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Why does my son's platelet count keep dropping during his chemotherapy sessions?

My son is doing chemotherapy treatments for his tumor. Every time they do a blood test, his platelet count seems to have fallen. What is the reason?
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After my tumor surgery I have headache often. Why?s

I got operated for a brain tumor recently. However, ever since the surgery I have a headache often. Is it normal after brain surgery?
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Will a biopsy cause cancer to spread?

I have heard that if a cancer growth is scrapped for biopsy it tends to spread. Is this true? Which parts of the body is this most true for?
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Is there any way to help prevent cancer recurrence?

I battled cancer in my uterus and I am now very skeptical about it coming back. How do I try to make sure that I never have this disease again?
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How can someone live with cancer without chemotherapy?

My uncle has been diagnosed with cancer, but the doctor has not started him on chemotherapy. When is chemotherapy necessary?
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What would it take to develop a cancer vaccine?

I come from a family where there are a number of cancer cases. This has left me extremely worried. I know there aren't really any vaccines to prevent cancer, but I'm just curious...
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Gummy Bears and cancer

I have been diagnosed with Cll. I've been on Chemo pills for about 4 months. I also have type 2 diabetes and I'm only 43! My energy levels change by the day at times and other...
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How long does a radiation therapy treatment usually last?

I have to have radiation therapy. What determines how long it usually lasts?
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Can radiation therapy weaken bones?

If I undergo a radiation therapy to treat my cancer, will it weaken my bones? I am trying to weigh each of my options before making a decision.
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How is endometrial cancer treated?

My mom has been diagnosed with endometrial cancer. She is 78 years old so I am so nervous about treatment due to her age. What is normally done for older cancer patients?
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My father has started fumbling a lot after his cancer treatment. Is it normal?

My father has developed a lot of cognitive problems and is also fumbling a lot after his cancer treatment. Is it a normal side effect?
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After cure from immunotherapy

I want to know what to do after getting cured from immunotherapy?
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Do diseases like leukemia run in families?

Is luekemia a genetic disorder? My first son died of leukemia and I am pregnant now. I am very worried that it is a genetic disorder. What are the chances my baby will have...
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Can colon cancer be cured with a surgery?

My friend has been diagnosed with colon cancer. The doctor has started his treatment for it, however, I would like to know if it can be cured with colon surgery?
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Liver cancer

Pain is getting bad down thru lower abdomen, doc says will get worse. Is that true towards the end?
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What are the early side effects of radiation therapy apart from fatigue, skin issues and hair loss?

My father has to start out on radiation therapy for his colon cancer. I want to know if there are other side effects, besides body weakness, skin changes and hair loss.
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After how many sessions of chemotherapy will cancer cells start dying?

My mother has just started chemotherapy for her cancer in the uterus. She's already experiencing side effects, and I'm not sure how long I could watch her go through it. After...
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Are steroids given as a part of cancer treatment?

What are the kinds of medication is administered to cancer patients? Are they given steroids as a part of their treatment?
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Does radiation during cancer treatment have any impact on the digestive system?

My mother underwent radiation therapy to treat breast cancer. The treatment was successful, but her appetite seems to be gone. Does radiation therapy impact the digestive system?...
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Can cancer be prevented?

In my family we have a history of cancer and it is worrying me a lot. Can cancer be prevented? I supposed the better question is, to what degree can cancer be prevented if at...
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