Living with Cancer While Receiving Long-Term Treatment
Sometimes, cancer treatment can go on for an extended period of time. Many people receive cancer treatment for months, years, or even the rest of their lives.
Radiation therapy
Just Diagnosed With Lung Cancer: Answers from an Expert
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Lung cancer affects tens of thousands of Americans every year. In this blog post, Cancer.Net Associate Editor Dr. Jyoti Patel describes 9 things every person should know about lung cancer.
Just Diagnosed With Sarcoma: Answers from an Expert
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Sarcoma is not just 1 disease but a group of diseases. Dr. Herbert Loong explains the different types of sarcoma, how to seek treatment, and where to find support.
Preocupaciones acerca de la fertilidad y la conservación en mujeres
Muchos tratamientos contra el cáncer afectan la fertilidad de manera transitoria o permanente. La fertilidad es la capacidad para quedar embarazada. La infertilidad es la incapacidad para quedar embarazada o mantener un embarazo.
Antes de comenzar el tratamiento, hable con su equipo de atención médica. Consulte cómo el tratamiento puede afectar su fertilidad. Y consulte sobre las opciones para preservar la fertilidad.
Just Diagnosed With Head and Neck Cancer: Answers from an Expert
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Dr. Kathryn Gold provides an overview of head and neck cancers, including risk factors, symptoms, diagnosis, treatment, and side effects.
Bladder Cancer - Treatments by Stage
ON THIS PAGE: You will learn about the general types of treatments doctors use to treat people with bladder cancer based on the stage of the disease. Use the menu to see other pages.
The information below outlines common types of treatment that may be part of your treatment plan, depending on the cancer’s stage (see Stages and Grades). Please note that this is general information. Your doctor will recommend a personalized treatment plan for you based on the stage and other factors.
Just Diagnosed With Colorectal Cancer: Answers from an Expert
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Being diagnosed with colorectal cancer can be scary and confusing. Dr. Jeffrey Meyerhardt, an expert in colorectal cancer, describes the 4 questions that any newly diagnosed patient should ask.
4 Things to Ask About Cancer and Hair Loss
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Many cancer treatments can cause hair loss (alopecia). Talking with your health care team, learning about resources and programs, and finding support in your community can help you cope with hair loss.
Beyond the Treatment Plan: 3 Things to Consider After a Cancer Diagnosis
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A cancer diagnosis is stressful, and the discussion of the treatment plan starts quickly. But a cancer diagnosis affects everything and involves more than just the treatment plan. Here are 3 things to consider.
Did You Know that Cancer Treatment Can Affect Your Mouth?
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The mouth is a complex body part, and cancer treatment can affect it. Here are some tips for oral hygiene and keeping your mouth healthy before and during treatment.
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