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*ALL Targeted Therapy ... used for ALL? Targeted therapy may be used as the first treatment for acute lymphocytic leukemia (ALL ... Targeted therapy is the use of medicines that take aim on parts of cancer cells that make ... ALL;cancer treatment;targeted therapy;34,16136

. After radiation therapy ends, cancer cells keep dying for weeks or months. But this treatment can also ... Treatment depends on the type of cancer your child has and what their healthcare team decides is ... 40343;treating cancer in children, radiation therapy;child cancer treatment, radiation therapy ... ;radiation therapy, child cancer;pediatric cancer treatment, radiation therapy;radiation therapy

of all phases of ALL treatment. ALL has spread to your CNS (brain and spine) or to another organ ... Radiation therapy uses high-energy X-rays to kill cancer cells or stop them from growing. It ... acute lymphocytic leukemia;ALL;radiation therapy for ALL;ballt8

Cancer Treatment: Specialized Surgery ... . Specialized Types of Cancer Surgery In most cases, cancer treatment depends on your overall ... provider may advise surgery as part of cancer treatment to remove tumors or to take out tissue for testing ... cancer treatment;cancer surgery;cryosurgery;laser surgery;microsurgery;electrosurgery;115

*Cancer Tx Get Second Opinion ... Institute. They can help you find cancer treatment centers near you. You can contact them at 800-4-CANCER ... It can be hard to decide on a treatment for your type of cancer. Before starting treatment ... cancer treatment;second opinion for;18197-1

can also help you know what to expect from treatment and from your cancer care team. Getting ... deal with cancer. Learning as much as you can about the cancer and about the treatment options you ... carcinoma of unknown primary origin;treatment of carcinoma of unknown primary origin;BCUPD2;CUP

Understanding Treatment Options for Stomach Cancer ... *Stomach Cancer Tx Options ... Learn about the different treatment choices for stomach cancer. Stomach Cancer: Treatment ... treatment for stomach cancer Here is an overview of the treatment choices for stomach cancer: Surgery ... oncology;cancer;tumors;stomach;chemotherapy;surgery;radiation;radiotherapy;17795-1

oncology uses radiation to treat cancer (and a few other diseases). Also uses imaging, such as CT ... scans and MRI, as aids in treatment planning and delivery of care. Who does the diagnostic

*Vulvar Cancer Chemo ... Chemotherapy for Vulvar Cancer ... ? Healthcare providers don’t often use chemo as the main treatment for vulvar cancer. But it may be ... with vulvar cancer get chemo through an IV in an outpatient part of the hospital, infusion center ... oncology;cancer;tumors;vulva;vulvar;chemotherapy;drugs;medications;medicines;cisplatin;Platinol

all instructions on caring for your incision and the biopsy area. In a week or two, your healthcare ... health care provider may recommend a breast biopsy. Having a biopsy doesn't necessarily mean you have ... cancer; breast cancer; lump; needle biopsy; mammogram; mammography

Treatment Options for Nonmelanoma Skin Cancer ... *Nonmelanoma Skin Cancer Tx Choices ... normal activities. Nonmelanoma Skin Cancer: Treatment Choices There are various treatment choices ... goal of treatment is to remove the cancer completely while keeping function and appearance as much ... cancer;oncology;skin;cancer;tumors;squamous;cells;non-melanoma;basal;carcinoma;radiation ... ;radiotherapy;surgery;chemotherapy;17589-1;skin cancer treatment

*Cancer Resources Support ... your treatment. Resources for People with Cancer You do not have to fight cancer alone. Reach ... can help you feel better both during and after your treatment. Support groups When you have cancer ... Oncology;patient;information;General;resources;resources;cancer;oncology;on1022a;82317

*ALL Overview ... . Acute Lymphocytic Leukemia (ALL): Overview What is ALL? Cancer starts when cells change (mutate) and ... can tell if you have cancer. How is ALL diagnosed?    ALL may be diagnosed when you see your

*Hyperthermia Cancer ... in cancer treatment. It's used at some cancer treatment centers along with chemotherapy or ... cancer treatment. Hyperthermia for Cancer Treatment What is hyperthermia in cancer treatment ... cancer treatment and hyperthermia;types of hyperthermia;hyperthermia side effects;local

*Cancer Ovarian Dc ... follow any instructions from your cancer treatment team. Home care after surgery Here’s what to ... Surgery is the most common treatment for ovarian cancer. This is followed by chemotherapy ... discharge instructions for ovarian cancer;ovary;oncology;gynecology;86293;ovarian cancer treatment ... ;complete hysterectomy;uterus removal;fallopian tube removal;ovary removal;ovarian cancer

*Cancer Laser Tx ... have any. Talk with your cancer care team about any or all possible side effects before the ... Therapy for Cancer Treatment Laser therapy for cancer treatment Laser light is concentrated so ... cancer treatment and laser therapy;cancer surgery;light amplification by the stimulated emission of

*ALL Tests After Dx ... providers learn more about the cancer and how to treat it. Acute Lymphocytic Leukemia (ALL ... cancer and how to treat it. Some of these tests can also be used to help show how well treatment is ... ALL;tests to evaluate ALL;BALLD3

*Anal Cancer New Dx ... caring for people with cancer. The team will answer all your questions. They’ll also guide you ... help. Coping with fear It’s normal to feel afraid. Learning about your cancer and treatment ... anal cancer;treatment of anal cancer;banad1

An Overview of Eye Cancer ... cancer. Because it’s so rare, it’s best to seek treatment from an eye cancer specialist. Who is at ... ? Your treatment choices depend on the type of eye cancer you have, test results, and the stage of ... cancer;oncology;tumors;eyes;ophthalmology;optical;ophthalmic;vision;FAQs;frequently;asked;questions;FAQEyeOcularCancer

*Rare Cancers Tx and Info ... specialist or treatment center. Some to check out include the National Cancer Institute (NCI), the ... cancers are rare, it might be harder to find information about them. Finding Treatment and ... rare cancer;cancer diagnosis;16174