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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. ... | Chronic Lymphocytic Leukemia |
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 ... | Chronic Lymphocytic Leukemia |
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... | Chronic Lymphocytic Leukemia |
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... | Chronic Lymphocytic Leukemia |
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,... | Chronic Lymphocytic Leukemia |
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 ... | Chronic Lymphocytic Leukemia |
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... | Chronic Lymphocytic Leukemia |
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... | Adult Central Nervous System Tumors |
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... | Adult Central Nervous System Tumors |
What causes Adult Central Nervous System Tumors ? | The cause of most adult brain and spinal cord tumors is not known. | Adult Central Nervous System Tumors |
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... | Adult Central Nervous System Tumors |
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... | Adult Central Nervous System Tumors |
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 ... | Adult Central Nervous System Tumors |
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.
... | Adult Central Nervous System Tumors |
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... | Adult Central Nervous System Tumors |
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 ... | Adult Central Nervous System Tumors |
What is (are) Essential Thrombocythemia ? | Key Points
- Essential thrombocythemia is a disease in which too many platelets are made in the bone marrow. - Patients with essential thrombocythemia may have no signs or symptoms. - Certain factors affect prognosis (chance of recovery) and treatment options for essential thrombocythemia.
... | Essential Thrombocythemia |
What are the symptoms of Essential Thrombocythemia ? | Patients with essential thrombocythemia may have no signs or symptoms. Essential thrombocythemia often does not cause early signs or symptoms. It may be found during a routine blood test. Signs and symptoms may be caused by essential thrombocytopenia or by other conditions. Check with your doctor if you have any of the... | Essential Thrombocythemia |
What is the outlook for Essential Thrombocythemia ? | Certain factors affect prognosis (chance of recovery) and treatment options for essential thrombocythemia. Prognosis (chance of recovery) and treatment options depend on the following: - The age of the patient. - Whether the patient has signs or symptoms or other problems related to essential thrombocythemia... | Essential Thrombocythemia |
What are the treatments for Essential Thrombocythemia ? | Treatment of essential thrombocythemia in patients younger than 60 years who have no signs or symptoms and an acceptable platelet count is usually watchful waiting. Treatment of other patients may include the following: - Chemotherapy. - Anagrelide therapy. - Biologic therapy using interferon alfa... | Essential Thrombocythemia |
Who is at risk for Childhood Rhabdomyosarcoma? ? | Certain genetic conditions increase the risk of childhood rhabdomyosarcoma. Anything that increases the 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 th... | Childhood Rhabdomyosarcoma |
What are the symptoms of Childhood Rhabdomyosarcoma ? | A sign of childhood rhabdomyosarcoma is a lump or swelling that keeps getting bigger. Signs and symptoms may be caused by childhood rhabdomyosarcoma or by other conditions. The signs and symptoms that occur depend on where the cancer forms. Check with your child's doctor if your child has any of the following: ... | Childhood Rhabdomyosarcoma |
How to diagnose Childhood Rhabdomyosarcoma ? | Diagnostic tests and a biopsy are used to detect (find) and diagnose childhood rhabdomyosarcoma. The diagnostic tests that are done depend in part on where the cancer forms. The following tests and procedures may be used: - Physical exam and history : An exam of the body to check general signs of health, incl... | Childhood Rhabdomyosarcoma |
What is the outlook for Childhood Rhabdomyosarcoma ? | Certain factors affect prognosis (chance of recovery) and treatment options. The prognosis (chance of recovery) and treatment options depend on the following: - The patient's age. - Where in the body the tumor started. - The size of the tumor at the time of diagnosis. - Whether the tumor has been comp... | Childhood Rhabdomyosarcoma |
What are the stages of Childhood Rhabdomyosarcoma ? | Key Points
- After childhood rhabdomyosarcoma has been diagnosed, treatment is based in part on the stage of the cancer and sometimes it is based on whether all the cancer was removed by surgery. - There are three ways that cancer spreads in the body. - Cancer may spread from where it began t... | Childhood Rhabdomyosarcoma |
what research (or clinical trials) is being done for Childhood Rhabdomyosarcoma ? | 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 ... | Childhood Rhabdomyosarcoma |
What are the treatments for Childhood Rhabdomyosarcoma ? | Key Points
- There are different types of treatment for patients with childhood rhabdomyosarcoma. - Children with rhabdomyosarcoma should have their treatment planned by a team of health care providers who are experts in treating cancer in children. - Treatment for childhood rhabdomyosarcoma ... | Childhood Rhabdomyosarcoma |
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... | Pituitary Tumors |
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... | Pituitary Tumors |
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... | Pituitary Tumors |
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... | Pituitary Tumors |
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... | Pituitary Tumors |
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... | Pituitary Tumors |
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 ... | Pituitary Tumors |
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 ... | Pituitary Tumors |
What is (are) Chronic Myelomonocytic Leukemia ? | Key Points
- Chronic myelomonocytic leukemia is a disease in which too many myelocytes and monocytes (immature white blood cells) are made in the bone marrow. - Older age and being male increase the risk of chronic myelomonocytic leukemia. - Signs and symptoms of chronic myelomonocytic leukemi... | Chronic Myelomonocytic Leukemia |
Who is at risk for Chronic Myelomonocytic Leukemia? ? | Older age and being male increase the risk of chronic myelomonocytic leukemia. Anything that increases your chance of getting a disease is called a risk factor. Possible risk factors for CMML include the following: - Older age. - Being male. - Being exposed to certain substances at work or in the environm... | Chronic Myelomonocytic Leukemia |
What are the symptoms of Chronic Myelomonocytic Leukemia ? | Signs and symptoms of chronic myelomonocytic leukemia include fever, weight loss, and feeling very tired. These and other signs and symptoms may be caused by CMML or by other conditions. Check with your doctor if you have any of the following: - Fever for no known reason. - Infection. - Feeling very tire... | Chronic Myelomonocytic Leukemia |
What is the outlook for Chronic Myelomonocytic Leukemia ? | Certain factors affect prognosis (chance of recovery) and treatment options. The prognosis (chance of recovery) and treatment options for CMML depend on the following: - The number of white blood cells or platelets in the blood or bone marrow. - Whether the patient is anemic. - The amount of blasts in the... | Chronic Myelomonocytic Leukemia |
What are the treatments for Chronic Myelomonocytic Leukemia ? | Treatment of chronic myelomonocytic leukemia (CMML) may include the following: - Chemotherapy with one or more agents. - Stem cell transplant. - A clinical trial of a new treatment. Check the list of NCI-supported cancer clinical trials that are now accepting patients with chronic myelomonocytic ... | Chronic Myelomonocytic Leukemia |
What is (are) Nasopharyngeal Cancer ? | Key Points
- Nasopharyngeal cancer is a disease in which malignant (cancer) cells form in the tissues of the nasopharynx. - Ethnic background and being exposed to the Epstein-Barr virus can affect the risk of nasopharyngeal cancer. - Signs of nasopharyngeal cancer include trouble breathing, s... | Nasopharyngeal Cancer |
Who is at risk for Nasopharyngeal Cancer? ? | Ethnic background and being exposed to the Epstein-Barr virus can affect the risk of nasopharyngeal 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... | Nasopharyngeal Cancer |
What are the symptoms of Nasopharyngeal Cancer ? | Signs of nasopharyngeal cancer include trouble breathing, speaking, or hearing. These and other signs and symptoms may be caused by nasopharyngeal cancer or by other conditions. Check with your doctor if you have any of the following: - A lump in the nose or neck. - A sore throat. - Trouble breathing or s... | Nasopharyngeal Cancer |
How to diagnose Nasopharyngeal Cancer ? | Tests that examine the nose and throat are used to detect (find) and diagnose nasopharyngeal 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 swollen lymph nodes in the n... | Nasopharyngeal Cancer |
What is the outlook for Nasopharyngeal 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 part of the nasopharynx, involves the whole nasopharynx, or has spread to other places in the body). - ... | Nasopharyngeal Cancer |
What are the stages of Nasopharyngeal Cancer ? | Key Points
- After nasopharyngeal cancer has been diagnosed, tests are done to find out if cancer cells have spread within the nasopharynx 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.... | Nasopharyngeal Cancer |
What are the treatments for Nasopharyngeal Cancer ? | Key Points
- There are different types of treatment for patients with nasopharyngeal cancer. - Three types of standard treatment are used: - Radiation therapy - Chemotherapy - Surgery - New types of treatment are being tested in clinical trials. - Patients may want ... | Nasopharyngeal Cancer |
what research (or clinical trials) is being done for Nasopharyngeal 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 ... | Nasopharyngeal Cancer |
What is (are) Gastrointestinal Stromal Tumors ? | Key Points
- Gastrointestinal stromal tumor is a disease in which abnormal cells form in the tissues of the gastrointestinal tract. - Genetic factors can increase the risk of having a gastrointestinal stromal tumor. - Signs of gastrointestinal stromal tumors include blood in the stool or vomi... | Gastrointestinal Stromal Tumors |
Who is at risk for Gastrointestinal Stromal Tumors? ? | Genetic factors can increase the risk of having a gastrointestinal stromal 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 doesn't mean that you will not get cancer. Talk with your doctor if you t... | Gastrointestinal Stromal Tumors |
What are the symptoms of Gastrointestinal Stromal Tumors ? | Signs of gastrointestinal stromal tumors include blood in the stool or vomit. These and other signs and symptoms may be caused by a GIST 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 or vomit. - Pain in the abdomen, whi... | Gastrointestinal Stromal Tumors |
What are the stages of Gastrointestinal Stromal Tumors ? | Key Points
- After a gastrointestinal stromal tumor has been diagnosed, tests are done to find out if cancer cells have spread within the gastrointestinal tract 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 oth... | Gastrointestinal Stromal Tumors |
what research (or clinical trials) is being done for Gastrointestinal Stromal 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 ... | Gastrointestinal Stromal Tumors |
What are the treatments for Gastrointestinal Stromal Tumors ? | Key Points
- There are different types of treatment for patients with gastrointestinal stromal tumors. - Four types of standard treatment are used: - Surgery - Targeted therapy - Watchful waiting - Supportive care - New types of treatment are being tested in clinical tr... | Gastrointestinal Stromal Tumors |
What is (are) Adult Primary Liver Cancer ? | Key Points
- Adult primary liver cancer is a disease in which malignant (cancer) cells form in the tissues of the liver. - There are two types of adult primary liver cancer. - Having hepatitis or cirrhosis can affect the risk of adult primary liver cancer. - Signs and symptoms of adult pri... | Adult Primary Liver Cancer |
Who is at risk for Adult Primary Liver Cancer? ? | Having hepatitis or cirrhosis can affect the risk of adult primary liver 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 with your doctor if you t... | Adult Primary Liver Cancer |
What are the symptoms of Adult Primary Liver Cancer ? | Signs and symptoms of adult primary liver cancer include a lump or pain on the right side. These and other signs and symptoms may be caused by adult primary liver cancer or by other conditions. Check with your doctor if you have any of the following: - A hard lump on the right side just below the rib cage. -... | Adult Primary Liver Cancer |
How to diagnose Adult Primary Liver Cancer ? | Tests that examine the liver and the blood are used to detect (find) and diagnose adult primary liver 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 e... | Adult Primary Liver Cancer |
What is the outlook for Adult Primary Liver 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, whether it affects part or all of the liver, or has spread to other places in the body). - How well ... | Adult Primary Liver Cancer |
What are the stages of Adult Primary Liver Cancer ? | Key Points
- After adult primary liver cancer has been diagnosed, tests are done to find out if cancer cells have spread within the liver 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. ... | Adult Primary Liver Cancer |
what research (or clinical trials) is being done for Adult Primary Liver 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 ... | Adult Primary Liver Cancer |
What are the treatments for Adult Primary Liver Cancer ? | Key Points
- There are different types of treatment for patients with adult primary liver cancer. - Patients with liver cancer are treated by a team of specialists who are experts in treating liver cancer. - Seven types of standard treatment are used: - Surveillance - Surgery ... | Adult Primary Liver Cancer |
What is (are) Prostate Cancer ? | Key Points
- 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 |
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... | Prostate Cancer |
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 fo... | Prostate Cancer |
What is (are) Childhood Central Nervous System Embryonal Tumors ? | Key Points
- Central nervous system (CNS) embryonal tumors may begin in embryonic (fetal) cells that remain in the brain after birth. - There are different types of CNS embryonal tumors. - Pineoblastomas form in cells of the pineal gland. - Certain genetic conditions increase the risk of ... | Childhood Central Nervous System Embryonal Tumors |
Who is at risk for Childhood Central Nervous System Embryonal Tumors? ? | Certain genetic conditions increase the risk of childhood CNS embryonal tumors. Anything that increases the 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 yo... | Childhood Central Nervous System Embryonal Tumors |
What are the symptoms of Childhood Central Nervous System Embryonal Tumors ? | Signs and symptoms of childhood CNS embryonal tumors or pineoblastomas depend on the child's age and where the tumor is. These and other signs and symptoms may be caused by childhood CNS embryonal tumors, pineoblastomas, or other conditions. Check with your child's doctor if your child has any of the following: ... | Childhood Central Nervous System Embryonal Tumors |
How to diagnose Childhood Central Nervous System Embryonal Tumors ? | Tests that examine the brain and spinal cord are used to detect (find) childhood CNS embryonal tumors or pineoblastomas. 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... | Childhood Central Nervous System Embryonal Tumors |
What is the outlook for Childhood Central Nervous System Embryonal Tumors ? | Certain factors affect prognosis (chance of recovery) and treatment options. The prognosis (chance of recovery) and treatment options depend on: - The type of tumor and where it is in the brain. - Whether the cancer has spread within the brain and spinal cord when the tumor is found. - The age of the ch... | Childhood Central Nervous System Embryonal Tumors |
what research (or clinical trials) is being done for Childhood Central Nervous System Embryonal 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 ... | Childhood Central Nervous System Embryonal Tumors |
What are the treatments for Childhood Central Nervous System Embryonal Tumors ? | Key Points
- There are different types of treatment for children who have central nervous system (CNS) embryonal tumors. - Children who have CNS embryonal tumors should have their treatment planned by a team of health care providers who are experts in treating brain tumors in children. - Chil... | Childhood Central Nervous System Embryonal Tumors |
What is (are) Adult Hodgkin Lymphoma ? | Key Points
- Adult Hodgkin lymphoma is a disease in which malignant (cancer) cells form in the lymph system. - There are two main types of Hodgkin lymphoma: classical and nodular lymphocyte-predominant. - Age, gender, and Epstein-Barr infection can affect the risk of adult Hodgkin lymphoma. ... | Adult Hodgkin Lymphoma |
Who is at risk for Adult Hodgkin Lymphoma? ? | Age, gender, and Epstein-Barr infection can affect the risk of adult Hodgkin lymphoma. 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 ... | Adult Hodgkin Lymphoma |
What are the symptoms of Adult Hodgkin Lymphoma ? | Signs of adult Hodgkin lymphoma include swollen lymph nodes, fever, night sweats, and weight loss. These and other signs and symptoms may be caused by adult Hodgkin lymphoma or by other conditions. Check with your doctor if any of the following do not go away: - Painless, swollen lymph nodes in the neck, undera... | Adult Hodgkin Lymphoma |
How to diagnose Adult Hodgkin Lymphoma ? | Tests that examine the lymph nodes are used to detect (find) and diagnose adult Hodgkin lymphoma. 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 see... | Adult Hodgkin Lymphoma |
What is the outlook for Adult Hodgkin Lymphoma ? | Certain factors affect prognosis (chance of recovery) and treatment options. The prognosis (chance of recovery) and treatment options depend on the following: - The patient's signs and symptoms. - The stage of the cancer. - The type of Hodgkin lymphoma. - Blood test results. - The patient's age, ge... | Adult Hodgkin Lymphoma |
what research (or clinical trials) is being done for Adult Hodgkin Lymphoma ? | 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 and radiation t... | Adult Hodgkin Lymphoma |
What are the stages of Adult Hodgkin Lymphoma ? | Key Points
- After adult Hodgkin lymphoma has been diagnosed, tests are done to find out if cancer cells have spread within the lymph system or to other parts of the body. - There are three ways that cancer spreads in the body. - Stages of adult Hodgkin lymphoma may include A, B, E, and S. ... | Adult Hodgkin Lymphoma |
What are the treatments for Adult Hodgkin Lymphoma ? | Key Points
- There are different types of treatment for patients with adult Hodgkin lymphoma. - Patients with Hodgkin lymphoma should have their treatment planned by a team of health care providers with expertise in treating lymphomas. - Patients may develop late effects that appear months or... | Adult Hodgkin Lymphoma |
What is (are) Adult Acute Lymphoblastic Leukemia ? | Key Points
- Adult acute lymphoblastic leukemia (ALL) 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. - Previous chemotherapy and exposure to radiation may increase th... | Adult Acute Lymphoblastic Leukemia |
What are the symptoms of Adult Acute Lymphoblastic Leukemia ? | Signs and symptoms of adult ALL include fever, feeling tired, and easy bruising or bleeding. The early signs and symptoms of ALL may be like the flu or other common diseases. Check with your doctor if you have any of the following: - Weakness or feeling tired. - Fever or night sweats. - Easy bruising or ... | Adult Acute Lymphoblastic Leukemia |
How to diagnose Adult Acute Lymphoblastic Leukemia ? | Tests that examine the blood and bone marrow are used to detect (find) and diagnose adult ALL. 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 infection or anything else that s... | Adult Acute Lymphoblastic Leukemia |
What is the outlook for Adult Acute Lymphoblastic Leukemia ? | Certain factors affect prognosis (chance of recovery) and treatment options. The prognosis (chance of recovery) and treatment options depend on the following: - The age of the patient. - Whether the cancer has spread to the brain or spinal cord. - Whether there are certain changes in the genes, including ... | Adult Acute Lymphoblastic Leukemia |
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... | Adult Acute Lymphoblastic Leukemia |
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 ... | Adult Acute Lymphoblastic Leukemia |
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... | Adult Acute Lymphoblastic Leukemia |
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... | Chronic Myeloproliferative Neoplasms |
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... | Chronic Myeloproliferative Neoplasms |
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... | Chronic Myeloproliferative Neoplasms |
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... | Chronic Myeloproliferative Neoplasms |
What is (are) Parathyroid Cancer ? | Key Points
- Parathyroid cancer is a rare disease in which malignant (cancer) cells form in the tissues of a parathyroid gland. - Having certain inherited disorders can increase the risk of developing parathyroid cancer. - Signs and symptoms of parathyroid cancer include weakness, feeling tir... | Parathyroid Cancer |
Who is at risk for Parathyroid Cancer? ? | Having certain inherited disorders can increase the risk of developing parathyroid cancer. Anything that increases the chance of getting a disease is called a risk factor. Risk factors for parathyroid cancer include the following rare disorders that are inherited (passed down from parent to child): - Familial... | Parathyroid Cancer |
What are the symptoms of Parathyroid Cancer ? | Signs and symptoms of parathyroid cancer include weakness, feeling tired, and a lump in the neck. Most parathyroid cancer signs and symptoms are caused by the hypercalcemia that develops. Signs and symptoms of hypercalcemia include the following: - Weakness. - Feeling very tired. - Nausea and vomiting. ... | Parathyroid Cancer |
How to diagnose Parathyroid Cancer ? | Tests that examine the neck and blood are used to detect (find) and diagnose parathyroid cancer. Once blood tests are done and hyperparathyroidism is diagnosed, imaging tests may be done to help find which of the parathyroid glands is overactive. Sometimes the parathyroid glands are hard to find and imaging tests are d... | Parathyroid Cancer |
What is the outlook for Parathyroid Cancer ? | Certain factors affect prognosis (chance of recovery) and treatment options. The prognosis (chance of recovery) and treatment options depend on the following: - Whether the calcium level in the blood can be controlled. - The stage of the cancer. - Whether the tumor and the capsule around the tumor can be... | Parathyroid Cancer |
What are the stages of Parathyroid Cancer ? | Key Points
- After parathyroid cancer 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. - There is no standard sta... | Parathyroid Cancer |
What are the treatments for Parathyroid Cancer ? | Key Points
- There are different types of treatment for patients with parathyroid cancer. - Treatment includes control of hypercalcemia (too much calcium in the blood) in patients who have an overactive parathyroid gland. - Four types of standard treatment are used: - Surgery - R... | Parathyroid Cancer |
what research (or clinical trials) is being done for Parathyroid 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 ... | Parathyroid Cancer |
What is (are) Lip and Oral Cavity Cancer ? | Key Points
- Lip and oral cavity cancer is a disease in which malignant (cancer) cells form in the lips or mouth. - Tobacco and alcohol use can affect the risk of lip and oral cavity cancer. - Signs of lip and oral cavity cancer include a sore or lump on the lips or in the mouth. - Tests ... | Lip and Oral Cavity Cancer |
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