All Entries in the "Other Cancers" Category
Lymphedema – Post Chemo Consequence
Lymphedema (the other name is lymphatic obstruction) is a condition of localized fluid retention and tissue swelling caused by a compromised lymphatic system. The lymphatic system turns the interstitial fluid back to the thoracic duct, that goes to the bloodstream where it is re-circulated back with risk of infection. The symptoms of the disease include [...]
Acinic Cell Carcinoma: A Rare Cancer That Makes A Rare Appearance
Acinic cell carcinoma is a rare type of cancer that affects the salivary glands, occurring mainly in the parotid gland, which is the largest salivary gland, located near the jawbone just in front of the ear. It is a slow-growing cancer that can develop in people of all ages, although most symptoms appear in middle [...]
What Happens After The Removal Of A Lung Tumor?
Every patient wants to know if the entire tumor was removed successfully. Although the surgeon will be able to tell you directly how well the operation went, results of samples taken near the lymph nodes will be received after seven to ten days. When the results are available, your doctor will meet to discuss whether [...]
HIV Patients More At Risk For 7 Types Of Cancer
A new study says, weakened immune systems of HIV patients puts them at increased risk for at least 7 kinds of cancer. But, some of the cancers can be delayed by early diagnosis and treatment of HIV infection. French researchers examined the incidence of three AIDS-defining cancers (Kaposi’s sarcoma, non-Hodgkin’s lymphoma and cervical cancer) and [...]
Risk Factors For Developing Childhood Cancer
While most of us know that lifestyle is a contributing factor to adults developing cancer, the same is not true for children to that extent. While a sedentary lifestyle and poor dietary habits can contribute to cancer, as can smoking and substance abuse, the same can hardly be said for children developing cancer. However causative [...]
Farrah Fawcett’s Case Puts Spotlight On Anal Cancer
Anal cancer is rare but has been in the spotlight recently because of the former Charlie’s Angel actress Farrah Fawcett’s ongoing battle with the disease. Notably a television show aired in America following the last number of years of her life. Most cases are believed to be caused by the human papilloma virus or HPV [...]
When Cancer Strikes A Young Child
“Your child has cancer” is not something that any parent wants to hear. Childhood cancer is not a subject that most parents would like to discuss or consider. Cancer is the second cause of death among young children, but the odds are that your child will never get this awful disease. Although the chances are [...]
One Drop Of Blood Cancer Test May Be Possible
Treatment for cancer involves long periods of waiting to see if a tumour shrinks, indicating that cancer radiation therapy or other therapy is actually working. If a system could be found where a patient’s blood could be tested and compared instead this would be a major break through. This technique is being developed by a [...]
