Colonoscopy anesthesia: 7 things to know
If you’ve never had a colonoscopy before, you might have some questions about anesthesia.
Is there more than one option, for instance? If so, how does each work, why might doctors pick one over the other, and what side effects can you expect to experience afterward?
For answers, we consulted anesthesiologist Katherine Hagan, M.D.
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What happens if a doctor finds cancer during my colonoscopy?
Most colonoscopies end with a gastroenterologist saying to come back in 10 years for another colorectal cancer screening, a woozy ride home...
Can pelvic organ prolapse be a sign of cancer?
Pelvic organ prolapse — or the intrusion of nearby organs into the vaginal canal — is a condition that occurs most often as a side effect...
Dry mouth (xerostomia) in cancer patients: 5 things to know
Xerostomia is the scientific term for a chronically dry mouth. Though it might not seem like that big of a deal, dry mouth is actually a very uncomfortable — and potentially serious — side effect of cancer treatment.
But what causes dry mouth in cancer patients? How is it treated? And, can you prevent xerostomia?
We went to oral oncologist Mark Chambers, D.M.D., for answers.
What are the main causes of dry...
Squamous cell carcinoma of the lungs: 5 things to know
Squamous cell carcinoma of the lungs is a type of non-small-cell cancer that originates in the thin, flat cells lining the airways. About...
Salivary gland cancer: 9 things to know
Cancer of the salivary gland is not very common. Only about 2,500 cases are diagnosed in the United States each year.
So, how do you...
Caring for adult children with cancer: 4 tips for parents
Learning that your child has cancer is never easy — no matter how old your child might be. But in some ways, managing their care can be simpler...