Cancer

A group of conditions that cause cysts and tumors to grow in or around the jaw is called jaw cysts and tumors. While most of them are benign (noncancerous), in rare cases, people may develop jaw cancer. Usually, these growths behave differently because they depend on the type. Some of them grow slowly, while others […]

A type of cancer that begins to develop in the tissue that is involved in tooth formation (orthodontic tissue) is called jaw cancer. Most of them are carcinomas, and the most common type is oral (mouth) cancer. Typically, the prognosis of jaw cancer depends on how soon you get treatment. In other words, jaw cancer […]

A group of rare cancers that begin to develop in fat cells in the legs or arms is called liposarcoma. While most of them are removed surgically, some of them may recur. That’s why doctors may prescribe additional treatment and long-term follow-up. It also helps detect new tumors in the early stages before they spread. […]

A condition in which fatty tissue grows into a lump under the skin is called a lipoma. Usually, these lumps move easily when you touch them and may feel rubbery (not hard). Most of the time, lipomas do not cause any health problems and do not need treatment. However, if one of them is bothering […]

A type of oral cancer in which the tumor begins to develop in the squamous cells that line the oral cavity and certain facial structures (including the lips, tongue, cheeks, and throat) is called lip cancer. Furthermore, this type of cancer has a high survival rate because doctors often diagnose it in the early stages. […]

A type of cancer that can develop in any cell in the child’s lymphatic system is called lymphoma. Healthcare professionals have divided this condition into 2 categories. For example, Hodgkin lymphoma and non-Hodgkin lymphoma. While both types share similar symptoms (such as swollen lymph nodes), they have different causes. Early detection and prompt treatment can […]

A rare type of soft tissue sarcoma that causes cancerous spots on the skin and in the tissue that lines the gastrointestinal (GI) tract is called Kaposi sarcoma. While it happens rarely, people with human herpesvirus 8 (HHV-8) and weakened immune systems are more likely to develop it. Generally, this type of cancer is treatable, […]

A rare type of soft tissue sarcoma, which is a rare and aggressive form of cancer that begins to develop in the smooth muscles of the hollow organs (including the bladder, stomach, uterus, intestines, or blood vessels), is called leiomyosarcoma (LMS). Doctors often prescribe radiation therapy, chemotherapy, and targeted therapy to treat this type of […]

A rare type of chronic (long-term) leukemia that negatively affects blood cells called lymphocytes is called large granular lymphocytic leukemia (LGL). In general, there are 3 types of large granular lymphocytic leukemia. While two of them grow slowly and are very similar to certain chronic disorders, the third type is aggressive. It means it grows […]

Certain rare blood cancers that appear when the body produces too many red blood cells, white blood cells, or platelets are called myeloproliferative neoplasms (MPNs), also known as myeloproliferative disorders. These blood cells are produced by a spongy tissue inside the bones called bone marrow. In people with MPNs, something affects the production of blood […]