Chemoradiation describes the process of using chemotherapy in tandem with radiation therapy to treat cancer.
But how does chemoradiation work? Is it only used for particular kinds or stages of cancer? And, how do you know if you might be a good candidate for it?
We consulted three experts: gynecologic oncologist and surgeon Pamela Soliman, M.D., head and neck radiation oncologist David Rosenthal, M.D., and thoracic radiation...
Night sweats, persistent fevers and unexplained weight loss are three of the most common symptoms of lymphoma, whether they stem from Hodgkin...
You might think that the terms “integrative medicine” and “alternative medicine” are interchangeable, or that they mean the same thing. But...
Renal medullary carcinoma (RMC) is a rare and extremely aggressive kidney cancer. In the United States, it is diagnosed most frequently among young Black men who carry the sickle cell trait, an inherited blood mutation.
But do you have to carry the sickle cell trait to develop renal medullary carcinoma? How else does it differ from other kidney cancers? And, what are the latest advances in its diagnosis and treatment?
Here...
Very few people will be diagnosed with renal medullary carcinoma this year. But of those who are, about 60% will be young Black men who carry...
Inflammatory breast cancer symptoms tend to appear very quickly.
“At first, patients might complain of a spot-like rash, or of...
Every cancer patient’s situation is unique. But Heather Williams’ was exceptional.
The ER nurse from North Carolina was only...
You’ve put on your UPF-rated clothing, applied your sunscreen and positioned your beach umbrella carefully. But are you also wearing sunglasses...
The most common symptoms of pancreatic cancer are pain in your abdomen or back, weight loss and jaundice.
But these issues can also...
Chemical peels have been credited with everything from eliminating wrinkles and acne scars to stimulating cell growth and reversing sun damage...