The life expectancy of patients with CLL varies widely with some patients living for 2 to 3 years after diagnosis and other patients living 5 to 10 years. Chronic lymphocytic leukemia (CLL) has a highly variable natural history. The survival rate varies with the stage at the time of diagnosis, existing comorbidities, age, and tolerance …
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White spots on the throat rarely indicate cancer; however, they may be the result of the following medical conditions. White patches on the throat are not necessarily cancer. They may be due to benign (noncancerous) causes, such as infections or irritation. White patches on the throat, tongue, or inside the mouth are called leukoplakia. They cannot be scraped off by …
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Clear cell carcinoma is the most common type of renal cell carcinoma, which accounts for 75 to 85 percent of all RCC cases. The most common type of renal cell carcinoma (RCC) is called clear cell carcinoma. It is called “clear cell” carcinoma because the tumor cells have a pale or clear appearance on microscopic examination. Clear cell carcinoma accounts …
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Differentiated thyroid cancers are the most common types of thyroid cancer with papillary accounting for 8 in 10 cases and follicular account for 1 in 10 cases. Thyroid cancers account for about 1 in 100 newly diagnosed cancer cases in the United States. Differentiated thyroid cancers are the most common types of thyroid cancer of which papillary thyroid cancer accounts …
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What is a stem cell transplant? Stem cell transplants can save your life if you have certain diseases like cancer. Like any medical procedure, they do come with risks. Learn more about the risks and side effects of stem cell transplants. There are some conditions, such as blood cancers, that negatively affect your body's production of the cells that are …
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Life after breast cancer treatment You’re finally done with your breast cancer treatment. It’s a relief and a time to rejoice. You may expect your life to go back to the way it was before, but instead of returning to your old normal, you may have to adjust to a new one. With today’s advanced treatment and early detection, breast …
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The FDA approved the drug Piqray (alpelisib) for the treatment of PIK3CA mutations associated with advanced breast cancer. The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has approved the drug Piqray (alpelisib) for the treatment of PIK3CA mutations associated with advanced breast cancer. This drug is marketed by Novartis and is classified as a phosphatidylinositol 3-kinase inhibitor (a type of targeted …
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Leukemia rash can appear anywhere on the body, including the legs, arms, trunk, neck, head and face. Learn about types, causes, and treatment Leukemia rash can appear anywhere on the body, including the legs, arms, trunk, neck, head and face. Learn about types, causes, and treatment. 5 types of leukemia rash Petechiae: Bursting of the tiny blood vessels called capillaries …
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Genomic testing or genomic assay is performed on a tumor sample taken during a biopsy to look for mutations (changes) in the genes that make the tumor up. Genomic testing or genomic assay is performed on a tumor sample taken during a biopsy (or, less often, on a blood sample). It looks for mutations (changes) in the genes that make …
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Cancer. It's a word no one wants to hear or say. It refers to a group of diseases that occur when abnormal cells spread uncontrollably throughout the body. Medical professionals don't completely understand what causes cancer, but there are lifestyle and genetic factors that can increase your risk. These include smoking, excessive drinking, an unhealthy diet, lack of exercise, and …
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