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about the cancer and about your treatment options can help you feel less afraid. This also helps you ... (oncologic surgeon).  This provider uses surgery to treat cancer. Medical oncologist.  This ... malignant mesothelioma;medical oncologist and malignant mesothelioma;treatment for malignant

, radiation, and chemotherapy. GBM is a fast-growing cancer that tends to spread. It often comes ... cancer and cancer treatment. Your treatment team Your treatment team will work together to help ... Glioblastoma multiforme;GBM;brain tumor;brain cancer;oncology;neurosurgery;neury-oncology;astrocytoma;atrocytes;90383

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Well Man ... You and your health care provider may decide that a different schedule is best for you, but this ... this age group According to the American Cancer Society: Several tests are available and used ... screening tests;preventive medicine;immunizations;men's health

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*Cancer of Testicles Tx Dc ... You have been diagnosed with testicular cancer, the abnormal and uncontrolled growth of cells ... to care for yourself after surgery, radiation, and chemotherapy. Discharge Instructions After ... discharge instructions for testicular cancer;testicles;oncology;urology;86295;treatment for testicular cancer

Preventive Breast Care ... provider about your breast cancer risk to decide on the best preventive care plan for you. The ... directed by your healthcare provider. Breast Health: Preventive Care Breast self-awareness ... breast health;breast cancer prevention;breast self examination;breast self exam;clinical breast exam;mammography;mammogram;p00169

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*Kidney Cancer Tx Dc ... chemotherapy, immunotherapy, or targeted therapy, you’ll need to prevent and ease mouth sores, eat well ... When you're being treated for kidney cancer, you'll need to take good care of yourself at ... discharge instructions for kidney cancer;renal cancer;nephrology;oncology;86290;renal surgery;kidney transplant;renal transplant;kidney surgery

*Chemo Mouth Care ... medicines affect normal cells as well as cancer cells. The best way to help mouth sores is to ... which products or medicines are best to use. Prevent mouth sores Use a flashlight and mirror ... Oncology;Mouth Care During Chemotherapy;mouth care;oral care;chemotherapy;82310;chemo;stomatitis

, and other details based on the chemo medicines you're getting. Mouth care Many people get mouth ... all food. This kills bacteria and helps you prevent illness. Eat foods that are soft. They're ... discharge;instructions;for;chemotherapy;oncology;cancer;tumor;homecare;86308;chemo

. This is a nurse who specializes in the care and treatment of people with cancer. You may have ... . Being told you have cancer can be scary, and you may have many questions. People on your healthcare ... Non-Hodgkin Lymphoma;Non-Hodgkin Lymphoma treatment;hematologist;lymphoma;cancer;16085-1

*Lung Cancer Tx Dc ... a healthy, well-balanced diet. Try to prevent constipation:  Eat fruits, vegetables, and ... what to do at home after radiation for lung cancer. Skin care Do's and don'ts include:  Don’t rub ... discharge instructions for lung cancer;lung;pulmonology;oncology;86292;lung cancer treatment

*Prevention Women 40 To 49 ... Prevention Guide Women 40 to 49 ... years Colorectal cancer Women age 45 years and older at average risk Talk with your ... How often BRCA gene mutation testing for breast and ovarian cancer susceptibility Women ... women's health;health screenings;screening tests;preventive exam;preventive medicine;well-woman;well woman;health counseling;90174

the cancer and your treatment options can help you feel less afraid. This also helps you work with ... other kinds of healthcare providers from other specialties, as well as physician assistants (PAs) and ... sarcoma;soft tissue sarcoma;specialized oncologists and soft tissue sarcomas;17126-1;BSarD3

you need a referral to counseling. Cancer resources To learn more about cancer and to find ... Use these resources to help you learn about radiation therapy. Radiation Therapy: Support and ... Radiation;radiation therapy resources help;cancer treatment;82294

Getting Ready for Your Annual Wellness Visit ... the best ways to take care of your health. Your Annual Wellness Visit Your annual wellness ... your health promotion and disease prevention list. Ask your healthcare provider about them ... Medicare;wellness visit;doctor's visit;preventive medicine;immunizations;screening tests;checkup;4572