you have any of the following: - Blood (either bright red or very dark) in the stool. - A change in bowel habits.... | CancerGov | Rectal Cancer |
How to diagnose Rectal Cancer ? | Tests that examine the rectum and colon are used to detect (find) and diagnose rectal cancer. Tests used to diagnose rectal cancer include the following: - 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 ... | CancerGov | Rectal Cancer |
What is the outlook for Rectal 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 affects the inner lining of the rectum only, involves the whole rectum, or has spread to lymph nodes, nearby organs... | CancerGov | Rectal Cancer |
What are the stages of Rectal Cancer ? | Key Points
- After rectal cancer has been diagnosed, tests are done to find out if cancer cells have spread within the rectum 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 fo... | CancerGov | Rectal Cancer |
What are the treatments for Rectal Cancer ? | Key Points
- There are different types of treatment for patients with rectal cancer. - Five types of standard treatment are used: - Surgery - Radiation therapy - Chemotherapy - Active surveillance - Targeted therapy - Other types of treatment are being tested in cli... | CancerGov | Rectal Cancer |
what research (or clinical trials) is being done for Rectal Cancer ? | Other 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 par... | CancerGov | Rectal Cancer |
What is (are) Myelodysplastic Syndromes ? | Key Points
- Myelodysplastic syndromes are a group of cancers in which immature blood cells in the bone marrow do not mature or become healthy blood cells. - The different types of myelodysplastic syndromes are diagnosed based on certain changes in the blood cells and bone marrow. - Age and p... | CancerGov | Myelodysplastic Syndromes |
What are the treatments for Myelodysplastic Syndromes ? | Key Points
- There are different types of treatment for patients with myelodysplastic syndromes. - Treatment for myelodysplastic syndromes includes supportive care, drug therapy, and stem cell transplantation. - Three types of standard treatment are used: - Supportive care - Drug... | CancerGov | Myelodysplastic Syndromes |
What is (are) Childhood Astrocytomas ? | Key Points
- Childhood astrocytoma is a disease in which benign (noncancer) or malignant (cancer) cells form in the tissues of the brain. - Astrocytomas may be benign (not cancer) or malignant (cancer). - The central nervous system controls many important body functions. - The cause of mos... | CancerGov | Childhood Astrocytomas |
What causes Childhood Astrocytomas ? | The cause of most childhood brain tumors is not known. | CancerGov | Childhood Astrocytomas |
Who is at risk for Childhood Astrocytomas? ? | 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 think your child may be at risk. Possible risk factors for astrocytoma inclu... | CancerGov | Childhood Astrocytomas |
What are the symptoms of Childhood Astrocytomas ? | The signs and symptoms of astrocytomas are not the same in every child. Signs and symptoms depend on the following: - Where the tumor forms in the brain or spinal cord. - The size of the tumor. - How fast the tumor grows. - The child's age and development. Some tumors do not cause signs or symp... | CancerGov | Childhood Astrocytomas |
How to diagnose Childhood Astrocytomas ? | Tests that examine the brain and spinal cord are used to detect (find) childhood astrocytomas. The following tests and procedures may be used: - Physical exam and history : An exam of the body to check general signs of health. This includes checking for signs of disease, such as lumps or anything else that se... | CancerGov | Childhood Astrocytomas |
What is the outlook for Childhood Astrocytomas ? | 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 a low-grade or high-grade astrocytoma. - Where the tumor has formed in the CNS and if it has spread to nearby tissue or to othe... | CancerGov | Childhood Astrocytomas |
What are the stages of Childhood Astrocytomas ? | Key Points
- The grade of the tumor is used to plan cancer treatment. - Low-grade astrocytomas - High-grade astrocytomas - An MRI is done after surgery.
The grade of the tumor is used to plan cancer treatment.
... | CancerGov | Childhood Astrocytomas |
what research (or clinical trials) is being done for Childhood Astrocytomas ? | 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. Other drug therapy Lenal... | CancerGov | Childhood Astrocytomas |
What are the treatments for Childhood Astrocytomas ? | Key Points
- There are different types of treatment for patients with childhood astrocytoma. - Children with astrocytomas should have their treatment planned by a team of health care providers who are experts in treating childhood brain tumors. - Childhood brain tumors may cause signs or symp... | CancerGov | Childhood Astrocytomas |
What is (are) Metastatic Squamous Neck Cancer with Occult Primary ? | Key Points
- Metastatic squamous neck cancer with occult primary is a disease in which squamous cell cancer spreads to lymph nodes in the neck and it is not known where the cancer first formed in the body. - Signs and symptoms of metastatic squamous neck cancer with occult primary include a lump ... | CancerGov | Metastatic Squamous Neck Cancer with Occult Primary |
What are the symptoms of Metastatic Squamous Neck Cancer with Occult Primary ? | Signs and symptoms of metastatic squamous neck cancer with occult primary include a lump or pain in the neck or throat. Check with your doctor if you have a lump or pain in your neck or throat that doesn't go away. These and other signs and symptoms may be caused by metastatic squamous neck cancer with occult primary. ... | CancerGov | Metastatic Squamous Neck Cancer with Occult Primary |
How to diagnose Metastatic Squamous Neck Cancer with Occult Primary ? | Tests that examine the tissues of the neck, respiratory tract, and upper part of the digestive tract are used to detect (find) and diagnose metastatic squamous neck cancer and the primary tumor. Tests will include checking for a primary tumor in the organs and tissues of the respiratory tract (part of the trachea), the... | CancerGov | Metastatic Squamous Neck Cancer with Occult Primary |
What is the outlook for Metastatic Squamous Neck Cancer with Occult Primary ? | Certain factors affect prognosis (chance of recovery) and treatment options. The prognosis (chance of recovery) and treatment options depend on the following: - The number and size of lymph nodes that have cancer in them. - Whether the cancer has responded to treatment or has recurred (come back). - How d... | CancerGov | Metastatic Squamous Neck Cancer with Occult Primary |
What are the stages of Metastatic Squamous Neck Cancer with Occult Primary ? | Key Points
- After metastatic squamous neck cancer with occult primary 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.
After metasta... | CancerGov | Metastatic Squamous Neck Cancer with Occult Primary |
What are the treatments for Metastatic Squamous Neck Cancer with Occult Primary ? | Key Points
- There are different types of treatment for patients with metastatic squamous neck cancer with occult primary. - Two types of standard treatment are used: - Surgery - Radiation therapy - New types of treatment are being tested in clinical trials. - Chemo... | CancerGov | Metastatic Squamous Neck Cancer with Occult Primary |
what research (or clinical trials) is being done for Metastatic Squamous Neck Cancer with Occult Primary ? | 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. Chemotherapy Chemotherap... | CancerGov | Metastatic Squamous Neck Cancer with Occult Primary |
What is (are) Small Intestine Cancer ? | Key Points
- Small intestine cancer is a rare disease in which malignant (cancer) cells form in the tissues of the small intestine. - There are five types of small intestine cancer. - Diet and health history can affect the risk of developing small intestine cancer. - Signs and symptoms of s... | CancerGov | Small Intestine Cancer |
Who is at risk for Small Intestine Cancer? ? | Diet and health history can affect the risk of developing small intestine 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 t... | CancerGov | Small Intestine Cancer |
What are the symptoms of Small Intestine Cancer ? | Signs and symptoms of small intestine cancer include unexplained weight loss and abdominal pain. These and other signs and symptoms may be caused by small intestine cancer or by other conditions. Check with your doctor if you have any of the following: - Pain or cramps in the middle of the abdomen. - Weight... | CancerGov | Small Intestine Cancer |
How to diagnose Small Intestine Cancer ? | Tests that examine the small intestine are used to detect (find), diagnose, and stage small intestine cancer.Procedures that make pictures of the small intestine and the area around it help diagnose small intestine cancer and show how far the cancer has spread. The process used to find out if cancer cells have spread w... | CancerGov | Small Intestine Cancer |
What is the outlook for Small Intestine Cancer ? | Certain factors affect prognosis (chance of recovery) and treatment options.The prognosis (chance of recovery) and treatment options depend on the following: - The type of small intestine cancer. - Whether the cancer is in the inner lining of the small intestine only or has spread into or beyond the wall o... | CancerGov | Small Intestine Cancer |
What are the stages of Small Intestine Cancer ? | Key Points
- Tests and procedures to stage small intestine cancer are usually done at the same time as diagnosis. - There are three ways that cancer spreads in the body. - Cancer may spread from where it began to other parts of the body. - Small intestine cancer is grouped according to whe... | CancerGov | Small Intestine Cancer |
What are the treatments for Small Intestine Cancer ? | Key Points
- There are different types of treatment for patients with small intestine cancer. - Three types of standard treatment are used: - Surgery - Radiation therapy - Chemotherapy - New types of treatment are being tested in clinical trials. - Biologic t... | CancerGov | Small Intestine Cancer |
What is (are) Childhood Acute Myeloid Leukemia and Other Myeloid Malignancies ? | Key Points
- Childhood acute myeloid leukemia (AML) is a type of cancer in which the bone marrow makes a large number of abnormal blood cells. - Leukemia and other diseases of the blood and bone marrow may affect red blood cells, white blood cells, and platelets. - Other myeloid diseases can a... | CancerGov | Childhood Acute Myeloid Leukemia and Other Myeloid Malignancies |
Who is at risk for Childhood Acute Myeloid Leukemia and Other Myeloid Malignancies? ? | The risk factors for childhood AML, childhood CML, JMML, and MDS are similar. 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 childs doctor if you... | CancerGov | Childhood Acute Myeloid Leukemia and Other Myeloid Malignancies |
What are the symptoms of Childhood Acute Myeloid Leukemia and Other Myeloid Malignancies ? | Signs and symptoms of childhood AML, childhood CML, JMML, or MDS include fever, feeling tired, and easy bleeding or bruising. These and other signs and symptoms may be caused by childhood AML, childhood CML, JMML, or MDS or by other conditions. Check with a doctor if your child has any of the following: - Feve... | CancerGov | Childhood Acute Myeloid Leukemia and Other Myeloid Malignancies |
How to diagnose Childhood Acute Myeloid Leukemia and Other Myeloid Malignancies ? | Tests that examine the blood and bone marrow are used to detect (find) and diagnose childhood AML, childhood CML, JMML, and MDS. 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 ... | CancerGov | Childhood Acute Myeloid Leukemia and Other Myeloid Malignancies |
What is the outlook for Childhood Acute Myeloid Leukemia and Other Myeloid Malignancies ? | Certain factors affect prognosis (chance of recovery) and treatment options. The prognosis (chance of recovery) and treatment options for childhood AML depend on the following: - The age of the child when the cancer is diagnosed. - The race or ethnic group of the child. - Whether the child is greatly over... | CancerGov | Childhood Acute Myeloid Leukemia and Other Myeloid Malignancies |
What are the stages of Childhood Acute Myeloid Leukemia and Other Myeloid Malignancies ? | Key Points
- Once childhood acute myeloid leukemia (AML) has been diagnosed, tests are done to find out if the cancer has spread to other parts of the body. - There is no standard staging system for childhood AML, childhood chronic myelogenous leukemia (CML), juvenile myelomonocytic leukemia (JM... | CancerGov | Childhood Acute Myeloid Leukemia and Other Myeloid Malignancies |
what research (or clinical trials) is being done for Childhood Acute Myeloid Leukemia and Other Myeloid Malignancies ? | 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. Biologic therapy Biologi... | CancerGov | Childhood Acute Myeloid Leukemia and Other Myeloid Malignancies |
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