Cancer

A type of skin cancer that occurs due to overproduction of squamous cells in the epidermis (the top layer of the skin) is called squamous cell carcinoma (SCC). People who are continuously exposed to the sun’s UV rays are at increased risk of developing this type of cancer. Usually, doctors recommend surgery to remove the […]

Tumors that begin to develop in and along the spinal column, including vertebrae, spinal cord, and nearby tissues, are called spinal tumors. In most cases, these tumors are malignant (cancerous) and may spread throughout the body. In other words, a spinal tumor is an abnormal growth (mass) of cells that occurs in the spinal cord […]

A rare type of cancer that begins to develop in the gastrointestinal tract is called small intestine cancer. These include carcinoid tumors, adenocarcinomas, sarcomas, and lymphomas. This type of cancer often requires multiple procedures and tests. Usually, the prognosis is different among people with this type of cancer because it depends on multiple factors. These […]

One of the most common types of kidney cancer is called renal cell carcinoma (RCC). Usually, this type of cancer causes pain on both sides of the body, bloody urine, and a mass (tumor) in the abdominal area. However, most people with RCC do not experience any symptoms until doctors identify the tumor during an […]

An adverse reaction that almost all people who have radiation therapy experience is called radiation burn (also known as radiation dermatitis). It often causes itchy skin, discoloration, and swelling. Thus, it is recommended to take extra precautions to care for your skin during and after this procedure to protect the skin and aid healing. Generally, […]

A type of cancer that begins to develop in the tissue of the parathyroid glands is called parathyroid cancer. These glands are a part of the endocrine system, and they are located behind the thyroid gland in the neck. This part of the endocrine system is very important because it produces hormones that control the […]

A rare type of lung cancer that begins to develop in the top part of the lung is called a Pancoast tumor. The most common symptoms are shoulder pain and arm weakness. However, this type of cancer cannot be cured. That’s why the treatment focuses on relieving the symptoms and improving the quality of life. […]

A rare genetic disorder that significantly increases the risk of developing benign (noncancerous) and malignant (cancerous) tumors to grow throughout the body is called Von Hippel-Lindau disease (VHL). Physicians may also refer to this condition as Von Hippel-Lindau syndrome. It often occurs due to a mutation (change) of certain genes. The most common treatment recommended […]

A rare type of non-Hodgkin lymphoma that begins in the T lymphocytes (a type of white blood cell) is called T-cell lymphoma. In general, there are multiple forms of this type of cancer. Physicians usually prescribe different treatments for people with T-cell lymphomas because it depends on several factors. For example, the type and severity […]

A rare type of cancer that grows fast and affects the lungs is called small-cell lung cancer. While it can affect anyone, it mostly occurs in people with a long history of smoking tobacco. However, sometimes, this type of cancer can be cured, especially when it is found early. The only sure way to prevent […]