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*ALL Ch ... A diagnosis of cancer for your child is scary and confusing. Learn the basics about acute ... learn more about ALL and how it's treated. What is ALL? ALL is a fast-growing cancer that affects ... , child;ALL risk factors, child;ALL symptoms, child;ALL diagnosis, child;ALL treatment, child;ALL long-term concerns, child;ALL coping, child ... 40353;40353;when your child has acute lymphoblastic leukemia;acute lymphoblastic anemia, child;ALL

. Your oncologist may also act as the lead healthcare provider for all your cancer care. Oncology ... the right nutrients and energy. A dietitian can help you eat well during and after cancer treatment ... cancer;cancer treatment;oncology;surgeon;oncologist;oncology nurse;treatment team;radiologist;p07151

*Cancer Find PCP After Tx Teen ... keep you feeling your best. The care plan tells your new providers all about what your cancer team did ... survivorship care plan is unique to you and the type of cancer and treatment you had. You can learn ... life after cancer;primary care provider;healthcare provider communication;16235

*Esophageal Cancer Intro ... Esophageal cancer is cancer that starts in your esophagus. This is the tube that carries food ... cancer? Cancer starts when cells in the body change (mutate) and grow out of control. Your body is made ... cancer;oncology;esophageal;esophagus;17966-1

*Cancer Retreats ... Society of Clinical Oncology website or through the American Cancer Society . Some camps and ... may find yourself battling both the emotional stress and strain of coping with cancer and the ... cancer;cancer treatment;coping with cancer;23400-1

All About the Ear, Nose, and Throat ... are the 3 small bones that are connected and transmit the sound waves to the inner ear ... muscular tube. It acts as the passageway for air, food, and liquid. The throat also helps in forming ... disorder;chemosensory disorder;speech disorder;voice disorder;language disorder;vocal cord disorder;laryngeal cancer;p00448

cancer started. Then they will rename the cancer for that site. Who is at risk for carcinoma of ... primary site—the place where the cancer started. You may have one or more of these tests: Urine and ... CUP;cancer;oncology;carcinoma;unknown;primary;FAQs;frequently;asked;questions;FAQCarcinomaofUnknownPrimary

*Cancer Ovarian Dc ... for Cancer of the Ovary You have been diagnosed with ovarian cancer. This is the abnormal and ... ovarian cancer. Most often, the uterus, fallopian tubes, and ovaries are removed. This is called a ... discharge instructions for ovarian cancer;ovary;oncology;gynecology;86293;ovarian cancer treatment ... ;complete hysterectomy;uterus removal;fallopian tube removal;ovary removal;ovarian cancer

*Cancer Excess Weight Risk ... . Excess Weight and Cancer Risk: What's the Link? Carrying extra weight at some point is a reality for ... risk and live a healthier, happier life. Uncovering the connection Increased fat in the body may ... cancer risk;excess weight;16127

*Life After Cancer Screening Teen ... . The survivorship care plan will outline screenings that are important for you. Life After Cancer ... ends, make sure you have a summary of your treatment and a survivorship care plan. Your cancer care ... life after cancer;cancer screening;cancer prevention;16129

*Nutrition and Cancer Risk ... containing phytochemicals may decrease the risk of developing cancer, diabetes, hypertension, and ... may also be a link between these meats and the risk for breast cancer and certain types of prostate ... foods to prevent cancer;phytochemicals;antioxidants;omega 3 fatty acids;carcinogens;allicin

Cancer Bile Duct Overview ... , and what the risks and side effects may be. Types of treatment for cancer are either local or ... network of tiny tubes that connect the liver and the gallbladder to the small intestine. Learn more ... frequently;asked;questions;FAQS;bile;ducts;cancer;digestion;gallbladder;liver;oncology;FAQBileDuctCancer

*Cancer Head and Neck ... change. The most important risk factors for head and neck cancer are: Using any form of tobacco ... Head and neck cancer is the term given to cancers that start in the head and neck region ... cancer;oncology;head;neck;tissues;tumors;FAQs;frequently;asked;questions;FAQHeadandNeckCancer

*Cancer Diarrhea Tips ... . Cancer Care: Controlling Diarrhea A common side effect of cancer and cancer treatment is ... A common side effect of cancer and cancer treatment is diarrhea. This is when you have loose ... Oncology controlling diarrhea;radiation;chemotherapy;on1011a;82303;chemo

*ALL Tx ... are put into your blood. The goal is to kill the ALL cells quickly and put the cancer into remission ... your treatment choices are, how well they’re expected to work, and what the risks and side effects ... acute lymphocytic leukemia;ALL;chemotherapy for ALL;radiation therapy for ALL;stem cell transplant for ALL;BALLT2

*Smoking and Digestive ... . Smoking and cancer of the digestive system Smoking is a risk factor for mouth, lip, and voice box ... cancer. It also raises the risk for cancer of the esophagus, stomach, pancreas, liver, colon, and ... smoking and digestion;smoking and heartburn;smoking and peptic ulcers;smoking and liver disease;177

*Oral Cancer Prevention ... The risk for oral cancer is even higher in people who use both tobacco and alcohol.  Other risk ... may lead to an increased risk for cancer over time. All denture wearers should remove and clean their ... oral cancer prevention;Oral cancer;preventing oral cancer;17740-1

*Cancer Tx Emotional Support ... to help people cope with the emotional impact of cancer. Or they may connect you with an oncology ... Cancer is a life-altering experience. Emotional support plays a big role in coping with the ... cancer treatment;emotional support;support group;16173

*Cancer Tx Control Nausea Vomiting ... some helpful tips. Cancer Care: Controlling Nausea and Vomiting Nausea and vomiting are common ... cancer treatments will cause nausea and vomiting. Ask about preventing these problems. Ask about the best ... Oncology;How to Control Nausea and Vomiting;on1018a;82312;chemo;chemotherapy

prostate cancer? The prostate gland is found only in men. It sits below the bladder and wraps around the ... is used to freeze the cancer cells and cut off their blood supply. Tiny needles are placed right into ... prostate cancer;p09351;Cryotherapy