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The US Preventive Services Task Force (USPSTF) recommends that high-risk individuals go for annual low dose chest CT (LDCT) screening based on results from the National Lung Screening Trial (NLST).

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In the United States, lung cancer screening is currently offered during routine clinical care. The US Preventive Services Task Force (USPSTF) recommends that high-risk individuals go for annual low dose chest CT (LDCT) screening based on results from the National Lung Screening Trial (NLST). High-risk individuals include those between the ages of 55 and 80, have a history of smoking at least 30 packs a year and currently smoke or stopped within the past 15 years.

The NLST showed a 20 percent reduction in lung cancer mortality in the intervention group as compared to the control group. The control group received three annual chest radiographs while the intervention group received three annual LDCTs. This is what prompted the USPSTF recommendation. It, however, raises some issues including:

The decision was not based on biological reasons and it raises concerns as to whether annual screening is necessary or appropriate for those that already qualify for lung cancer screening.

Based on lung cancer screening studies, a longer time between screening intervals may lead to late detection of cancerous tumors for high-risk patients. On the other hand, doing fewer LDCTs on patients whose disease is benign may have minimal damage as compared to over-diagnosis and unnecessary interventions.

Selecting patients using a risk-prediction tool that includes other risk factors such as a family history of lung cancer or being diagnosed with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) will improve selection of those at the highest risk of lung cancer.

Based on a later analysis of NLST, patients that show a low probability of developing lung cancer within two years on their initial baseline screening may benefit from follow-up. This should be after a prolonged screening interval of between one and two years.

If their risk profile changes based on the appearance of a new pulmonary nodule or whichever other relevant factor, it then becomes appropriate to change to annual LDCT screening.

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Suitable Screening Intervals for Low-Dose CT Lung Cancer

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In the United States, lung cancer screening is currently offered during routine clinical care. The US Preventive Services Task Force (USPSTF) recommends that high-risk individuals go for annual low dose chest CT (LDCT) screening based on results from the National Lung Screening Trial (NLST).

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Colon cancer is the third most prevalent type of cancer. It is a type of cancer that attacks the large intestines. The large intestines are the final part of the digestive system. Several risk factors can cause colon cancer.

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Colon cancer is the third most prevalent type of cancer. It is a type of cancer that attacks the large intestines. The large intestines are the final part of the digestive system. Several risk factors can cause colon cancer. These factors can be modifiable and non-modifiable. Here are three risk factors for colon cancer:

Family history - This is a risk factor that cannot be changed. If there is someone in your lineage with colorectal cancer, then there are chances that you might be diagnosed with the disease. When you go to the hospital with a colon related problem, your physician is likely to consider your colon cancer family history when making a diagnosis.

Age and gender - These are non-modifiable risk factors. People of age above 45 or 50 years are at a higher risk of a diagnosis of colon cancer. Men within that age bracket are at a higher risk than women. People that have ulcerative colitis or Crohn's disease are more likely to be diagnosed with colon cancer. These risk factors are hard to change, but it is essential that you know about them and focuses more on reducing the risks.

Other modifiable risk factors - Risk factors such as obesity, physical exercise, diet, alcohol use, tobacco use, and diabetes can lead to colorectal cancer. These are the primary risk factors that you can easily avoid. Maintaining a diet rich in fiber and reducing processed meat and animal fat will help with your risk of being diagnosed with colorectal cancer. Avoid tobacco and alcohol altogether. Observe your weight and exercise regularly to ensure your body is fit.

It is necessary to identify necessary lifestyle changes that can work for you so that you can reduce the risk of diagnosis of cancer. Cancer can be a killer disease, and it is expensive to treat. Note that prevention is better than the cure.

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What are the Main Risk Factors for Colon Cancer?

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Colon cancer is the third most prevalent type of cancer. It is a type of cancer that attacks the large intestines. The large intestines are the final part of the digestive system. Several risk factors can cause colon cancer. These factors can be modifiable and non-modifiable.

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How Can the Long-term Use of Acid Reflux Drugs Cause Cancer?

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How Can the Long-term Use of Acid Reflux Drugs Cause Cancer?

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Some researchers and physicians are asking whether the use of PPIs have long term effects such as causing cancer.

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Reflux drugs are also known as proton pump inhibitors (PPIs). They are used to heal heartburn and acid reflux; an example of such medicines are Pantoprazole, Lansoprazole, Rabeprazole, Dexlansoprazole, Omeprazole and Esomeprazole. PPIs are the most prescribed drugs in the United States.

The drugs have been on sale for over 25 years. In recent years, the drugs have been in the market without prescription. Some researchers and physicians are asking whether the use of PPIs have long term effects such as causing cancer. The use of acid reflux drugs:

How proton pump inhibitors work - When the stomach digests food, it produces gastric acids which aid in digestion. PPIs are used to shut down Proton pumps, thus cutting down the production of gastric acid. The body reacts by producing more gastric acid. Too much gastric acid can lead to the growth of gastrointestinal tumors, which increase the risk of stomach and colorectal cancer. Research conducted in 2017 and 2018 by the University of Hong Kong and Swedish nationals indicated that the long-term use of PPIs might increase the risk of stomach cancer. Bacteria that live in the intestines can cause ulcers, which increase the risk of colorectal cancer.

What PPIs patients should do - Patients have rebound symptoms after cutting PPIs abruptly. Doctors advise that patients should seek professional advice about their prescriptions. If you modify your diet and change your lifestyle, then you could possibly get off PPIs. Examples of lifestyle changes include reducing alcohol intake, avoid smoking, and spicy foods, reducing caffeine and not eating late at night. Lifestyle and diet should be your base of treatment. If it does not work, you may need to be on PPIs therapy for a longer period.

You should consult your physician about the long-term usage of acid reflux drugs and follow their recommended treatment options.

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How Can the Long-term Use of Acid Reflux Drugs Cause Cancer?

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Reflux drugs are also known as proton pump inhibitors (PPIs). They are used to heal heartburn and acid reflux; an example of such medicines are Pantoprazole, Lansoprazole, Rabeprazole, Dexlansoprazole, Omeprazole and Esomeprazole. PPIs are the most prescribed drugs in the United States. The drugs have been on sale for over 25 years.

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Although rare, melanoma is a type of skin cancer that develops from melanocytes, the cells that produce melanin.

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Although rare, melanoma is a type of skin cancer that develops from melanocytes, the cells that produce melanin.

Melanoma has three main subtypes based on the location:

Cutaneous melanoma: It occurs on the skin of areas such as the neck, arms, face, and hands. All these parts are usually exposed to sunlight.

Uveal or ocular melanoma - A rare sickness that emanates from the uvea, the eye's pigmented layer.

Mucosal melanoma - It develops in the mucous membrane, such as the nasal package, mouth, and throat

What's the Cause of Melanoma?
Melanoma's major risk factor is exposure to UV rays. The sunlight contains UV rays, but artificial sources like tanning beds have UV rays too.

UV rays may damage skin cells' DNA, and when the damage affects the genes controlling cell growth, cancer may develop.
Treating Melanoma
The treatment option for melanoma is dependent on the stage of this disease.

Surgery: Most oncologists use surgical remove for melanoma that is between stage 0 and 2. The surgery involves the removal of tumor along with the nearby normal tissue. This action helps to reduce the likelihood of local recurrence

Adjuvant therapy: This refers to treatments that help reduce the risk of cancer recurrence. For melanoma cases, adjuvant therapy may include targeted therapy, chemotherapy and immunotherapy.

Systemic therapy: If the cancer has metastasized, the doctor may administer systemic therapy after surgery. This treatment involves spreading drugs throughout various parts of the body to treat cancer cells.

Two Common Modern Treatment Options
Today, melanoma patients can opt for targeted therapy and immunotherapy.

Immunotherapy: Immunotherapy drugs prevent the activation of PD-1 or CTLA-4, and this boosts the immune system so it can easily identify and target cancer cells. Immunotherapy is typically the first treatment option for patients with metastatic melanoma, but depending on specific circumstances, a doctor may start with target therapy.

Targeted Therapy: The treatment option aims at shutting down cells that trigger cancer growth without hurting the nearby healthy tissues. Targeted therapy currently applies to patients with BRAF mutation - a mutation common in 50 percent of melanoma tumors.

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Treatment Options for Melanoma | Lewisville Flower Mound Oncology

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Although rare, melanoma is a type of skin cancer that develops from melanocytes, the cells that produce melanin. Melanoma has three main subtypes based on the location: Cutaneous melanoma: It occurs on the skin of areas such as the neck, arms, face, and hands. All these parts are usually exposed to sunlight.

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A report from World Health Organization (WHO) shows that lung cancer caused the largest number of cancer related deaths in 2018. That is, lung cancer was responsible for 18.4 percent (1.8 million) of the total deaths.

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A report from World Health Organization (WHO) shows that lung cancer caused the largest number of cancer related deaths in 2018. That is, lung cancer was responsible for 18.4 percent (1.8 million) of the total deaths.

But people have delayed going for diagnosis and treatment because of the stigma associated with this cancer type.

In a bid to overcome the stigma, it's first, important to address the common myths about lung cancer.
Myth #1: Lung Cancer Can Only Affect Smokers
While a higher percentage of lung cancer patients are or were once smokers, as high as 20 percent of people who died because of lung cancer didn't smoke or use any tobacco products before.

But it's worth noting that smokers are up to thirty times more likely to develop lung cancer than non-smokers.

People who quit smoking have a reduced risk of getting lung cancer than if they keep on smoking. However, their risk is higher than for those who haven't smoked before.
Myth #2: Non-Smokers Can't Develop Lung cancer
Studies have revealed that secondhand smoke can cause lung cancer. Tobacco is the main risk factor for the cancer, but there are other risk factors as well.

For example, exposure to radiation, radon, and other industrial chemicals for long, can increase your risk of getting lung cancer.
Myth #3: Those without Symptoms Shouldn't Worry about Lung Cancer
The symptoms of lung cancer vary from one individual to the other.

The symptoms may take years to form, and won't manifest until the cancer is at a much developed stages, which makes it hard to treat effectively.

At times, the symptoms may resemble those of other illnesses such as cold, pneumonia, or allergies. This may lead to a misdiagnosis or a delayed diagnosis.

So, if you experience some of the following common lung cancer symptoms, talk to the doctor right away:

Chest pain

Wheezing

Shortness of breath

Fatigue that won't go away

Unexplained weight loss

Coughing that won't just end

Coughing up blood

Myth #4: There's No Hope for Those with Lung Cancer
While doctors discover most cases of lung cancer in their advanced stages, there are treatment options to help manage the symptoms.

Other than chemotherapy, modern treatment options like immunotherapy and targeted therapy have been used to improve survival benefits.

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A report from World Health Organization (WHO) shows that lung cancer caused the largest number of cancer related deaths in 2018. That is, lung cancer was responsible for 18.4 percent (1.8 million) of the total deaths. But people have delayed going for diagnosis and treatment because of the stigma associated with this cancer type.

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Finding a lump in the breast can leave you utterly scared and thinking of breast cancer. Some go a step further and imagine what they would like if they had to lose a breast and whether they would be comfortable getting implants.

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Finding a lump in the breast can leave you utterly scared and thinking of breast cancer. Some go a step further and imagine what they would like if they had to lose a breast and whether they would be comfortable getting implants. It can be a scary downward spiral.

Breast lumps are quite normal and common especially in women who have not yet hit menopause. Many of them are not cancerous but seeing a specialist about them is always advisable. This is especially true for a lump that was not there previously or a lump that does not disappear after your period.

It is important to have the right information regarding breast health. This includes:

Breast lumps are mostly not cancerous and can be as a result of various things. It could have been caused by an injury or from breastfeeding when sacs in the breast fill with milk and form cysts. They could be soft and filled with fluid and are tender or rubbery and painless. The breasts can sometimes experience fibrocystic changes where they feel lumpy and painful especially just before your period.

Find out what is normal - Every breast has its own size, shape, and texture. The same applies to breast lumps. This is why you should regularly check your breasts so you know what feels normal. It should be easy to spot any abnormalities like a change in the texture of a cyst. Also look out for other symptoms of breast cancer including itching, swelling, nipple discharge, redness, or pain centered around a particular area.

In the event that there is an abnormal lump or one that was previously not there, it is important to see a doctor. Having it checked out will give the diagnosis on whether it is cancerous or benign. This may involve a physical examination followed by tests such as a mammogram and an ultrasound.

Where a diagnostic test does not give conclusive information, the doctor may recommend doing a biopsy where cell samples from the lump are extracted for further investigation. Whether cancerous or not, the doctor will guide appropriately once the results are out.

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There is a Lump in Your Breast: What Next?

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Finding a lump in the breast can leave you utterly scared and thinking of breast cancer. Some go a step further and imagine what they would like if they had to lose a breast and whether they would be comfortable getting implants. It can be a scary downward spiral.

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Colon Cancer Detection Goes a Step Further

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Colon Cancer Detection Goes a Step Further

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Colorectal cancer is one of the most common yet preventable forms of cancer. It affects both men and women. Like every condition, prevention is always best and new moves are happening in that direction.

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Colorectal cancer is one of the most common yet preventable forms of cancer. It affects both men and women. Like every condition, prevention is always best and new moves are happening in that direction. If you knew what other cancers you are likely to get before you do and who else in your family is likely to get cancer, wouldn't that be something useful towards prevention? This is what new research is trying to establish. The new intervention applies a genomic lens to cancers to identify which other types of cancer run in families.

With that information doctors can identify other family members that are at a high risk of developing cancer. Here are the important points to note:

Statistics show that one in five cases of cancer and one in 15 cases of colon cancer are associated with hereditary genetic mutations. Hereditary cancer often requires a personalized approach based on the patient's genetic makeup. The researchers are working toward testing of, not just those with a family history of cancer, but all cancer patients for inherited mutations.

With this approach, doctors can use drugs targeting the genetic mutations causing the cancer instead of a particular tumor. This approach would minimize side effects while effectively treating the cancers.

If the test finds a patient with an inherited cancer, researchers say there is a 50 percent chance that immediate family members may have the same genetic variation. This means there is a high likelihood they will develop the same cancer. About half of such inherited cancers remain undetected using current testing methods.

Genetic testing can detect the underlying cause of hereditary cancer. Where there is a risk of developing other types of cancer, doctors can suggest prevention measures such as a hysterectomy for preventing uterine cancer. Preventing a second and even first cancer in family members is a huge milestone in cancer diagnosis and treatment.

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Colon Cancer Detection Goes a Step Further

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Colorectal cancer is one of the most common yet preventable forms of cancer. It affects both men and women. Like every condition, prevention is always best and new moves are happening in that direction. If you knew what other cancers you are likely to get before you do and who else in your family is likely to get cancer, wouldn't that be something useful towards prevention?

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Personalized Breast Cancer Treatment Taking Shape

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Personalized Breast Cancer Treatment Taking Shape

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Breast cancer affects a large number of women and as research continues, the prognosis looks better. For those with triple-negative breast cancer (TNBC), treatment is now a personalized affair, customized according to cancer subtype.

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Breast cancer affects a large number of women and as research continues, the prognosis looks better. For those with triple-negative breast cancer (TNBC), treatment is now a personalized affair, customized according to cancer subtype. The Food and Drug Administration recently approved the first immune checkpoint inhibitor for breast cancer known as atezolizumab (Tecentriq). It is to be used for unresectable locally advanced or metastatic PD-L1-positive TNBC.

Advancements have enabled doctors to effectively treat TNBC, with three treatments now available within the past year or so. Doctors are continuing with research because they have found interesting facts about TNBC. These include:

TNBC is not a single disease. Its biggest identifier is that the progesterone receptor is negative, the estrogen receptor is negative and HER2 is negative. Research discovered that genetically, TNBC divides further into about six categories.

This further classification is working to the patient's advantage because it can be targeted for a more specific and effective cure. An example is using PARP inhibitors for patients with TNBC and have a BRCA1 or BRCA2 mutation. DNA damage occurs caused by food, environmental carcinogens, etc. and this leads to single-strand DNA breaks. The PARP enzyme responds by fixing these bonds. PARP inhibitors stop this process causing double-strand DNA breaks and the death of cancer cells.

This targeted therapy is known as synthetic lethality. The proteins in the mutation attempt to repair double-stranded DNA breaks. Inhibiting that action causes the DNA to scramble and the cells die as a result.

The idea that you have a genetic mutation may be worrisome because it increases the likelihood of developing breast cancer. Patients need not panic because these medical advancements and approvals are now providing useful therapies for the treatment of metastatic disease. Mutations offer more promising treatment avenues and treatment will be personalized to a tee to ensure it is effective.

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Personalized Breast Cancer Treatment Taking Shape

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Breast cancer affects a large number of women and as research continues, the prognosis looks better. For those with triple-negative breast cancer (TNBC), treatment is now a personalized affair, customized according to cancer subtype. The Food and Drug Administration recently approved the first immune checkpoint inhibitor for breast cancer known as atezolizumab (Tecentriq).

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Texas takes the medal for the friendliest state and this is clearly seen in its cancer centers. The staff are courteous and friendly and treat the patients with the dignity they deserve at all times, ensuring they are well taken care of.

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Cancer continues to ravage the population, with numbers seemingly increasing by the day. Figures from the American Cancer Society show an estimated 18,750 new cases of female breast cancer, 10,950 new colorectal cancer cases, 6,280 new cases of kidney and renal pelvis cancer, 14,750 new cases of cancers of the lung and bronchus, 10,660 new cases of prostate cancer and 5,430 new cases with non-Hodgkin lymphoma in Texas.

There is a definite need for cancer treatment. More and more people are getting treatment but a large number still remain in the wings for one reason or another. Choosing cancer treatment in Texas has its advantages including:

Cancer diagnosis and treatment is largely dependent on diagnostics and treatment equipment. A good cancer facility will have the best equipment for tests and monitoring of the disease to ensure proper decision making. A state-of the-art facility is a step in the right direction for cancer treatment.

The doctors and staff are highly qualified and are good at what they do. Patients receive professional opinions as well as personalized service to ensure they receive treatment that is relevant to their condition. The facility has experts equipped to treat breast cancer, colon cancer, and prostate cancer among others. The team continues to base their treatment on scientific research and discoveries, ensuring it is grounded on the right principles.

Cancer treatment also involves a comfortable environment and setup. Choice Cancer Care provides patients with cozy seats and blankets for its patients in the infusion room so they can be a little more comfortable during treatment.

Texas takes the medal for the friendliest state and this is clearly seen in its cancer centers. The staff are courteous and friendly and treat the patients with the dignity they deserve at all times, ensuring they are well taken care of.

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Cancer continues to ravage the population, with numbers seemingly increasing by the day. Figures from the American Cancer Society show an estimated 18,750 new cases of female breast cancer, 10,950 new colorectal cancer cases, 6,280 new cases of kidney and renal pelvis cancer, 14,750 new cases of cancers of the lung and bronchus, 10,660 new cases of prostate cancer and 5,430 new cases with non-Hodgkin lymphoma in Texas.

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This is How a Colonoscopy Can Prevent Colon Cancer

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This is How a Colonoscopy Can Prevent Colon Cancer

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The best way to find out about colon cancer is a colonoscopy, which is a physical exam used to check for any abnormalities or changes in the colon and rectum.

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Colon or colorectal cancer is a common cancer affecting both men and women. Estimates show about 101,420 new colon cancer cases and 44,180 new cases of rectal cancer for 2019 in the United States. 2018 saw about 1.8 million new cases globally, with more of them occurring in more developed countries. It continues to affect more people but prevention is always best.

The best way to find out about colon cancer is a colonoscopy, which is a physical exam used to check for any abnormalities or changes in the colon and rectum. Doctors recommend getting a colonoscopy from between 45 and 50 years and here is how and why:

A colonoscopy involves inserting a long flexible tube that has a tiny video camera attached to the end of the tube into the rectum. The tube, known as a colonoscope, allows the doctor a good view of the inside of the colon. It enables the doctor to pick up anything that looks unusual.

Colon cancer begins with the formation of growths, known as polyps, in the colon. These growths do not always become cancerous but in the event that they do, they can cause the cancer to spread to other parts of the body. A colonoscopy involves the removal of any polyps. The doctor will also take samples collected for biopsy to determine whether they are cancerous or not.

If an individual goes for a colonoscopy in the recommended time frame and schedules follow-ups as instructed by the doctor, it becomes easier to catch any cancer before it spreads. Discovering cancer in its early stages offers patients a better chance for effective treatment and cure. Where there are benign polyps, the doctors will remove them to prevent them from growing further and turning cancerous.

Colonoscopy is a very effective form of colon cancer prevention since it gives tangible information about what is going on in the colon. The procedure is relatively painless and takes about 30 minutes at most, making it worth looking into.

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This is How a Colonoscopy Can Prevent Colon Cancer

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Colon or colorectal cancer is a common cancer affecting both men and women. Estimates show about 101,420 new colon cancer cases and 44,180 new cases of rectal cancer for 2019 in the United States. 2018 saw about 1.8 million new cases globally, with more of them occurring in more developed countries.

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Breast Cancer Awareness Helps Improve Breast Health

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Breast Cancer Awareness Helps Improve Breast Health

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October was National Breast Cancer Awareness month, reminding us to get mammograms and yearly screenings for breast cancer. Breast cancer is most prevalent in women, although men can get it too.

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October was National Breast Cancer Awareness month, reminding us to get mammograms and yearly screenings for breast cancer. Breast cancer is most prevalent in women, although men can get it too. DNA mutations cause normal breast cells to form cancer. Certain DNA mutations are hereditary and can increase your breast cancer risk.

Detecting breast cancer early offers a better chance of successful treatment, and it's important to know how your breast looks and feels under normal circumstances so that can feel any abnormality when it presents.

Here are the reasons why breast cancer awareness is essential:

Screening tests are the best way to find breast cancer early before any symptoms show. It is recommended to begin yearly mammograms at 40 years or earlier if you have a family history of breast cancer. The common symptom of breast cancer is a new lump or mass that is hard and painless, with irregular edges. At times breast lumps can be soft, tender or rounded and can even be painful. It's important to get checked once you notice any new breast lump.

At present, there is insufficient knowledge about the causes of breast cancer. Therefore, detecting breast cancer early remains the vital element of breast cancer control. When breast cancer is detected early, and there's adequate diagnosis and treatment tools and methods, there is a good chance of treating the disease successfully. When breast cancer is found at a later stage, curative treatment is no longer preferable, and the patient is instead offered palliative care to relieve the suffering of the patient.

The majority of deaths due to breast cancer occur in the low and middle-income countries where people with breast cancer are diagnosed in late stages when the disease has spread, mainly due to lack of awareness and barriers to health services.

Women need to know that the disease is treatable if detected early. They also need to understand their risks and seek guidance about an appropriate screening protocol and also embrace a healthy lifestyle.

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Creating Awareness for Breast Cancer Helps to Improve Breast Health

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October was National Breast Cancer Awareness month, reminding us to get mammograms and yearly screenings for breast cancer. Breast cancer is most prevalent in women, although men can get it too. DNA mutations cause normal breast cells to form cancer. Certain DNA mutations are hereditary and can increase your breast cancer risk.

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Fatigue is among the most typical side effects of cancer and its treatment. The patient can go through physical, emotional and cognitive changes during treatment.

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Fatigue is among the most typical side effects of cancer and its treatment. The patient can go through physical, emotional and cognitive changes during treatment. These changes contribute to the sense of exhaustion, lethargy, weakness, insomnia and other body weaknesses.

Factors such as current medication, emotional distress, pain and more will determine how a patient will approach fatigue management. Supportive care services can help to alleviate fatigue by addressing the underlying causes. Such services include:

Nutrition therapy - Nutritional deficiencies in cancer patients can cause fatigue. But they can be evaluated and managed by trained dieticians who will educate and recommend the appropriate diet to correct the deficits. Some of the diets include maintaining adequate hydration, protein and calorie intake which comprises of nutrient-dense foods and liquids, easy meals and snack ideas as well as food or supplements full of vitamins and minerals.

Chiropractic care - The pain cancer patients go through can cause sleeping disorders that compound fatigue. Chiropractic care providers can offer professional neuromuscular treatment to help patients with musculoskeletal stress. This will alleviate the pain and improve their quality of sleep.

Naturopathic medicine - It is an integrative care service that combines therapies that help treat the whole person and encourage a self-healing process. A naturopathic oncology provider works with the patient's oncologist during the cancer treatment process to help in managing fatigue and other side effects. The therapy options they offer include dietary supplements, golden root, essential oils and other medicine that will help the patient.

Oncology rehabilitation - This includes a range of therapies that help patients to build endurance and strength while maintaining the energy required to perform day-to-day roles, tasks, and responsibilities. They include physical therapy and occupational therapy, auriculotherapy, and manual therapy. Occupational and physical therapists will evaluate the patient and recommend appropriate activities that will help in their rehabilitation.

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Fatigue is among the most typical side effects of cancer and its treatment. The patient can go through physical, emotional and cognitive changes during treatment. These changes contribute to the sense of exhaustion, lethargy, weakness, insomnia and other body weaknesses. Factors such as current medication, emotional distress, pain and more will determine how a patient will approach fatigue management.

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Understanding the Various Oncology Specialties

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Understanding the Various Oncology Specialties

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When diagnosed with cancer, most patients want to get a deeper understanding of their condition. They want to know what the treatment entails and the various specialists who will be handling their case.

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When diagnosed with cancer, most patients want to get a deeper understanding of their condition. They want to know what the treatment entails and the various specialists who will be handling their case. Much progress has been made in the field of oncology, with innovative therapies evolving along with different specialties. Oncology as a branch of medicine involves research, diagnosis, and treatment of cancer.

Oncologists are physicians who work in the oncology field. Different oncologists focus on particular types of cancers or their treatments. Some of them work together in a multidisciplinary system to provide comprehensive care to a patient. The three main specialties in the field of oncology are surgical, medical and radiation including other sub-specialties.

Medical oncologists - They are physicians who are licensed in internal medicine. They are highly trained to diagnose, stage and treat cancer. The specialists can also lead in the development of a treatment plan for a cancer patient in coordination with other oncology specialists and clinicians involved in the patient's care. Medical oncologists are the doctors who handle cancer patients over a long-term after treatment for checkups.

Surgical oncologists - Surgical oncologists are surgeons who specialize in the surgical removal of cancerous tumors and other cancer-related surgeries. They also perform biopsies on cancer patients.

Radiation oncologists - These are physicians who specialize in cancer treatment using radiation therapy. Beams of radiation are targeted at cancer locations to destroy or shrink cancer cells or reduce any cancer-related symptoms.

Other oncology sub-specialties - They include gynecologic oncologists, neuro-oncologists and hematologic oncologists. Gynecologic oncologists are physicians who treat all cancers of the female reproductive systems such as cancer of the cervix, uterus or ovaries. Hematologic oncologists, on the other hand, specialize in the diagnosis and treatment of blood cancers such as multiple myeloma, lymphoma, and leukemia. Neuro-oncologists specialize in treating cancers that affect the spine, brain, and peripheral nerves.

In your search for an oncologist, it is always good to ask if they are board certified in the specific oncology specialty. A comprehensive cancer care specialty should be able to cater to your type of cancer.

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Understanding the Various Oncology Specialties, Texas Cancer Care

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Do Chemotherapy’s Risks Outweigh Its Benefits?

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Do Chemotherapy’s Risks Outweigh Its Benefits?

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Chemotherapy has, for a long time, been used as a cancer treatment method along with radiation and surgery. Most oncologists are shunning chemo as ineffective and risky at fighting breast tumors at their early stages.

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Chemotherapy has, for a long time, been used as a cancer treatment method along with radiation and surgery. Most oncologists are shunning chemo as ineffective and risky at fighting breast tumors at their early stages. Conventionally, most women with breast cancer were treated with a combination of chemotherapy, surgery and radiation.
A chemo alternative
Some doctors see chemo as a method that uses years of treatment with drugs, and it may more harmful rather than helpful. They are shifting to less chemotherapy or no chemotherapy at all, known as "de-escalation". The proponents of de-escalation suggest that chemotherapy should only be used when it can reduce the possibility of cancer spreading.
A rift among oncologists
De-escalation has caused a rift among various oncologists, with some of them expressing worry that women may not find the treatment needed to survive. Since late 1980s, cancer mortality rates have gone down, and some researchers attribute this improvement to chemotherapy.

Chemotherapy has been in use since 1940s, and it's generally been less harmful and more effective since the days of nitrogen mustard. Although chemo has side effects such as nausea, it's possible for doctors to help control these side effects.
Overtreatment concerns
Chemotherapy's fault lines are emerging amid a huge debate regarding overtreatment. There are concerns regarding the prescription of too many antibiotics for diseases that don't warrant them. Other concerns are whether surgery has been forced on patients with prostate cancer despite tumors that didn't pose a major risk.
More options
In the past chemo was regarded as a crucial treatment, but the evolving tumor biology has revolutionized how doctors approach chemo. Using genomic testing, which focuses on genes that affect cancer, doctors give a tumor a score. A higher score shows a higher risk of recurrence and the need for conservative chemotherapy. On the other hand, a low score shows that the patient has good prognosis and may not need chemo. The middle scores are in the gray zone on whether or not to prescribe chemo.

Those who choose not to opt for chemo may go for radiation or surgery. Women whose tumors seem receptive to tumor estrogen can get hormone therapy. They may take pills like Tamoxifen that lower the risk of occurrence.

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Do Chemotherapy's Risks Outweigh Its Benefits?

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Chemotherapy has, for a long time, been used as a cancer treatment method along with radiation and surgery. Most oncologists are shunning chemo as ineffective and risky at fighting breast tumors at their early stages. Conventionally, most women with breast cancer were treated with a combination of chemotherapy, surgery and radiation.

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Choosing Integrative Oncology Providers in Texas

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Choosing Integrative Oncology Providers in Texas

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Integrated oncology refers to a cancer treatment approach that combines the standard cancer treatments, such as chemotherapy, surgery, and radiation therapy, with other non-traditional treatments or activities to help treat the disease

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Integrated oncology refers to a cancer treatment approach that combines the standard cancer treatments, such as chemotherapy, surgery, and radiation therapy, with other non-traditional treatments or activities to help treat the disease, reduce its side effects, and improve a patient's overall wellbeing. Participating in yoga, for example, can considerably improve the quality of life of a patient.

Given that integrative medicine is aimed at integrating or supplementing non-conventional therapies with the conventional ones, it's essential that you choose a integrative oncology provider in Texas wisely. You may start by getting a referral for a provider from a friend, relative, or physician.

Once you have several providers to choose from, you should contact them for basic information including:

Education, licenses, training, and certifications: You should compare whether the integrated oncology provider's qualifications match the nationally accepted standards in line with the American Board of Integrative Medicine.

Areas of specialization: Ask about the experience of the practitioners in treating patients with cancer, and the type of philosophy of care they use. If you have been diagnosed with breast cancer, for example, you may want to find out whether the oncologists at the center have experience in treating breast cancer and the philosophy of care they use.

Research: While talking to the provider, ask about studies that support the preferred treatment option of your condition and the possible success rate.

Cost: Ask about their charge per session and the cost of cancelled appointments. Also, find out which payment options are preferred at the facility, and that includes insurance coverage. This will help you to plan your finances accordingly if you choose to return to the facility for integrated cancer care.

Available treatment options: Being a center for integrated oncology care, ask about the conventional treatment methods that apply to your situation and the possible non-conventional approaches that may suit you and how comfortable each approach is.

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Choosing Integrative Oncology Providers in Texas

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Integrated oncology refers to a cancer treatment approach that combines the standard cancer treatments, such as chemotherapy, surgery, and radiation therapy, with other non-traditional treatments or activities to help treat the disease, reduce its side effects, and improve a patient's overall wellbeing. Participating in yoga, for example, can considerably improve the quality of life of a patient.

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An oncologist provides the much-needed counseling and treatment, but most breast cancer patients have to undergo surgery as part of their treatment.

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A report from the Center for Disease Control says that approximately 236,968 women were diagnosed with breast cancer in the U.S. in 2014. Out of this, 41,211 died with the illness. The survival rates have increased recently, owing to advancements in early diagnosis and its treatment. Cancer is a complex disease, and it requires an entirely elaborate and comprehensive approach. The right team of specialists can make a difference in how patients handle their diagnosis. An oncologist provides the much-needed counseling and treatment, but most breast cancer patients have to undergo surgery as part of their treatment.

Here's what you should consider when looking for a breast surgeon:

Experience - Look for the experience your would-be surgeon has through the number of surgeries they have performed and their successes. It would help to ask for referrals from previous patients to get a sense of how the surgeon operates and how skilled they are.

The right team - The surgeon oversees a cancer patient's treatment amongst other doctors and therapists. Cancer diagnosis requires the input of various specialists. It is vital that you assess the level of experience of the whole team working on your case.

Background check - It is better to look for a surgeon from a specialized cancer treatment center because they have more experience. Surgeons from specialized institutions are better equipped to understand the unique conditions of every patient and offer proper counseling and guidance.

Breast cancer can be a frightening disease, and those diagnosed deserve to find the best care possible. Through research, background checks and peer nomination, you can find top breast cancer specialists you can rely on. Whether you are specific about what you want in a breast cancer doctor, be it treatment or surgery, it is your health that matters most, and you need a doctor that will provide you comfort and peace of mind.

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What you should consider when looking for a Breast Surgeon in Texas

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A report from the Center for Disease Control says that approximately 236,968 women were diagnosed with breast cancer in the U.S. in 2014. Out of this, 41,211 died with the illness. The survival rates have increased recently, owing to advancements in early diagnosis and its treatment.

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Who are the Prostate Cancer Specialists?

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Who are the Prostate Cancer Specialists?

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Prostate cancer can be extremely aggressive or relatively harmless. Some prostate cancers grow slowly and cause few clinical symptoms, while others are aggressive and spread rapidly to the lymph nodes, bones, and other organs.

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Prostate cancer can be extremely aggressive or relatively harmless. Some prostate cancers grow slowly and cause few clinical symptoms, while others are aggressive and spread rapidly to the lymph nodes, bones, and other organs. Screening tests can confirm the suspicion of the existence of prostate cancer.

Positive results of prostate cancer from PSA blood tests or DRE are confirmed by biopsy. Several biopsies of the prostate gland will determine if the patient has BPH, cancer or any other medical condition. The treatment of prostate cancer may require several medical specialists depending on each patient's case.

The patient may need to see the following doctors:

Urologist - A urologist is a specialist trained to treat health conditions that affect the urinary tract (ureters, urethra, bladder, kidneys), and the male reproductive system disorders. We also have urologic oncologists who are surgeons specialized in treating cancer of the male reproductive organs and the urinary tract.

Radiation oncologist - A radiation oncologist is specialized in using radiation therapy to treat cancer. The radiation oncologist develops a radiation treatment plan for their patients, monitors patients as they receive radiation therapy and treats the side effects of the radiation when needed.

Medical oncologist - The medical oncologist is a specialist in the treatment of cancer using medical therapies like hormone therapy and chemotherapy. They also handle general medical conditions that may arise during the disease..

When undergoing cancer care, one needs all the medical specialists they can get. Cancer care not only requires physical care, but the patient's overall well-being also is of importance, and that includes emotional, physical, mental and nutritional care. That is why aside from the specialists highlighted above, more specialists such as oncology nurses, dieticians, physical therapists, occupational therapists and psychologists or counselors are needed in the course of treatment to restore complete health to every patient.

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Who are the Prostate Cancer Specialists?

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Prostate cancer can be extremely aggressive or relatively harmless. Some prostate cancers grow slowly and cause few clinical symptoms, while others are aggressive and spread rapidly to the lymph nodes, bones, and other organs. Screening tests can confirm the suspicion of the existence of prostate cancer.

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The FDA-Approved Treatment against Breast Cancer Recurrence

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The FDA-Approved Treatment against Breast Cancer Recurrence

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According to the National Cancer Institute, about 15% of breast cancer patients have tumors that are HER2-positive. HER2 positive tumors are aggressive and can spread to other parts of the body.

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Breast cancer, in its metastases stage, is an incurable disease with a survival rate of approximately 5-10% within five years. The mortality rate is likely to be at 40,610. According to the National Cancer Institute, about 15% of breast cancer patients have tumors that are HER2-positive. HER2 positive tumors are aggressive and can spread to other parts of the body.

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration has approved the new treatment for early-stage HER2-positive breast cancer. The drug, Nerlynx (neratinib), is an extended adjuvant therapy taken after the initial treatment to lower the risk of cancer recurring. Nerlynx is meant for adult patients who have previously undergone treatment with a regimen using the drug trastuzumab.

Here are facts about Nerlynx:

* Nerlynx is a kinase inhibitor, and it works by blocking the enzymes that promote cell growth. Its safety and efficacy were confirmed from a study through a trial of 2840 patients two years ago. It was found out that 94.2% of the patients who used Nerlynx did not experience recurrence compared to the 91.9% who received placebo.

* The common side effects of using Nerlynx include nausea, diarrhea, fatigue, abdominal pain, vomiting, stomatitis, rash, low appetite, dyspepsia, muscle spasms, liver damage, distention, nail disorder, weight loss, dry skin, and urinary tract infection.

* To help manage diarrhea, patients are given loperamide within the first 56 days of treatment with Nerlynx. Patients who experience severe side effects and pregnant women or lactating mothers should stop taking the drug

Breast cancer can recur or not, but most recurrences come during the first five years after treatment. It can come back as a local recurrence where it appears near the mastectomy scar or in the treated breast, or anywhere in the body. One should keep checking the treated area or doing self-exams and inform the doctor of any changes.

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The FDA-Approved Treatment against Breast Cancer Recurrence | Lewisville Flower Mound Oncology Group

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Breast cancer, in its metastases stage, is an incurable disease with a survival rate of approximately 5-10% within five years. The mortality rate is likely to be at 40,610. According to the National Cancer Institute, about 15% of breast cancer patients have tumors that are HER2-positive.

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Most of the cases of colorectal cancer do not have symptoms or warning signs until the cancer is at an advanced stage.

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A malignant tumor that develops in the large intestine causes colon cancer. The tumor starts as a small growth on the inner lining of the rectum or colon. Most tumors do not develop cancer, but it's important to get screenings to avoid possible cancer diagnosis.

Most of the cases of colorectal cancer do not have symptoms or warning signs until the cancer is at an advanced stage. Other conditions can cause the same symptoms as colorectal cancer such as infection, IBD, hemorrhoids, and many others. It is important to see the doctor to ascertain your condition.

Some of the colon cancer symptoms include:

Abdominal pain - Almost everyone experiences bloating, abdominal pain, or cramps. But there are times you feel unfamiliar abdominal pain, and that is when you should contact a doctor for further testing for diagnosis.

Blood in stool - Anal bleeding is a serious condition, whether it is caused by cancer or hemorrhoids. It is recommended to see a physician right away for a colonoscopy to check for polyps.

Weight loss - A significant amount of weight loss that is unexplained may be due to colon cancer. This occurs when the disease is in its advanced stages.

Other symptoms include changes in bowel habits, unexplained anemia, nausea, and vomiting.

Colorectal cancer may recur even after successful treatment because there may be undetected cells during treatment. It is important to have follow-up care after treatment to check for any recurrence and monitor your recovery. The checkups include lab tests, CT scans, colonoscopy, physical examination, and X-rays.

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Symptoms of Colon Cancer | Lewisville Flower Mound Oncology Group

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A malignant tumor that develops in the large intestine causes colon cancer. The tumor starts as a small growth on the inner lining of the rectum or colon. Most tumors do not develop cancer, but it's important to get screenings to avoid possible cancer diagnosis.

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Advanced Radiation Oncology Center in Lewisville

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Advanced Radiation Oncology Center in Lewisville

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Radiation oncology technology is continually improving. Its recent advances have seen patients receiving high cure rates and fewer side effects.

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Radiation therapy helps to shrink tumors and kill cancer cells using high energy radiation. Radiation can be delivered outside the body by a machine, or it may be induced near cancer cells using radioactive material. Systematic radiation therapy uses substances such as radioactive iodine which travels in the blood to kill the cancer cells.

Radiation therapy is meant to damage the DNA of cancer cells. It can directly damage the DNA or create free radicals in the cells that will destroy the DNA. When damaged cells die, the body's natural process breaks them down and eliminates them. Radiation therapy is a treatment option for various forms of cancer including breast cancer and can be used alone or in combination with chemotherapy, surgery or both.

There are many ways in which radiation therapy is conducted, which are beneficial to particular malignancies:

Radiation therapy with Intensity-Modulated Radiation Therapy (IMRT) delivers high doses of radiation without damaging healthy cells and tissues near the infected area. The process combines radiation with computer imaging technology to pinpoint tumor locations and deliver beams of radiation. It is the most effective form of radiation therapy that has fewer side effects and complications.

Radiation therapy with Image-Guided Radiation Therapy (IGRT) uses the IMRT technology to determine the location of the tumor. IGRT uses advanced technology to monitor the movement of the tumor daily to adjust the beams of radiation to target the precise location.

Stereotactic body radiation therapy (SBRT) is a newer technology where biological doses of radiation are delivered directly to the tumor at stronger levels to eradicate cancer cells without exposing healthy organs and tissues. The cure rates with SBRT are higher with minimal side effects.

Radiation oncology technology is continually improving. Its recent advances have seen patients receiving high cure rates and fewer side effects. The treatments have been shorter, with improved quality of life. The new technology provides tumors in three-dimensional images that target radiation beams precisely to the cancer and limit damage to adjacent organs. Investigative drugs under clinical trials will help to destroy cancer cells with radiation therapy.

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Advanced Radiation Oncology Center in Lewisville

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Radiation therapy helps to shrink tumors and kill cancer cells using high energy radiation. Radiation can be delivered outside the body by a machine, or it may be induced near cancer cells using radioactive material. Systematic radiation therapy uses substances such as radioactive iodine which travels in the blood to kill the cancer cells.

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Options for Colon Cancer Treatment in Lewisville

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Options for Colon Cancer Treatment in Lewisville

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Colorectal cancer is cancer affecting the colon and rectum. It is the second commonest cause of cancer-causing deaths in the United States.

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Colorectal cancer is cancer affecting the colon and rectum. It is the second commonest cause of cancer-causing deaths in the United States.

Colorectal cancer affects people of all races and ethnicities, male and female, but most commonly affects people over the age of 50.

Treatment for colon cancer involves a multidisciplinary team consisting of a surgical oncologist, a medical oncologist, a radiation oncologist, a gastroenterologist, oncology nurses, social workers, pharmacists, dieticians, and counsellors as the best way to approach cancer treatment is holistically.

Treatment options for treatment of colon cancer in Lewisville include;

Surgery - This involves removal of the tumor from the colon and is the commonest treatment for colon cancer. Examples of surgical treatment for colon cancer include laparoscopic surgery, colostomy, and radiofrequency ablation.

Radiation therapy - This involves the use of high energy X-rays to kill cancer cells. This procedure is done by a radiation oncologist. Types of radiation therapy available for treatment of colon cancer in Lewisville include external beam radiation therapy, brachytherapy, intra-operative radiation therapy, and stereotactic radiation therapy. Side effects of radiation therapy include bowel problems, fatigue, and infertility.

Chemotherapy - Chemotherapy refers to use of medicines to kill cancer cells. Example of these drugs include fluorouracil and oxaliplatin. Common side effects of chemotherapy are diarrhea, nerve damage, and mouth sores.

Targeted therapy - This treatment option approaches cancer by targeting or blocking factors, which decrease the growth of the cancer cells. Examples of targeted therapy include anti-angiogenesis therapy that blocks the formation of blood vessels to supply blood to the cancer cells, epidermal growth factor receptor (EGFR) inhibitors, which inhibit the growth of cancer cells, and Immunotherapy or checkpoint inhibitors that boost the body's defenses to kill the cancer cells.

There are numerous cancer treatment options available here at Lewisville. Contact your nearest cancer treatment center and book an appointment.

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Options for Colon Cancer Treatment in Lewisville

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Colorectal cancer is cancer affecting the colon and rectum. It is the second commonest cause of cancer-causing deaths in the United States. Colorectal cancer affects people of all races and ethnicities, male and female, but most commonly affects people over the age of 50.

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Number of US. Cancer Survivors to Jump in the Next Decade

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Number of US. Cancer Survivors to Jump in the Next Decade

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Thanks to recent advancements in diagnosis and treatment of cancer, more Americans are being successfully treated for cancer than before, leading to the fast growth in the number of cancer survivors.

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Thanks to recent advancements in diagnosis and treatment of cancer, more Americans are being successfully treated for cancer than before, leading to the fast growth in the number of cancer survivors.

However as this trend progresses, so do the psychological and medical problems associated with cancer and its treatment, according to a new study by the American Cancer Society.

A cancer survivor, as defined in the study, is a person who is receiving treatment or has been successfully treated for cancer.

Study Author Kevin Stein, who is the vice president of the Behavioral Research Center for the American Cancer Society, mentioned that these cancer treatments are causing some serious adverse effects on the survivors.

Study Author Kim Miller, who is an epidemiologist at the American Cancer Society noted, in an interview with CBS News, that many cancer survivors suffer long-term physical, psychological, and socio-economic issues associated with cancer, and this study is pertinent for public health agencies as well as health policy makers in understanding the various dimensions to cancer, its effects on survivors, and the appropriate treatments.

Notable points from the study are highlighted below;

There are over 15.5 million people living with cancer in the US, and this number will likely increase to 20 million in a decade.

Approximately one-third of cancer survivors in the US were diagnosed within the 5 years prior, and over half were diagnosed within the previous 10 years. Long-term survivors being those who are 5, 10, 15, and 20 years passed the time of their original diagnosis.

Some of the adverse effects are long-term, occurring many months to years after completing treatment. Some of these effects are cognitive problems, heart disease, nerve damage, and osteoporosis.

Long term physical and psychological effects include depression, anxiety, fatigue, and nerve pain. A lot of these manifesting right from the beginning when patients are newly diagnosed and persist even after completion of treatment.

The study findings were published over a year ago in the journal, A Cancer Journal for Clinicians. The research team hopes that these findings will enable researchers and physicians better understand the needs of survivors and better tackle them holistically.

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Number of US. Cancer Survivors to Jump in the Next Decade

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Thanks to recent advancements in diagnosis and treatment of cancer, more Americans are being successfully treated for cancer than before, leading to the fast growth in the number of cancer survivors. However as this trend progresses, so do the psychological and medical problems associated with cancer and its treatment, according to a new study by the American Cancer Society.

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Breast Cancer Treatment at a Lewisville Center

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Breast Cancer Treatment at a Lewisville Center

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The breast cancer treatment can take a toll on one’s body. The treatments often make one feel tired or weak. Not only do you have to deal with the pain, but you also start feeling bouts of despair and depression.

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After your successful breast cancer treatment at your cancer center in Lewisville, Texas you might experience drastic change and side effects of the treatment. Radiation and Chemotherapy not only eradicate the breast cancer cells but also attacks your healthy cells.

Various therapies and medications that will help provide ease and lessen the side effects of the treatment. You might notice the following signs that will be the side effects of tour breast cancer treatment.
Loss of Appetite
Radiation and Chemotherapy can easily take your appetite away. The breast cancer treatment strips away the nourishment and nutrition you badly need. In order to maintain your diet, you could try to take small meals in place of three large ones. You could turn your breakfast into a nutritional shake that might make it easier for you to get your intake of nutrition. If your doctor recommends, try to get some exercise that will help build up your appetite.
Vomiting and Nausea
Another common side effect that most cancer patients have to experience after their treatment is vomiting or nausea. Doctors can prescribe certain medications that might help you to feel better. Your doctor might ask you to keep a close eye when you're queasy and nauseated. This way, your doctor can determine a pattern that will keep you ahead of the situation.

Other recommendations your doctor might recommend could be

Eat small meals,

Avoid citrus and greasy foods,

The foods should be of room temperature and not too cold or hot,

Try to eat bland foods when you're nauseated

If you feel that you have been vomiting quite often or are frequently feeling nauseated, call your doctor and have yourself checked.
Fatigue and Weakness
The breast cancer treatment can take a toll on one's body. The treatments often make one feel tired or weak. Not only do you have to deal with the pain, but you also start feeling bouts of despair and depression.

It is important that you get adequate amounts of sleep and rest. Try to get around 8 hours of sleep at night. Go out for short walks that will help you feel better and active. Eat as much of iron-rich foods such as vegetables, lean meat, beans and fruits that you can manage to devour.

If there are insufficient red blood cells and your body is having trouble producing the adequate amount, your doctor may recommend treatments such as darbepoetin or erythropoietin that will invigorate the bone marrow to produce the required red blood cells in your body.

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Advanced Breast Cancer Treatment at a Lewisville Center

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After your successful breast cancer treatment at your cancer center in Lewisville, Texas you might experience drastic change and side effects of the treatment. Radiation and Chemotherapy not only eradicate the breast cancer cells but also attacks your healthy cells. Various therapies and medications that will help provide ease and lessen the side effects of the treatment.

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It can be seen in the recent years that there have been significant advancements in cancer treatments, especially in the state of Texas, USA.

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It can be seen in the recent years that there have been significant advancements in cancer treatments, especially in the state of Texas, USA.

Cancer is one of the most complex diseases found still today. The treatments for cancer can vary from chemotherapy, radiation therapy and surgery along with the required support and care. Your Texas doctor and oncologist understand that the treatment of cancer can be quite emotional and challenging to handle.
Advanced Cancer Treatment in Texas Targeted Therapy
Targeted therapy works by counteracting those exact proteins which are helping the tumors to develop and disperse in the body. This treatment helps in preventing the cancerous cells to mature and spread.
How Does This Treatment Work Against Cancer
Boosting the Immune System:

Targeted therapy works against cancer in many ways. It helps in building the immune system to be strong enough to destroy the cancer cells. One of the reasons why cancerous cells can thrive and flourish is because they tend to camouflage and conceal from the body's immune system. Certain targeted therapies place a mark on the cancerous cells so that the immune system can easily identify and kill them. There are other kinds of targeted therapies that are aimed towards boosting the immune system to fight and combat better against the cancer cells.

Ceasing the Cancerous Cells From Developing:

The healthy and good cells in our body are continuously dividing to create new healthy cells. The cancer cell's surface contains certain proteins that helps it to divide and grow without any interferences from the immune system. Targeted therapies help in creating interference and stopping the cancer cells from dividing.
Hormone Therapy
Specifically used for the treatment of prostate and breast cancer, hormone therapy treatment helps in decreasing and stunting the growth of the cancer cells.
How Does This Treatment Work Against Cancer
Especially for those men that have prostate cancer and are not advised for radiation therapy or surgery as their treatment, hormone therapy is recommended for them. This therapy helps to slow down the growth of the cancer cells.
Stem Cell Transplant
This treatment helps in restoring the healthy cells that had been damaged due to the high dosage of radiation therapy or chemotherapy. The healthy cells are blood-forming stem cells that are a part of our immune system and support our bodies to battle any disease or infection.

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Advanced Cancer Treatment in Texas | Lewisville Flower Mound Oncology

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It can be seen in the recent years that there have been significant advancements in cancer treatments, especially in the state of Texas, USA. Cancer is one of the most complex diseases found still today. The treatments for cancer can vary from chemotherapy, radiation therapy and surgery along with the required support and care.

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Research Indicates No Special Cancer Risk Seen with Sarcoidosis

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Research Indicates No Special Cancer Risk Seen with Sarcoidosis

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Sarcoidosis has been linked to high levels of malignancies. It manifests itself on the affected body parts in form of small lumps known as granulomas.

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There have been speculations linking Sarcoidosis to the risk cancer. However, research carried out to investigate this speculation indicates no special cancer risk seen with sarcoidosis. A research carried out in 2017 by the University of Miami to investigate the relationship between Sarcoidosis and breast cancer indicated increased risk of Sarcoidosis onset in breast cancer patients.

Sarcoidosis has been linked to high levels of malignancies. It manifests itself on the affected body parts in form of small lumps known as granulomas. Sarcoidosis is not cancer and neither are the growths cancerous. Its manifestation in form of small lumps is one of the reasons making people link it to cancer.
Facts about Sarcoidosis

Sarcoidosis is a chronic disease that affects multiple organs including the skin, eyes and joints. In 95% of sarcoidosis cases, the lungs are most affected.

The exact cause of Sarcoidosis is not clear. Factors such as genetics, environment, individual lifestyle and low immunity have been linked to the disease. However, doctors and researchers are not clear on the exact cause of the disease.

In extreme cases, sarcoidosis can become fatal if it causes extensive damage on vital organs such as the lungs, brain, and heart.

Sarcoidosis symptoms are similar to those of many other illnesses, making it difficult to diagnose. They may range from mild, moderate to severe and in some cases absent. These symptoms include fatigue, fever, weight loss, joint pain, shortness of breath and persistent coughing. The symptoms may also vary depending on the part of the body affected.

Sarcoidosis prevention. Because the exact cause of the disease is difficult to establish, prevention measures are unknown.

So far, there's no special cancer risk seen with sarcoidosis. While the disease manifests itself as small tumors on the affected parts, the tumors are noncancerous. The Miami University research suggested that breast cancer predisposed patients to sarcoidosis but, the disease didn't lead to breast cancer.

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Research Indicates No Special Cancer Risk Seen with Sarcoidosis

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There have been speculations linking Sarcoidosis to the risk cancer. However, research carried out to investigate this speculation indicates no special cancer risk seen with sarcoidosis. A research carried out in 2017 by the University of Miami to investigate the relationship between Sarcoidosis and breast cancer indicated increased risk of Sarcoidosis onset in breast cancer patients.