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What is the outlook for Melanoma ? | Certain factors affect prognosis (chance of recovery) and treatment options. The prognosis (chance of recovery) and treatment options depend on the following: - The thickness of the tumor and where it is in the body. - How quickly the cancer cells are dividing. - Whether there was bleeding or ulceration o... | Melanoma |
What are the stages of Melanoma ? | Key Points
- After melanoma has been diagnosed, tests are done to find out if cancer cells have spread within the skin 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 method use... | Melanoma |
What are the treatments for Melanoma ? | Key Points
- There are different types of treatment for patients with melanoma. - Five types of standard treatment are used: - Surgery - Chemotherapy - Radiation therapy - Immunotherapy - Targeted therapy - New types of treatment are being tested in clinical tri... | Melanoma |
what research (or clinical trials) is being done for Melanoma ? | New types of treatment are being tested in clinical trials.
Information about clinical trials is available from the NCI website
Treatment for melanoma may cause side effects.
For information about side effects caused by treatm... | Melanoma |
What is (are) Childhood Central Nervous System Atypical Teratoid/Rhabdoid Tumor ? | Key Points
- Central nervous system atypical teratoid/rhabdoid tumor is a disease in which malignant (cancer) cells form in the tissues of the brain. - Certain genetic changes may increase the risk of atypical teratoid/rhabdoid tumor. - The signs and symptoms of atypical teratoid/rhabdoid tumo... | Childhood Central Nervous System Atypical Teratoid/Rhabdoid Tumor |
Who is at risk for Childhood Central Nervous System Atypical Teratoid/Rhabdoid Tumor? ? | Certain genetic changes may increase the risk of atypical teratoid/rhabdoid tumor. 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 child's doctor i... | Childhood Central Nervous System Atypical Teratoid/Rhabdoid Tumor |
What are the symptoms of Childhood Central Nervous System Atypical Teratoid/Rhabdoid Tumor ? | The signs and symptoms of atypical teratoid/rhabdoid tumor are not the same in every patient. Signs and symptoms depend on the following: - The child's age. - Where the tumor has formed. Because atypical teratoid/rhabdoid tumor is fast growing, signs and symptoms may develop quickly and get worse over... | Childhood Central Nervous System Atypical Teratoid/Rhabdoid Tumor |
How to diagnose Childhood Central Nervous System Atypical Teratoid/Rhabdoid Tumor ? | Tests that examine the brain and spinal cord are used to detect (find) CNS atypical teratoid/rhabdoid 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 anything el... | Childhood Central Nervous System Atypical Teratoid/Rhabdoid Tumor |
What is the outlook for Childhood Central Nervous System Atypical Teratoid/Rhabdoid Tumor ? | Certain factors affect prognosis (chance of recovery) and treatment options. The prognosis (chance of recovery) and treatment options depend on the following: - Whether there are certain inherited gene changes. - The age of the child. - The amount of tumor remaining after surgery. - Whether the cancer ... | Childhood Central Nervous System Atypical Teratoid/Rhabdoid Tumor |
What are the stages of Childhood Central Nervous System Atypical Teratoid/Rhabdoid Tumor ? | Key Points
- There is no standard staging system for central nervous system atypical teratoid/rhabdoid tumor.
There is no standard staging system for central nervous system atypical teratoid/rhabdoid tumor.
The extent or sprea... | Childhood Central Nervous System Atypical Teratoid/Rhabdoid Tumor |
what research (or clinical trials) is being done for Childhood Central Nervous System Atypical Teratoid/Rhabdoid Tumor ? | New types of treatment are being tested in clinical trials.
This summary section describes treatments that are being studied in clinical trials. It may not mention every new treatment being studied. Information about clinical trials is available from the NCI website. Targeted therapy Targete... | Childhood Central Nervous System Atypical Teratoid/Rhabdoid Tumor |
What are the treatments for Childhood Central Nervous System Atypical Teratoid/Rhabdoid Tumor ? | Key Points
- There are different types of treatment for patients with central nervous system atypical teratoid/rhabdoid tumor. - Children with atypical teratoid/rhabdoid tumor should have their treatment planned by a team of health care providers who are experts in treating cancer in children. ... | Childhood Central Nervous System Atypical Teratoid/Rhabdoid Tumor |
What is (are) Retinoblastoma ? | Key Points
- Retinoblastoma is a disease in which malignant (cancer) cells form in the tissues of the retina. - Retinoblastoma occurs in heritable and nonheritable forms. - Treatment for both forms of retinoblastoma should include genetic counseling. - Children with a family history of re... | Retinoblastoma |
Is Retinoblastoma inherited ? | Retinoblastoma occurs in heritable and nonheritable forms.
A child is thought to have the heritable form of retinoblastoma when one of the following is true: - There is a family history of retinoblastoma. - There is a certain mutation (change) in the RB1 gene. The mutation in the RB1 gene... | Retinoblastoma |
Who is at risk for Retinoblastoma? ? | A child who has heritable retinoblastoma has an increased risk of trilateral retinoblastoma and other cancers. A child with heritable retinoblastoma has an increased risk of a pineal tumor in the brain. When retinoblastoma and a brain tumor occur at the same time, it is called trilateral retinoblastoma. The brain tumor... | Retinoblastoma |
What are the symptoms of Retinoblastoma ? | These and other signs and symptoms may be caused by retinoblastoma or by other conditions. Check with a doctor if your child has any of the following: - Pupil of the eye appears white instead of red when light shines into it. This may be seen in flash photographs of the child. - Eyes appear to be looking in... | Retinoblastoma |
How to diagnose Retinoblastoma ? | The following tests and procedures may be used: - Physical exam and history : An exam of the body to check general signs of health, including checking for signs of disease, such as lumps or anything else that seems unusual. A history of the patients health habits and past illnesses and treatments will also be... | Retinoblastoma |
What is the outlook for Retinoblastoma ? | The prognosis (chance of recovery) and treatment options depend on the following: - Whether the cancer is in one or both eyes. - The size and number of tumors. - Whether the tumor has spread to the area around the eye, to the brain, or to other parts of the body. - Whether there are symptoms at the tim... | Retinoblastoma |
What are the stages of Retinoblastoma ? | Key Points
- After retinoblastoma has been diagnosed, tests are done to find out if cancer cells have spread within the eye or to other parts of the body. - The International Retinoblastoma Staging System (IRSS) may be used for staging retinoblastoma. - Stage 0 - Stage I - Stage... | Retinoblastoma |
What are the treatments for Retinoblastoma ? | Key Points
- There are different types of treatment for patients with retinoblastoma. - Children with retinoblastoma should have their treatment planned by a team of health care providers who are experts in treating cancer in children. - Treatment for retinoblastoma may cause side effects. ... | Retinoblastoma |
what research (or clinical trials) is being done for Retinoblastoma ? | 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 ... | Retinoblastoma |
What is (are) Childhood Acute Lymphoblastic Leukemia ? | Key Points
- Childhood acute lymphoblastic leukemia (ALL) is a type of cancer in which the bone marrow makes too many immature lymphocytes (a type of white blood cell). - Leukemia may affect red blood cells, white blood cells, and platelets. - Past treatment for cancer and certain genetic cond... | Childhood Acute Lymphoblastic Leukemia |
What are the symptoms of Childhood Acute Lymphoblastic Leukemia ? | Signs of childhood ALL include fever and bruising. These and other signs and symptoms may be caused by childhood ALL or by other conditions. Check with your child's doctor if your child has any of the following: - Fever. - Easy bruising or bleeding. - Petechiae (flat, pinpoint, dark-red spots under the ... | Childhood Acute Lymphoblastic Leukemia |
How to diagnose Childhood Acute Lymphoblastic Leukemia ? | Tests that examine the blood and bone marrow are used to detect (find) and diagnose childhood ALL. The following tests and procedures may be used to diagnose childhood ALL and find out if leukemia cells have spread to other parts of the body such as the brain or testicles: - Physical exam and history : An exa... | Childhood Acute Lymphoblastic Leukemia |
What is the outlook for Childhood Acute Lymphoblastic Leukemia ? | Certain factors affect prognosis (chance of recovery) and treatment options. The prognosis (chance of recovery) depends on: - How quickly and how low the leukemia cell count drops after the first month of treatment. - Age at the time of diagnosis, gender, race, and ethnic background. - The number of white... | Childhood Acute Lymphoblastic Leukemia |
what research (or clinical trials) is being done for Childhood Acute Lymphoblastic 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. Chimeric antigen receptor (C... | Childhood Acute Lymphoblastic Leukemia |
Who is at risk for Childhood Acute Lymphoblastic Leukemia? ? | Key Points
Past treatment for cancer and certain genetic conditions affect the risk of having childhood 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 ... | Childhood Acute Lymphoblastic Leukemia |
What are the treatments for Childhood Acute Lymphoblastic Leukemia ? | Key Points
- There are different types of treatment for childhood acute lymphoblastic leukemia (ALL). - Children with ALL should have their treatment planned by a team of doctors who are experts in treating childhood leukemia. - Children and adolescents may have treatment-related side effects... | Childhood Acute Lymphoblastic Leukemia |
What is (are) Childhood Liver Cancer ? | Key Points
- Childhood liver cancer is a disease in which malignant (cancer) cells form in the tissues of the liver. - There are different types of childhood liver cancer. - Certain diseases and disorders can increase the risk of childhood liver cancer. - Signs and symptoms of childhood li... | Childhood Liver Cancer |
Who is at risk for Childhood Liver Cancer? ? | Certain diseases and disorders can increase the risk of childhood 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 childs doctor if... | Childhood Liver Cancer |
What are the symptoms of Childhood Liver Cancer ? | Signs and symptoms of childhood liver cancer include a lump or pain in the abdomen. Signs and symptoms are more common after the tumor gets big. Other conditions can cause the same signs and symptoms. Check with your childs doctor if your child has any of the following: - A lump in the abdomen that may be painf... | Childhood Liver Cancer |
How to diagnose Childhood Liver Cancer ? | Tests that examine the liver and the blood are used to detect (find) and diagnose childhood liver cancer and find out whether the cancer has spread. 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 ... | Childhood Liver Cancer |
What is the outlook for Childhood Liver Cancer ? | Certain factors affect prognosis (chance of recovery) and treatment options. The prognosis (chance of recovery) and treatment options for hepatoblastoma depend on the following: - The PRETEXT or POSTTEXT group. - Whether the cancer has spread to other places in the body, such as the lungs or certain large b... | Childhood Liver Cancer |
What are the stages of Childhood Liver Cancer ? | Key Points
- After childhood 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 two grouping systems for childhood liver cancer. - There are four PRETEXT and POSTTEXT groups: - PRETEXT and... | Childhood Liver Cancer |
What are the treatments for Childhood Liver Cancer ? | Key Points
- There are different types of treatment for patients with childhood liver cancer. - Children with liver cancer should have their treatment planned by a team of healthcare providers who are experts in treating this rare childhood cancer. - Some cancer treatments cause side effects m... | Childhood Liver Cancer |
what research (or clinical trials) is being done for Childhood Liver 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. Targeted therapy Targete... | Childhood Liver Cancer |
What is (are) Skin Cancer ? | Key Points
- Skin cancer is a disease in which malignant (cancer) cells form in the tissues of the skin. - There are different types of cancer that start in the skin. - Skin color and being exposed to sunlight can increase the risk of nonmelanoma skin cancer and actinic keratosis. - Nonme... | Skin Cancer |
Who is at risk for Skin Cancer? ? | Skin color and being exposed to sunlight can increase the risk of nonmelanoma skin cancer and actinic keratosis. 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... | Skin Cancer |
How to diagnose Skin Cancer ? | Tests or procedures that examine the skin are used to detect (find) and diagnose nonmelanoma skin cancer and actinic keratosis. The following procedures may be used: - Skin exam: A doctor or nurse checks the skin for bumps or spots that look abnormal in color, size, shape, or texture. - Skin biopsy : All o... | Skin Cancer |
What is the outlook for Skin Cancer ? | Certain factors affect prognosis (chance of recovery) and treatment options. The prognosis (chance of recovery) depends mostly on the stage of the cancer and the type of treatment used to remove the cancer. Treatment options depend on the following: - The stage of the cancer (whether it has spread deeper into... | Skin Cancer |
What are the stages of Skin Cancer ? | Key Points
- After nonmelanoma skin cancer has been diagnosed, tests are done to find out if cancer cells have spread within the skin 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. -... | Skin Cancer |
What are the treatments for Skin Cancer ? | Key Points
- There are different types of treatment for patients with nonmelanoma skin cancer and actinic keratosis. - Six types of standard treatment are used: - Surgery - Radiation therapy - Chemotherapy - Photodynamic therapy - Biologic therapy - Targeted therap... | Skin Cancer |
what research (or clinical trials) is being done for Skin Cancer ? | New types of treatment are being tested in clinical trials.
Information about clinical trials is available from the NCI website.
Treatment for skin cancer may cause side effects.
For information about side effects caused by tr... | Skin Cancer |
What is (are) Endometrial Cancer ? | Key Points
- Endometrial cancer is a disease in which malignant (cancer) cells form in the tissues of the endometrium. - Obesity and having metabolic syndrome may increase the risk of endometrial cancer. - Taking tamoxifen for breast cancer or taking estrogen alone (without progesterone) can ... | Endometrial Cancer |
Who is at risk for Endometrial Cancer? ? | Obesity and having metabolic syndrome may increase the risk of endometrial cancer.
Anything that increases your risk of getting a disease is called a risk factor. Having a risk factor does not mean that you will get cancer; not having risk factors doesn't mean that you will not get cancer. Talk with... | Endometrial Cancer |
What are the symptoms of Endometrial Cancer ? | Signs and symptoms of endometrial cancer include unusual vaginal bleeding or pain in the pelvis. These and other signs and symptoms may be caused by endometrial cancer or by other conditions. Check with your doctor if you have any of the following: - Vaginal bleeding or discharge not related to menstruation (pe... | Endometrial Cancer |
How to diagnose Endometrial Cancer ? | Tests that examine the endometrium are used to detect (find) and diagnose endometrial cancer. Because endometrial cancer begins inside the uterus, it does not usually show up in the results of a Pap test. For this reason, a sample of endometrial tissue must be removed and checked under a microscope to look for cancer c... | Endometrial Cancer |
What is the outlook for Endometrial Cancer ? | Certain factors affect prognosis (chance of recovery) and treatment options.The prognosis (chance of recovery) and treatment options depend on the following: - The stage of the cancer (whether it is in the endometrium only, involves the uterus wall, or has spread to other places in the body). - How the canc... | Endometrial Cancer |
What are the stages of Endometrial Cancer ? | Key Points
- After endometrial cancer has been diagnosed, tests are done to find out if cancer cells have spread within the uterus or to other parts of the body. - There are three ways that cancer spreads in the body. - Cancer may spread from where it began to other parts of the body. - The... | Endometrial Cancer |
What are the treatments for Endometrial Cancer ? | Key Points
- There are different types of treatment for patients with endometrial cancer. - Five types of standard treatment are used: - Surgery - Radiation therapy - Chemotherapy - Hormone therapy - Targeted therapy - New types of treatment are being tested in cl... | Endometrial Cancer |
what research (or clinical trials) is being done for Endometrial Cancer ? | New types of treatment are being tested in clinical trials.
Information about clinical trials is available from the NCI website.
Patients may want to think about taking part in a clinical trial.
For some patients, taking part ... | Endometrial Cancer |
What is (are) Endometrial Cancer ? | Key Points
- Endometrial cancer is a disease in which malignant (cancer) cells form in the tissues of the endometrium. - In the United States, endometrial cancer is the most common invasive cancer of the female reproductive system. - Health history and certain medicines can affect the risk o... | Endometrial Cancer |
Who is at risk for Endometrial Cancer? ? | Health history and certain medicines can affect the risk of developing endometrial cancer. Anything that increases your chance of getting a disease is called a risk factor. Having a risk factor does not mean that you will get cancer; not having risk factors doesnt mean that you will not get cancer. People who think the... | Endometrial Cancer |
What is (are) Mycosis Fungoides and the Szary Syndrome ? | Key Points
- Mycosis fungoides and the Szary syndrome are diseases in which lymphocytes (a type of white blood cell) become malignant (cancerous) and affect the skin. - Mycosis fungoides and the Szary syndrome are types of cutaneous T-cell lymphoma. - A sign of mycosis fungoides is a red rash... | Mycosis Fungoides and the Szary Syndrome |
What are the symptoms of Mycosis Fungoides and the Szary Syndrome ? | A sign of mycosis fungoides is a red rash on the skin. Mycosis fungoides may go through the following phases: - Premycotic phase: A scaly, red rash in areas of the body that usually are not exposed to the sun. This rash does not cause symptoms and may last for months or years. It is hard to diagnose the rash a... | Mycosis Fungoides and the Szary Syndrome |
How to diagnose Mycosis Fungoides and the Szary Syndrome ? | Tests that examine the skin and blood are used to detect (find) and diagnose mycosis fungoides and the Szary syndrome. 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, the... | Mycosis Fungoides and the Szary Syndrome |
What is the outlook for Mycosis Fungoides and the Szary Syndrome ? | 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 lesion (patches, plaques, or tumors). Mycosis fungoides and the Szary syndrome are hard to cure. Trea... | Mycosis Fungoides and the Szary Syndrome |
what research (or clinical trials) is being done for Mycosis Fungoides and the Szary Syndrome ? | Patients may want to think about taking part in a clinical trial.
For some patients, taking part in a clinical trial may be the best treatment choice. Clinical trials are part of the cancer research process. Clinical trials are done to find out if new cancer treatments are safe and effective or bett... | Mycosis Fungoides and the Szary Syndrome |
What are the stages of Mycosis Fungoides and the Szary Syndrome ? | Key Points
- After mycosis fungoides and the Szary syndrome have been diagnosed, tests are done to find out if cancer cells have spread from the skin 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 t... | Mycosis Fungoides and the Szary Syndrome |
What are the treatments for Mycosis Fungoides and the Szary Syndrome ? | Key Points
- There are different types of treatment for patients with mycosis fungoides and the Szary syndrome cancer. - Six types of standard treatment are used: - Photodynamic therapy - Radiation therapy - Chemotherapy - Other drug therapy - Biologic therapy - Ta... | Mycosis Fungoides and the Szary Syndrome |
What is (are) Lung Cancer ? | Key Points
- Lung cancer is a disease in which malignant (cancer) cells form in the tissues of the lung. - Lung cancer is the leading cause of cancer death in both men and women.
Lung cancer is a disease in which malignant (cancer) cells form ... | Lung Cancer |
How to prevent Lung Cancer ? | Key Points
- Avoiding risk factors and increasing protective factors may help prevent lung cancer. - The following are risk factors for lung cancer: - Cigarette, cigar, and pipe smoking - Secondhand smoke - Family history - HIV infection - Environmental risk factors -... | Lung Cancer |
Who is at risk for Lung Cancer? ? | Key Points
- Avoiding risk factors and increasing protective factors may help prevent lung cancer. - The following are risk factors for lung cancer: - Cigarette, cigar, and pipe smoking - Secondhand smoke - Family history - HIV infection - Environmental risk factors -... | Lung Cancer |
What is (are) Ewing Sarcoma ? | Key Points
- Ewing sarcoma is a type of tumor that forms in bone or soft tissue. - Signs and symptoms of Ewing sarcoma include swelling and pain near the tumor. - Tests that examine the bone and soft tissue are used to diagnose and stage Ewing sarcoma. - A biopsy is done to diagnose Ewing ... | Ewing Sarcoma |
How to diagnose Ewing Sarcoma ? | Tests that examine the bone and soft tissue are used to diagnose and stage Ewing sarcoma.
Procedures that make pictures of the bones and soft tissues and nearby areas help diagnose Ewing sarcoma and show how far the cancer has spread. The process used to find out if cancer cells have spread within a... | Ewing Sarcoma |
What are the symptoms of Ewing Sarcoma ? | Signs and symptoms of Ewing sarcoma include swelling and pain near the tumor. These and other signs and symptoms may be caused by Ewing sarcoma or by other conditions. Check with your childs doctor if your child has any of the following: - Pain and/or swelling, usually in the arms, legs, chest, back, or pelvis... | Ewing Sarcoma |
What is the outlook for Ewing Sarcoma ? | Certain factors affect prognosis (chance of recovery). The factors that affect prognosis (chance of recovery) are different before and after treatment. Before treatment, prognosis depends on: - Whether the tumor has spread to lymph nodes or distant parts of the body. - Where in the body the tumor started... | Ewing Sarcoma |
What are the stages of Ewing Sarcoma ? | Key Points
- The results of diagnostic and staging tests are used to find out if cancer cells have spread. - Ewing sarcoma is described based on whether the cancer has spread from the bone or soft tissue in which the cancer began. - Localized Ewing sarcoma - Metastatic Ewing sarcoma ... | Ewing Sarcoma |
What are the treatments for Ewing Sarcoma ? | Key Points
- There are different types of treatment for children with Ewing sarcoma. - Children with Ewing sarcoma should have their treatment planned by a team of health care providers who are experts in treating cancer in children. - Treatment for Ewing sarcoma may cause side effects. - F... | Ewing Sarcoma |
what research (or clinical trials) is being done for Ewing Sarcoma ? | New types of treatment are being tested in clinical trials.
This summary section describes treatments that are being studied in clinical trials. It may not mention every new treatment being studied. Information about clinical trials is available from the NCI website. Chimeric antigen receptor (C... | Ewing Sarcoma |
What is (are) Childhood Brain and Spinal Cord Tumors ? | Key Points
- A childhood brain or spinal cord tumor is a disease in which abnormal cells form in the tissues of the brain or spinal cord. - The brain controls many important body functions. - The spinal cord connects the brain with nerves in most parts of the body. - Brain and spinal cord ... | Childhood Brain and Spinal Cord Tumors |
What causes Childhood Brain and Spinal Cord Tumors ? | The cause of most childhood brain and spinal cord tumors is unknown. | Childhood Brain and Spinal Cord Tumors |
What are the symptoms of Childhood Brain and Spinal Cord Tumors ? | The signs and symptoms of childhood brain and spinal cord tumors 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. Signs and sym... | Childhood Brain and Spinal Cord Tumors |
How to diagnose Childhood Brain and Spinal Cord Tumors ? | Tests that examine the brain and spinal cord are used to detect (find) childhood 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 ... | Childhood Brain and Spinal Cord Tumors |
What is the outlook for Childhood Brain and Spinal Cord Tumors ? | Certain factors affect prognosis (chance of recovery). The prognosis (chance of recovery) depends on the following: - Whether there are any cancer cells left after surgery. - The type of tumor. - Where the tumor is in the body. - The child's age. - Whether the tumor has just been diagnosed or has re... | Childhood Brain and Spinal Cord Tumors |
what research (or clinical trials) is being done for Childhood Brain and Spinal Cord 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 ... | Childhood Brain and Spinal Cord Tumors |
What are the treatments for Childhood Brain and Spinal Cord Tumors ? | Key Points
- There are different types of treatment for children with brain and spinal cord tumors. - Children with brain or spinal cord tumors should have their treatment planned by a team of health care providers who are experts in treating childhood brain and spinal cord tumors. - Childhoo... | Childhood Brain and Spinal Cord Tumors |
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... | Testicular Cancer |
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. - ... | Testicular Cancer |
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... | Testicular Cancer |
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 ... | Testicular Cancer |
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 ... | Anal Cancer |
What is (are) Langerhans Cell Histiocytosis ? | Key Points
- Langerhans cell histiocytosis is a type of cancer that can damage tissue or cause lesions to form in one or more places in the body. - Family history or having a parent who was exposed to certain chemicals may increase the risk of LCH. - The signs and symptoms of LCH depend on whe... | Langerhans Cell Histiocytosis |
Who is at risk for Langerhans Cell Histiocytosis? ? | 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. Risk factors for LCH include the following: - Hav... | Langerhans Cell Histiocytosis |
What are the symptoms of Langerhans Cell Histiocytosis ? | These and other signs and symptoms may be caused by LCH or by other conditions. Check with your doctor if you or your child have any of the following: Skin and nails LCH in infants may affect the skin only. In some cases, skin-only LCH may get worse over weeks or months and become a form called high-risk multisy... | Langerhans Cell Histiocytosis |
How to diagnose Langerhans Cell Histiocytosis ? | The following tests and procedures may be used to detect (find) and diagnose LCH or conditions caused by LCH: - Physical exam and history : An exam of the body to check general signs of health, including checking for signs of disease, such as lumps or anything else that seems unusual. A history of the patient... | Langerhans Cell Histiocytosis |
What is the outlook for Langerhans Cell Histiocytosis ? | LCH in organs such as the skin, bones, lymph nodes, or pituitary gland usually gets better with treatment and is called "low- risk". LCH in the spleen, liver, or bone marrow is harder to treat and is called "high-risk". The prognosis (chance of recovery) and treatment options depend on the following: - Whet... | Langerhans Cell Histiocytosis |
What are the stages of Langerhans Cell Histiocytosis ? | Key Points
- There is no staging system for Langerhans cell histiocytosis (LCH). - Treatment of LCH is based on where LCH cells are found in the body and how many body systems are affected.
There is no staging system for Langerhans cell histio... | Langerhans Cell Histiocytosis |
What are the treatments for Langerhans Cell Histiocytosis ? | Key Points
- There are different types of treatment for patients with Langerhans cell histiocytosis (LCH). - Children with LCH should have their treatment planned by a team of health care providers who are experts in treating childhood cancer. - Some cancer treatments cause side effects month... | Langerhans Cell Histiocytosis |
what research (or clinical trials) is being done for Langerhans Cell Histiocytosis ? | 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 ... | Langerhans Cell Histiocytosis |
What is (are) Paranasal Sinus and Nasal Cavity Cancer ? | Key Points
- Paranasal sinus and nasal cavity cancer is a disease in which malignant (cancer) cells form in the tissues of the paranasal sinuses and nasal cavity. - Different types of cells in the paranasal sinus and nasal cavity may become malignant. - Being exposed to certain chemicals or du... | Paranasal Sinus and Nasal Cavity Cancer |
Who is at risk for Paranasal Sinus and Nasal Cavity Cancer? ? | Being exposed to certain chemicals or dust in the workplace can increase the risk of paranasal sinus and nasal cavity 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 n... | Paranasal Sinus and Nasal Cavity Cancer |
What are the symptoms of Paranasal Sinus and Nasal Cavity Cancer ? | Signs of paranasal sinus and nasal cavity cancer include sinus problems and nosebleeds. These and other signs and symptoms may be caused by paranasal sinus and nasal cavity cancer or by other conditions. There may be no signs or symptoms in the early stages. Signs and symptoms may appear as the tumor grows. Check with ... | Paranasal Sinus and Nasal Cavity Cancer |
How to diagnose Paranasal Sinus and Nasal Cavity Cancer ? | Tests that examine the sinuses and nasal cavity are used to detect (find) and diagnose paranasal sinus and nasal cavity 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 l... | Paranasal Sinus and Nasal Cavity Cancer |
What is the outlook for Paranasal Sinus and Nasal Cavity Cancer ? | Certain factors affect prognosis (chance of recovery) and treatment options. The prognosis (chance of recovery) and treatment options depend on the following: - Where the tumor is in the paranasal sinus or nasal cavity and whether it has spread. - The size of the tumor. - The type of cancer. - The pati... | Paranasal Sinus and Nasal Cavity Cancer |
What are the stages of Paranasal Sinus and Nasal Cavity Cancer ? | Key Points
- After paranasal sinus and nasal cavity cancer has been diagnosed, tests are done to find out if cancer cells have spread within the paranasal sinuses and nasal cavity or to other parts of the body. - There are three ways that cancer spreads in the body. - Cancer may spread from w... | Paranasal Sinus and Nasal Cavity Cancer |
What are the treatments for Paranasal Sinus and Nasal Cavity Cancer ? | Key Points
- There are different types of treatment for patients with paranasal sinus and nasal cavity cancer. - Patients with paranasal sinus and nasal cavity cancer should have their treatment planned by a team of doctors with expertise in treating head and neck cancer. - Three types of sta... | Paranasal Sinus and Nasal Cavity Cancer |
what research (or clinical trials) is being done for Paranasal Sinus and Nasal Cavity 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 ... | Paranasal Sinus and Nasal Cavity Cancer |
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