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susceptibility | Who is at risk for Adult Acute Lymphoblastic Leukemia? ? | Previous chemotherapy and exposure to radiation may increase the risk of developing ALL. 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... |
stages | What are the stages of Adult Acute Lymphoblastic Leukemia ? | Key Points
- Once adult ALL has been diagnosed, tests are done to find out if the cancer has spread to the central nervous system (brain and spinal cord) or to other parts of the body. - There is no standard staging system for adult ALL.
Once ... |
treatment | What are the treatments for Adult Acute Lymphoblastic Leukemia ? | Key Points
- There are different types of treatment for patients with adult ALL. - The treatment of adult ALL usually has two phases. - Four types of standard treatment are used: - Chemotherapy - Radiation therapy - Chemotherapy with stem cell transplant - Targeted ther... |
information | What is (are) Oral Cavity and Oropharyngeal Cancer ? | Key Points
- Oral cavity and oropharyngeal cancer are diseases in which malignant (cancer) cells form in the mouth and throat. - The number of new cases of oral cavity and oropharyngeal cancer and the number of deaths from oral cavity and oropharyngeal cancer varies by race and gender. - Diffe... |
susceptibility | Who is at risk for Oral Cavity and Oropharyngeal Cancer? ? | The number of new cases of oral cavity and oropharyngeal cancer and the number of deaths from oral cavity and oropharyngeal cancer varies by race and gender. Over the past ten years, the number of new cases and deaths from oral cavity and oropharyngeal cancer slightly increased in white men and women. The number slight... |
susceptibility | Who is at risk for Oral Cavity and Oropharyngeal Cancer? ? | Different factors increase or decrease the risk of oral cavity and oropharyngeal 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 ... |
information | What is (are) Chronic Myelogenous Leukemia ? | Key Points
- Chronic myelogenous leukemia is a disease in which the bone marrow makes too many white blood cells. - Leukemia may affect red blood cells, white blood cells, and platelets. - Signs and symptoms of chronic myelogenous leukemia include fever, night sweats, and tiredness. - Most... |
symptoms | What are the symptoms of Chronic Myelogenous Leukemia ? | Signs and symptoms of chronic myelogenous leukemia include fever, night sweats, and tiredness. These and other signs and symptoms may be caused by CML or by other conditions. Check with your doctor if you have any of the following: - Feeling very tired. - Weight loss for no known reason. - Night sweats. ... |
genetic changes | What are the genetic changes related to Chronic Myelogenous Leukemia ? | Most people with CML have a gene mutation (change) called the Philadelphia chromosome. Every cell in the body contains DNA (genetic material) that determines how the cell looks and acts. DNA is contained inside chromosomes. In CML, part of the DNA from one chromosome moves to another chromosome. This change is called t... |
exams and tests | How to diagnose Chronic Myelogenous Leukemia ? | Tests that examine the blood and bone marrow are used to detect (find) and diagnose chronic myelogenous leukemia.. 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 an enlarged spl... |
outlook | What is the outlook for Chronic Myelogenous Leukemia ? | Certain factors affect prognosis (chance of recovery) and treatment options. The prognosis (chance of recovery) and treatment options depend on the following: - The patients age. - The phase of CML. - The amount of blasts in the blood or bone marrow. - The size of the spleen at diagnosis. - The pati... |
stages | What are the stages of Chronic Myelogenous Leukemia ? | Key Points
- After chronic myelogenous leukemia has been diagnosed, tests are done to find out if the cancer has spread. - Chronic myelogenous leukemia has 3 phases. - Chronic phase - Accelerated phase - Blastic phase
After chr... |
research | what research (or clinical trials) is being done for Chronic Myelogenous Leukemia ? | 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 ... |
treatment | What are the treatments for Chronic Myelogenous Leukemia ? | Key Points
- There are different types of treatment for patients with chronic myelogenous leukemia. - Six types of standard treatment are used: - Targeted therapy - Chemotherapy - Biologic therapy - High-dose chemotherapy with stem cell transplant - Donor lymphocyte inf... |
information | What is (are) Primary Myelofibrosis ? | Key Points
- Primary myelofibrosis is a disease in which abnormal blood cells and fibers build up inside the bone marrow. - Symptoms of primary myelofibrosis include pain below the ribs on the left side and feeling very tired. - Certain factors affect prognosis (chance of recovery) and treatme... |
symptoms | What are the symptoms of Primary Myelofibrosis ? | Symptoms of primary myelofibrosis include pain below the ribs on the left side and feeling very tired. Primary myelofibrosis often does not cause early signs or symptoms. It may be found during a routine blood test. Signs and symptoms may be caused by primary myelofibrosis or by other conditions. Check with your doctor... |
outlook | What is the outlook for Primary Myelofibrosis ? | Certain factors affect prognosis (chance of recovery) and treatment options for primary myelofibrosis. Prognosis (chance of recovery) depends on the following: - The age of the patient. - The number of abnormal red blood cells and white blood cells. - The number of blasts in the blood. - Whether there ... |
treatment | What are the treatments for Primary Myelofibrosis ? | Treatment of primary myelofibrosis in patients without signs or symptoms is usually watchful waiting. Patients with primary myelofibrosis may have signs or symptoms of anemia. Anemia is usually treated with transfusion of red blood cells to relieve symptoms and improve quality of life. In addition, anemia may be tre... |
information | What is (are) Plasma Cell Neoplasms (Including Multiple Myeloma) ? | Key Points
- 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) ... |
susceptibility | 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. Plas... |
exams and tests | 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 dise... |
outlook | 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... |
stages | What are the stages of Plasma Cell Neoplasms (Including Multiple Myeloma) ? | Key Points
- 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 ba... |
treatment | What are the treatments for Plasma Cell Neoplasms (Including Multiple Myeloma) ? | Key Points
- There are different types of treatment for patients with plasma cell neoplasms. - Eight types of treatment are used: - Chemotherapy - Other drug therapy - Targeted therapy - High-dose chemotherapy with stem cell transplant - Biologic therapy - Radiation th... |
research | 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 therapie... |
information | What is (are) Pituitary Tumors ? | Key Points
- A pituitary tumor is a growth of abnormal cells in the tissues of the pituitary gland. - The pituitary gland hormones control many other glands in the body. - Having certain genetic conditions increases the risk of developing a pituitary tumor. - Signs of a pituitary tumor incl... |
susceptibility | Who is at risk for Pituitary Tumors? ? | Having certain genetic conditions increases the risk of developing a pituitary tumor.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... |
symptoms | What are the symptoms of Pituitary Tumors ? | Signs of a pituitary tumor include problems with vision and certain physical changes. Signs and symptoms can be caused by the growth of the tumor and/or by hormones the tumor makes or by other conditions. Some tumors may not cause signs or symptoms. Check with your doctor if you have any of these problems. Signs an... |
exams and tests | How to diagnose Pituitary Tumors ? | Imaging studies and tests that examine the blood and urine are used to detect (find) and diagnose a pituitary 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... |
outlook | What is the outlook for Pituitary Tumors ? | Certain factors affect prognosis (chance of recovery) and treatment options. The prognosis (chance of recovery) depends on the type of tumor and whether the tumor has spread into other areas of the central nervous system (brain and spinal cord) or outside of the central nervous system to other parts of the body. Trea... |
stages | What are the stages of Pituitary Tumors ? | Key Points
- Once a pituitary tumor has been diagnosed, tests are done to find out if it has spread within the central nervous system (brain and spinal cord) or to other parts of the body. - Pituitary tumors are described in several ways.
Onc... |
treatment | What are the treatments for Pituitary Tumors ? | Key Points
- There are different types of treatment for patients with pituitary tumors. - Four types of standard treatment are used: - Surgery - Radiation therapy - Drug therapy - Chemotherapy - New types of treatment are being tested in clinical trials. - Patients ... |
research | what research (or clinical trials) is being done for Pituitary Tumors ? | 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 ... |
prevention | How to prevent Anal Cancer ? | Key Points
- Avoiding risk factors and increasing protective factors may help prevent cancer. - The following are risk factors for anal cancer: - Anal HPV infection - Certain medical conditions - History of cervical, vaginal, or vulvar cancer - HIV infection/AIDS ... |
information | What is (are) Chronic Lymphocytic Leukemia ? | Key Points
- Chronic lymphocytic leukemia is a type of cancer in which the bone marrow makes too many lymphocytes (a type of white blood cell). - Leukemia may affect red blood cells, white blood cells, and platelets. - Older age can affect the risk of developing chronic lymphocytic leukemia. ... |
susceptibility | Who is at risk for Chronic Lymphocytic Leukemia? ? | Older age can affect the risk of developing chronic lymphocytic leukemia. 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 ... |
symptoms | What are the symptoms of Chronic Lymphocytic Leukemia ? | Signs and symptoms of chronic lymphocytic leukemia include swollen lymph nodes and tiredness. Usually CLL does not cause any signs or symptoms and is found during a routine blood test. Signs and symptoms may be caused by CLL or by other conditions. Check with your doctor if you have any of the following: - Pain... |
exams and tests | How to diagnose Chronic Lymphocytic Leukemia ? | Tests that examine the blood, bone marrow, and lymph nodes are used to detect (find) and diagnose chronic lymphocytic leukemia. 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 l... |
outlook | What is the outlook for Chronic Lymphocytic Leukemia ? | Certain factors affect treatment options and prognosis (chance of recovery). Treatment options depend on: - The stage of the disease. - Red blood cell, white blood cell, and platelet blood counts. - Whether there are signs or symptoms, such as fever, chills, or weight loss. - Whether the liver, spleen,... |
research | what research (or clinical trials) is being done for Chronic Lymphocytic Leukemia ? | 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 with stem cell ... |
treatment | What are the treatments for Chronic Lymphocytic Leukemia ? | Key Points
- There are different types of treatment for patients with chronic lymphocytic leukemia. - Five types of standard treatment are used: - Watchful waiting - Radiation therapy - Chemotherapy - Surgery - Targeted therapy - New types of treatment are being... |
information | What is (are) Chronic Myeloproliferative Neoplasms ? | Key Points
- Myeloproliferative neoplasms are a group of diseases in which the bone marrow makes too many red blood cells, white blood cells, or platelets. - There are 6 types of chronic myeloproliferative neoplasms. - Tests that examine the blood and bone marrow are used to detect (find) and... |
exams and tests | How to diagnose Chronic Myeloproliferative Neoplasms ? | Tests that examine the blood and bone marrow are used to detect (find) and diagnose chronic myeloproliferative 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 lumps o... |
stages | What are the stages of Chronic Myeloproliferative Neoplasms ? | Key Points
- There is no standard staging system for chronic myeloproliferative neoplasms.
There is no standard staging system for chronic myeloproliferative neoplasms.
Staging is the process used to find out how far the cance... |
treatment | What are the treatments for Chronic Myeloproliferative Neoplasms ? | Key Points
- There are different types of treatment for patients with chronic myeloproliferative neoplasms. - Eleven types of standard treatment are used: - Watchful waiting - Phlebotomy - Platelet apheresis - Transfusion therapy - Chemotherapy - Radiation ther... |
information | What is (are) Skin Cancer ? | Key Points
- Skin cancer is a disease in which malignant (cancer) cells form in the tissues of the skin. - Nonmelanoma skin cancer is the most common cancer in the United States. - Being exposed to ultraviolet radiation may increase the risk of skin cancer.
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susceptibility | Who is at risk for Skin Cancer? ? | Being exposed to ultraviolet radiation may increase the risk of skin 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. People who think they may be at r... |
information | 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... |
symptoms | 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. ... |
treatment | 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 (... |
information | What is (are) Penile Cancer ? | Key Points
- 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... |
susceptibility | 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... |
symptoms | 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. |
exams and tests | 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 un... |
outlook | 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). |
stages | What are the stages of Penile Cancer ? | Key Points
- 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 follo... |
treatment | What are the treatments for Penile Cancer ? | Key Points
- 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. - Radi... |
research | 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 Radiose... |
information | What is (are) Thymoma and Thymic Carcinoma ? | Key Points
- Thymoma and thymic carcinoma are diseases in which malignant (cancer) cells form on the outside surface of the thymus. - Thymoma is linked with myasthenia gravis and other autoimmune diseases. - Signs and symptoms of thymoma and thymic carcinoma include a cough and chest pain. ... |
symptoms | What are the symptoms of Thymoma and Thymic Carcinoma ? | Signs and symptoms of thymoma and thymic carcinoma include a cough and chest pain. Thymoma and thymic carcinoma may not cause early signs or symptoms. The cancer may be found during a routine chest x-ray. Signs and symptoms may be caused by thymoma, thymic carcinoma, or other conditions. Check with your doctor if you h... |
exams and tests | How to diagnose Thymoma and Thymic Carcinoma ? | Tests that examine the thymus are used to detect (find) thymoma or thymic carcinoma. 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... |
outlook | What is the outlook for Thymoma and Thymic Carcinoma ? | 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 of cancer cell. - Whether the tumor can be removed completely by surgery. - The patient's general health... |
stages | What are the stages of Thymoma and Thymic Carcinoma ? | Key Points
- Tests done to detect thymoma or thymic carcinoma are also used to stage the disease. - 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 thymoma: - Stage I -... |
research | what research (or clinical trials) is being done for Thymoma and Thymic Carcinoma ? | 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.
... |
treatment | What are the treatments for Thymoma and Thymic Carcinoma ? | Key Points
- There are different types of treatment for patients with thymoma and thymic carcinoma. - Four types of standard treatment are used: - Surgery - Radiation therapy - Chemotherapy - Hormone therapy - New types of treatment are being tested in clinical trials. ... |
information | 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... |
susceptibility | 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... |
symptoms | 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... |
exams and tests | 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... |
outlook | 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... |
stages | 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... |
treatment | 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... |
information | 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... |
susceptibility | 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 |
outlook | 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... |
susceptibility | 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... |
susceptibility | Who is at risk for Testicular Cancer? ? | Health history can affect the risk of 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 doesnt mean that you will not get cancer. Talk with your doctor if you think... |
stages | What are the stages of Testicular Cancer ? | Key Points
- After testicular cancer has been diagnosed, tests are done to find out if cancer cells have spread within the testicles 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. - ... |
treatment | What are the treatments for Testicular Cancer ? | Key Points
- There are different types of treatment for patients with testicular cancer. - Testicular tumors are divided into 3 groups, based on how well the tumors are expected to respond to treatment. - Good Prognosis - Intermediate Prognosis - Poor Prognosis - Five type... |
research | what research (or clinical trials) is being done for Testicular 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 ... |
information | What is (are) Hairy Cell Leukemia ? | Key Points
- Hairy cell leukemia is a type of cancer in which the bone marrow makes too many lymphocytes (a type of white blood cell). - Leukemia may affect red blood cells, white blood cells, and platelets. - Gender and age may affect the risk of hairy cell leukemia. - Signs and symptoms ... |
susceptibility | Who is at risk for Hairy Cell Leukemia? ? | Gender and age may affect the risk of hairy cell leukemia. 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 be at ris... |
symptoms | What are the symptoms of Hairy Cell Leukemia ? | Signs and symptoms of hairy cell leukemia include infections, tiredness, and pain below the ribs. These and other signs and symptoms may be caused by hairy cell leukemia or by other conditions. Check with your doctor if you have any of the following: - Weakness or feeling tired. - Fever or frequent infecti... |
exams and tests | How to diagnose Hairy Cell Leukemia ? | Tests that examine the blood and bone marrow are used to detect (find) and diagnose hairy cell leukemia. 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 a swollen spleen, lumps,... |
outlook | What is the outlook for Hairy Cell Leukemia ? | Certain factors affect treatment options and prognosis (chance of recovery). The treatment options may depend on the following: - The number of hairy (leukemia) cells and healthy blood cells in the blood and bone marrow. - Whether the spleen is swollen. - Whether there are signs or symptoms of leukemia, s... |
stages | What are the stages of Hairy Cell Leukemia ? | Key Points
- There is no standard staging system for hairy cell leukemia.
There is no standard staging system for hairy cell leukemia.
Staging is the process used to find out how far the cancer has spread. Groups are used in p... |
research | what research (or clinical trials) is being done for Hairy Cell Leukemia ? | 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... |
treatment | What are the treatments for Hairy Cell Leukemia ? | Key Points
- There are different types of treatment for patients with hairy cell leukemia. - Five types of standard treatment are used: - Watchful waiting - Chemotherapy - Biologic therapy - Surgery - Targeted therapy - New types of treatment are being tested in ... |
information | What is (are) Adult Central Nervous System Tumors ? | Key Points
- An adult central nervous system tumor is a disease in which abnormal cells form in the tissues of the brain and/or spinal cord. - A tumor that starts in another part of the body and spreads to the brain is called a metastatic brain tumor. - The brain controls many important body f... |
susceptibility | Who is at risk for Adult Central Nervous System Tumors? ? | Having certain genetic syndromes may increase the risk of a central nervous system tumor. 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... |
causes | What causes Adult Central Nervous System Tumors ? | The cause of most adult brain and spinal cord tumors is not known. |
symptoms | What are the symptoms of Adult Central Nervous System Tumors ? | The signs and symptoms of adult brain and spinal cord tumors are not the same in every person. Signs and symptoms depend on the following: - Where the tumor forms in the brain or spinal cord. - What the affected part of the brain controls. - The size of the tumor. Signs and symptoms may be caused b... |
exams and tests | How to diagnose Adult Central Nervous System Tumors ? | Tests that examine the brain and spinal cord are used to diagnose adult brain and spinal cord 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... |
outlook | What is the outlook for Adult Central Nervous System Tumors ? | Certain factors affect prognosis (chance of recovery) and treatment options. The prognosis (chance of recovery) and treatment options for primary brain and spinal cord tumors depend on the following: - The type and grade of the tumor. - Where the tumor is in the brain or spinal cord. - Whether the tumor ... |
stages | What are the stages of Adult Central Nervous System Tumors ? | Key Points
- There is no standard staging system for adult brain and spinal cord tumors. - Imaging tests may be repeated after surgery to help plan more treatment.
There is no standard staging system for adult brain and spinal cord tumors.
... |
research | what research (or clinical trials) is being done for Adult Central Nervous System Tumors ? | New types of treatment are being tested in clinical trials.
This summary section refers to new treatments being studied in clinical trials, but it may not mention every new treatment being studied. Information about clinical trials is available from the NCI website. Proton beam radiation therapy... |
treatment | What are the treatments for Adult Central Nervous System Tumors ? | Key Points
- There are different types of treatment for patients with adult brain and spinal cord tumors. - Five types of standard treatment are used: - Active surveillance - Surgery - Radiation therapy - Chemotherapy - Targeted therapy - Supportive care is given ... |
information | What is (are) Pancreatic Cancer ? | Key Points
- Pancreatic cancer is a disease in which malignant (cancer) cells form in the tissues of the pancreas. - Smoking and health history can affect the risk of pancreatic cancer. - Signs and symptoms of pancreatic cancer include jaundice, pain, and weight loss. - Pancreatic cancer is... |
susceptibility | Who is at risk for Pancreatic Cancer? ? | Smoking and health history can affect the risk of pancreatic 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 doesnt mean that you will not get cancer. Talk with your doctor if you think you may b... |
symptoms | What are the symptoms of Pancreatic Cancer ? | Signs and symptoms of pancreatic cancer include jaundice, pain, and weight loss.
Pancreatic cancer may not cause early signs or symptoms. Signs and symptoms may be caused by pancreatic cancer or by other conditions. Check with your doctor if you have any of the following: - Jaundice (yell... |
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