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11 causes of swollen ankles

Jan 30, 2019

Swollen ankles, or edema, are a common symptom of a variety of conditions. Learn more about the causes of swollen ankles, including lymphedema, pregnancy, cellulitis, and blood clots, here. We also cover how best to treat them. Read More

What to know about multifocal breast cancer

Jan 29, 2019

Multifocal breast cancer is where a person has more than one tumor in one area of their breast. In this article, we look at the causes, diagnosis, staging, treatment, and prognosis for multifocal breast cancer.  Read More

Breast cancer: How fast does it spread?

Jan 29, 2019

In the early stages of breast cancer, it may not spread at all. It is difficult to know how fast invasive breast cancer can spread in 1 year, as it depends on the cancer’s stage, grade, and other factors. In this article, we discuss the growth and progression of breast cancer. Read More

How long can you detect marijuana in the body?

Jan 29, 2019

The body processes marijuana at varying rates, which may change depending on dose, hydration, body fat percentage, and, sometimes, the sensitivity of the test. Learn more here. Read More

Can the tongue microbiome help diagnose pancreatic cancer?

Jan 29, 2019

New research investigates how changes in the bacterial population on a person's tongue could help identify the presence of pancreatic cancer. Read More

Diagnosis and treatment of duodenal cancer

Jan 28, 2019

Duodenal cancer develops in the first section of the small intestine: the duodenum. This type of cancer is rare, and symptoms can be vague, which can make it difficult to diagnose. However, early diagnosis and treatment can significantly improve a person’s outlook. Learn more here. Read More

What happens when breast cancer metastasizes in the lungs?

Jan 28, 2019

Metastatic, or stage 4, breast cancer in the lungs is when breast cancer cells are growing in the lungs. In this article, we look at what happens when breast cancer metastasizes in the lungs, including the symptoms, causes, treatments, and prognosis. Read More

Chinese fir tree compound may help to combat cancer

Jan 27, 2019

New research finds that a chemical analog of a compound found in the endangered Chinese fir tree 'Abies beshanzuensis' can help fight off cancer.  Read More

Modified herpes virus effective against late-stage melanoma

Jan 26, 2019

New research finds that therapy with a genetically modified herpes virus is highly effective in the treatment of stage 3 melanoma, with few side effects. Read More

Modified herpes virus effective against late-stage melanoma

Jan 26, 2019

New research finds that therapy with a genetically modified herpes virus is highly effective in the treatment of stage 3 melanoma, with few side effects. Read More

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