Lung nodules: What you need to know
Lung nodules — or pulmonary nodules — are small growths that can develop in the lungs. By definition, they are no larger than 3 cm, or about 1.25” across. Anything bigger than that is considered a mass.
Lung nodules are very common. But most lung nodules are not due to cancer.
So, why do lung nodules even form? Do they ever cause any symptoms? And, what should you do if you find out you have one?&...
6 breast cancer myths you shouldn’t believe
Can wearing underwire bras cause breast cancer? What about using antiperspirants containing aluminum or eating foods made with soybeans? ...
Finding hope for cancer patients in ferroptosis research
Guang Lei, M.D., Ph.D., spends his days in a lab studying ferroptosis, a type of programmed cell death.
But it’s not a love of science...
Understanding allogeneic stem cell transplants: What you need to know
Stem cell transplants use healthy, immature cells to replace those that either aren’t working properly in a person’s bone marrow or have been destroyed by high-dose chemotherapy. They are often used to treat leukemia, lymphoma, myeloma and other blood disorders.
There are two types of stem cell transplants:
Autologous stem cell transplants use a patient’s own cells. Allogeneic stem cell transplants...
Stage IV lung cancer survivor: Why you should start your treatment at MD Anderson
After watching my grandmother die with emphysema, I resolved never to smoke. So, when I was diagnosed with stage IV lung cancer — and told...
What is a partial hysterectomy? Differences, benefits and risk factors
“Partial hysterectomy” is one of those phrases that isn’t very specific. It’s not always clear what the term means. So, most doctors try to...
Stage III ovarian cancer survivor: Don’t ignore your symptoms
When I was diagnosed with stage III ovarian cancer in July 2023, it hit me like a thunderbolt. Ovarian cancer doesn’t run in my family. But...
What is an eye freckle? 7 things to know
An eye freckle is a dark-colored spot on the eye. Doctors may also call it a nevus or mole. Nevi refers to more than one freckle.
Eye...
What to know about metastatic prostate cancer
Metastatic prostate cancer is prostate cancer that has spread outside of the prostate to other parts of the body. This is also known as stage...
Journal prompts for cancer patients and caregivers
Journaling is a helpful way to process events, express emotions and reflect on growth and progress. But journaling can also feel overwhelming...
4 things to know about cortisol and stress
Stress and cortisol have been linked ever since early stress research identified cortisol as the main mediator of stress – that is, the main...