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Metaplastic Breast Cancer

#Metastatic Breast Cancer

Your Essential Guide to Metaplastic Breast Cancer: Symptoms, Treatment, and What’s Next

Metaplastic breast cancer (MpBC) is a rare and aggressive type of breast cancer that differs from the more common types, like invasive ductal carcinoma. Metaplastic breast cancer tends to grow and spread quickly. Similar to other breast cancers, including a lump, changes in breast shape or skin texture, and sometimes pain.
December 9, 2024
Tubular Adenoma of the Colon

#Solid Tumor

Tubular Adenoma of the Colon: Causes, Symptoms and Treatment Options

Tubular adenomas are often referred to as precancerous polyps in the colon, as they can be an early warning sign of colorectal cancer. Detecting and managing tubular adenomas is a vital step in preventing colorectal cancer, particularly given their potential to become cancerous if left untreated.
November 22, 2024
Monoclonal Gammopathy of Undetermined Significance (MGUS)

#Multiple Myeloma

Monoclonal Gammopathy of Undetermined Significance (MGUS) Overview

MGUS, or Monoclonal Gammopathy of Undetermined Significance, is not a form of cancer, it does involve the presence of abnormal proteins, known as monoclonal proteins or M proteins, in the blood.
November 18, 2024
Phyllodes Tumor of the Breast

#Breast Cancer

Phyllodes Tumor of the Breast: Symptoms & Treatment Guide

Phyllodes tumors are rare fibroepithelial neoplasms, accounting for only 0.3% to 1% of all breast tumors. The World Health Organization classifies phyllodes tumors into three types: benign, borderline, and malignant.
November 15, 2024
Chronic Myeloproliferative Disorder

#Chronic Myelogenous Leukemia

Chronic Myeloproliferative Disease: Understanding the Types, Symptoms, and Treatment

Chronic Myeloproliferative Disease (CMPD) is an umbrella term for multiple disorders of the blood and bone marrow. They are categorized according to the type of blood cells affected or overproduced.
November 8, 2024
Hodgkin VS Non-Hodgkin Lymphoma

#Follicular Lymphoma

Hodgkin VS Non-Hodgkin Lymphoma: Key Differences and Insights

Understanding the Hodgkin VS non-Hodgkin lymphoma debate is crucial for patients and their families. The key differences between these two types of lymphoma highlight the importance of accurate diagnosis and tailored treatment plans
October 23, 2024
Bone Metastasis

#Metastatic Breast Cancer

Bone Metastasis: Causes, Symptoms, and Treatment Options

Bone metastasis, is also known as secondary bone cancer. It occurs when cancer cells break away from the primary tumor and spread to the bones. Firstly, this condition differs from primary bone cancer, which originates in the bones themselves
October 21, 2024
Philadelphia Chromosome

#Chronic Myelogenous Leukemia

Understanding the Philadelphia Chromosome: Exploring Its Role in Leukemia

The Philadelphia Chromosome is one of the most well-known genetic abnormalities in cancer research. This mutation has led to an efficient understanding of chronic myelogenous leukemia (CML) and some forms of acute lymphoblastic leukemia (ALL).
October 16, 2024
Smoldering Multiple Myeloma

#Multiple Myeloma

Understanding Smoldering Multiple Myeloma: Early Signs and Treatment Options

Smoldering Multiple Myeloma is an asymptomatic stage of multiple myeloma. You can think of it as the pre-stage of multiple myeloma where the patient cannot experience any symptoms
October 11, 2024
Understanding Neuroendocrine Cancer

#Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer

Neuroendocrine Cancer: Symptoms, Causes, Diagnosis and Treatment

Understanding neuroendocrine cancer symptoms, causes, diagnosis, and treatment options is essential for improving prognosis and outcomes for patients
September 23, 2024
Need To Know About Idiopathic Myelofibrosis

#Myelofibrosis

Everything You Need To Know About Idiopathic Myelofibrosis

Idiopathic Myelofibrosis is a complex chronic bone marrow disorder affecting blood production. An uncommon kind of blood cancer called idiopathic myelofibrosis causes fibrous scar tissue to replace the delicate, spongy bone marrow inside of your bones
September 19, 2024
Understanding Large Cell Lung Carcinoma

#Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer

Understanding Large Cell Lung Carcinoma (LCLC): Diagnosis, Stages, and Causes

Understanding large cell lung carcinoma (LCLC) is vital for effective management and treatment. These trials help researchers evaluate new drugs and treatment combinations, leading to breakthroughs in cancer care.
September 16, 2024
What Is Follicular Lymphoma

#Follicular Lymphoma

What Is Follicular Lymphoma? Symptoms, Causes, and More

Follicular lymphoma is a cancer that begins in the lymphatic system, specifically in the lymph nodes. It involves the proliferation of abnormal B-cells, a type of white blood cell. As...
September 10, 2024
Exploring Primary Mediastinal B-Cell Lymphoma

#Diffuse Large B Cell Lymphoma

Exploring Primary Mediastinal B-Cell Lymphoma: Key Facts and Insights

Primary mediastinal large B-cell lymphoma (PMBCL) — also known as primary thymic mediastinal lymphoma. It is a type of cancer originating from B lymphocytes, which are crucial cells in the...
August 19, 2024
Secondary Breast Cancer: Causes & Symptoms

#Metastatic Breast Cancer

Secondary Breast Cancer: Causes, Symptoms, and Treatment Options

Breast cancer is a big concern for many people around the world. While early-stage breast cancer can often be treated successfully, things get more complicated with secondary breast cancer. That’s...
August 13, 2024
What is Oncology Research

#Oncology

What is Oncology Research? An Introduction to the Study of Cancer

Recently, medical research has been of great service to the healthcare sector. It has drastically improved the modes of disease management, diagnosis, prevention, and treatment. According to a recent report,...
August 9, 2024
Importance Of Diversity in Clinical Trialss

#Oncology

Importance of Diversity in Clinical Trials – A Comprehensive Guide

In the landscape of medicinal developments and innovation within the field, clinical trials serve as the cornerstone for developing new treatments or drugs. However, the safety and effectiveness vary across...
August 5, 2024
Decentralized Clinical Trials

#Oncology

Everything You Need to Know About Decentralized Clinical Trials 

Decentralized clinical trials represent a significant innovation in the medical research world. Traditional clinical trials often require multiple site visits, posing logistical challenges and limiting participation to nearby volunteers able...
July 5, 2024
Importance of Clinical Trials

#Oncology

Importance of Clinical Trials- Why are Clinical Trials So Important? 

Introduction Have you ever wondered what happens when a new drug lands on the market? How do scientists know that it is effective and safe for public use? What if...
July 5, 2024
Benefits of Clinical Research

#Oncology

Exploring the Benefits of Clinical Research, Its Types, and Scope in Cancer Care

Clinical research is a type of medical research that involves studying people to learn more about health and disease. Through these studies, doctors and scientists can improve how they treat...
July 5, 2024

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