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Mouth sores with chemotherapy?

My daughter started to have chemotherapy and not only has she experienced side effects of nausea and hair loss, I also noticed that she has mouth sores. Is this normal? She's...
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How is medical marijuana used in the treatment of cancer?

My mother has breast cancer and is currently undergoing chemotherapy, but she also uses medical marijuana in her treatment as well. How is medical marijuana used in the treatment...
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Can unexplained bruising be a sign of leukemia?

My daughter has inexplicable bruises on her arms and legs. Like they are banged up, but she doesn't hurt herself enough to cause them. Can these bruises be a sign of leukemia?...
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Is constipation normal with chemotherapy?

My grandmother is undergoing chemotherapy for her lung cancer, and now she's dealing with constipation. Is this a common side effect with chemotherapy?
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Can liver disease lead to cancer?

Is it possible for liver disease lead to cancer? My father was just diagnosed with cirrhosis of the liver, and I want to know if he's at an increased risk for any cancers.
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Is laser radiation harmful?

Is laser radiation actually harmful? If you're getting laser radiation therapy for cancer treatment, will it cause any negative side effects?
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Why can't some tumors be removed?

My uncle has finally been diagnosed with a tumor on his gallbladder after multiple tests, and the tumor is malignant. The doctors originally thought that they could remove it,...
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Are bone marrow transplants possible for leukemia patients?

My son's daughter was diagnosed with leukemia and is currently undergoing chemotherapy for treatment. She's been diagnosed two years ago, and as her grandmother, I don't want...
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Why does lung cancer develop in non-smokers?

I'm not a smoker, but I was diagnosed with second-stage lung cancer recently and I'm currently being treated with radiation therapy. I do have a family history of lung cancer,...
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Are there a lot of side effects with radiation therapy for colorectal cancer?

My dad has colorectal cancer and it's being treated with radiation therapy. However, now there's irritation around the area where the radiation hits. Are there a lot of side...
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What are the first signs of osteoscarcoma?

We noticed a strange lump on my daughter's leg, and she has been limping recently. We're concerned. After researching what it could be, one of the possibilities that came up...
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How long does it take for pathology results to come back?

I'm waiting for my results to come back from a biopsy of my liver, but it's already been a week. How long does it usually take for pathology results to come back?
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How often do tumors come back after being removed?

I have a malignant tumor on my left breast and we are going to remove it. I'm just nervous about it coming back. How often do tumors come back after being removed?
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Is non-Hodgkin's lymphoma common in childhood?

My friend's daughter is only 10 years old and she was diagnosed with non-Hodgkin's lymphoma. I always thought that this form of lymphoma only developed in adults. How common...
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What can lung CT scans detect?

My doctor said to me that I need to have a lung CT scan to see if I have any physical signs of cancer. What can a radiologist see with a lung CT?
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How treatable is stage 4 soft tissue sarcoma?

A girl I know was just diagnosed with stage 4 soft tissue sarcoma and she's so young. Only 15 years old. Is this stage of cancer terminal, or is it definitely treatable?
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Why do I have to flush the toilet twice after chemotherapy?

I just started to get chemo for my gallbladder cancer. But my doctor made it a point to say that I should always flush the toilet twice after treatment. I thought this was really...
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Can external beam radiation cure prostate cancer?

The course of treatment for my brother's prostate cancer is external beam radiation, and his doctor is confident about how successful this treatment is. Can external beam radiation...
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What are the first signs of cancer in kids?

My son hasn't been himself for over a year. He's been getting sick easily, vomiting, and complains of frequent headaches. He also has a lump on his head; I found it the other...
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How aggressive is Ewing sarcoma?

I heard Ewing sarcoma was a rare form of cancer, so I was surprised to hear that my cousin, who's only 16 years old, was diagnosed with it last February. Now she's in chemotherapy....
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