Medical News on Cancer
Cancer: Alternative therapies are popular but risky
Oct 10, 2018
Two new studies show that the use of complementary and alternative medicines is widespread among people who have been diagnosed with cancer. Read More
Existing drug shows promise for treating aggressive breast cancer
Oct 09, 2018
An antipsychotic drug that is used to treat Tourette's syndrome shows promising results against triple-negative breast cancer in a study of cells and mice. Read More
What to know about age spots (liver spots)
Oct 09, 2018
Age spots, or liver spots, are common and harmless. They do not require treatment, but people can get rid of them with creams and cosmetic procedures. Age spots can resemble certain forms of skin cancer, and anyone concerned about an age spot should speak with a doctor. Read More
Invasive lobular breast cancer: Prognosis and statistics
Oct 09, 2018
Invasive lobular breast cancer affects the lobules, which contain glands that produce breast milk. This type of cancer can spread to other parts of the breast and may affect other areas of the body. In this article, learn more about treatments, remission, and outlook. Read More
Existing drug may treat triple-negative breast cancer
Oct 09, 2018
Researchers have discovered that the drug estradiol may work as a new treatment for a type of triple-negative breast cancer, which is highly aggressive. Read More
Antibiotic may prevent breast cancer recurrence
Oct 08, 2018
Metastasis and recurrence are huge challenges for breast cancer researchers. One group believes that an existing antibiotic might provide help. Read More
Existing antibiotic could help treat melanoma
Oct 08, 2018
Drug resistance is a significant problem when treating melanoma. A new study concludes that an old antibiotic might offer new hope. Read More
What are the side effects of radiation for breast cancer?
Oct 05, 2018
Radiation can be an effective treatment for breast cancer, but it does have side effects. Doctors may recommend this therapy in combination with others, such as surgery and chemotherapy. Learn more about how radiation for breast cancer affects the body and what short- and long-term side effects to expect. Read More
Nasal delivery of grape compound shows promising results in lung cancer
Oct 05, 2018
Administering the natural red wine anticancer compound resveratrol through the nose could protect against lung cancer, a new mouse study finds. Read More
Why are my feet swollen?
Oct 05, 2018
There are many explanations for why a person may have swollen feet. Some causes, such as a twisted or sprained ankle, are obvious. Others might be less apparent but need urgent medical attention. These include a blood clot in the leg, heart failure, and preeclampsia. Find out when to see a doctor for swollen feet here. Read More
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