Paget disease of the breast facts* *Paget disease of the breast facts medically reviewed by Melissa Conrad Stöppler, MD, on 1/21/2015 Paget disease of the breast is a form of breast cancer that affects the skin of the nipple. The cause of Paget disease of the breast is poorly understood, but it may be related …
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Vaginal cancer facts* *Vaginal cancer facts by John P. Cunha, DO, FACOEP Vaginal cancer is a disease in which malignant (cancer) cells form in the vagina. Vaginal cancer is not common. When found in early stages, it can often be cured. There are two main types of vaginal cancer: squamous cell carcinoma and adenocarcinoma. Risk factors for vaginal cancer include …
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Urethral cancer facts* *Urethral cancer facts by John P. Cunha, DO, FACOEP Urethral cancer is a disease in which malignant (cancer) cells form in the tissues of the urethra, the tube that carries urine from the bladder to outside the body. It is a rare cancer that occurs more often in women than in men. Squamous cell carcinoma is the …
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What is radiation therapy? In radiation therapy (also called radiotherapy), invisible high-energy rays or beams of subatomic particles are used to damage cancer cells and can stop them from growing and dividing. This ultimately can kill the cancer cells treated with radiation. A specialist in radiation therapy is called a radiation oncologist. What are the types of radiation therapy? Readers …
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Testicular cancer facts* *Testicular cancer facts medical author: Charles P. Davis, MD, PhD Testicular cancer is a disease when testicular cells become abnormal (malignant) in one or both testicles. It is the most common cancer in 20- to 35-year-old men and has two main types, seminomas and nonseminomas. The exact cause of testicular cancer is not known but risk factors …
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Penis cancer facts* *Penis cancer facts by John P. Cunha, DO, FACOEP Penis cancer is a disease in which malignant (cancer) cells form in the tissues of the penis. Penile cancer is usually found on the glans or foreskin of the penis but can also occur on the shaft of the penis. Almost all penile cancers begin in the skin …
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Dilaudid (hydromorphone) vs. fentanyl quick comparison of differences Dilaudid (hydromorphone hydrochloride) and fentanyl are opioid narcotic pain-relievers used to manage pain in individuals whose pain its severe enough that it requires 24/7, long-term opioid treatment. Side effects of Dilaudid and fentanyl that are similar include: Lightheadedness Dizziness Drowsiness Nausea Vomiting Constipation Itching Headache Rash Weight loss A serious side effect …
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What is granisetron transdermal system (patch), and how does it work (mechanism of action)? Sancuso is granisetron delivered via a transdermal patch system for the prevention of nausea and vomiting resulting from chemotherapy for cancer. Other formulations of granisetron (for example, Kytril) are administered by mouth or injection. Certain chemotherapeutic agents used for treating cancer stimulate the release of a …
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Key points Nasopharyngeal cancer is a disease in which malignant (cancer) cells form in the tissues of the nasopharynx. Ethnic background and being exposed to the Epstein-Barr virus can affect the risk of nasopharyngeal cancer. Signs of nasopharyngeal cancer include trouble breathing, speaking, or hearing. Tests that examine the nose and throat are used to detect (find) and diagnose nasopharyngeal …
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Kidney cancer facts* Readers Comments 1 Share Your Story *Kidney cancer facts medical author: Charles P. Davis, MD, PhD Kidney cancer facts medical editor: Melissa Conrad Stöppler, MD The kidneys are two organs in the body that filter the blood and remove waste material and excess water by making urine that is expelled as waste. Cancer is the growth of …
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