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*Oncology Nurse Navigators ... trained in oncology. This means they know all about cancer and its treatments. They use this ... treatments and hospital visits. The ONN will guide you on your path through cancer care ... nurse navigator;oncology;16226

*ALL Ch ... . ALL is a common type of blood cancer in children. It's often cured with treatment. Your child’s ... learn more about ALL and how it's treated. What is ALL? ALL is a fast-growing cancer that affects ... 40353;40353;when your child has acute lymphoblastic leukemia;acute lymphoblastic anemia, child;ALL ... , child;ALL risk factors, child;ALL symptoms, child;ALL diagnosis, child;ALL treatment, child;ALL long-term concerns, child;ALL coping, child

in 1899. It involved a case of skin cancer. Radiation oncology became a medical specialty in 1922 ... radiology is also called radiation oncology or radiation therapy. It's the treatment of cancer and ... therapeutic radiology;radiation oncology;external beam therapy;brachytherapy;p09513

*Oncology Team Pediatric ... advanced training to care for children with cancer. They may help the doctor manage your child’s symptoms ... diseases. Pediatric oncologist. This doctor manages your child's cancer care. They get advanced ... 40339;cancer in children, your child's health care team;child cancer, health care team;pediatric cancer, health care team

*Vulvar Cancer Chemo ... Chemotherapy for Vulvar Cancer ... more cancer cells.  Not all of the cancer cells are all dividing at the same time, and chemo targets ... chemotherapy? Chemotherapy (chemo) uses anticancer medicines to kill cancer cells. These medicines attack ... oncology;cancer;tumors;vulva;vulvar;chemotherapy;drugs;medications;medicines;cisplatin;Platinol

. Your oncologist may also act as the lead healthcare provider for all your cancer care. Oncology ... , form your cancer care team. Cancer Treatment Team Your cancer treatment team may include many ... cancer;cancer treatment;oncology;surgeon;oncologist;oncology nurse;treatment team;radiologist;p07151

Detailed information on cancer in children Topic Index - Oncology Oncology Home About ... Cancer Cancer Overview Causes of Cancer Diagnosing Cancer Treatment for Cancer ... Cancer, Chemotherapy, Bone Marrow Transplant, Leukemia, Wilms Tumor, Hodgkin Lymphoma, Non-Hodgkin

*Cancer Preventing Infections ... less well if you have trouble eating because of cancer. Follow all instructions from your ... infections, follow these tips. Cancer: Preventing Infections Cancer and cancer treatments can ... Oncology preventing infections;cancer;82307;chemo

called chemotherapy. It's also called chemo. Chemo is a common cancer treatment. There are many types of ... care of yourself after chemo. Talk with your healthcare provider about side effects, safety measures ... discharge;instructions;for;chemotherapy;oncology;cancer;tumor;homecare;86308;chemo

*Vaginal Cancer Chemo ... Vaginal Cancer Treatment: Chemotherapy ... Cancer: Chemotherapy What is chemotherapy? Chemotherapy (chemo) uses strong medicines to kill ... effects.  You may see a gynecologic oncologist to get chemo for vaginal cancer. This is a ... oncology;cancer;tumors;Vaginal;vagina;chemotherapy;drugs;medications;medicines;cisplatin;Platinol

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

*Cancer Managing Fatigue ... Cancer Managing Fatigue ... need medical treatment for anemia. Red blood cells carry oxygen to all the cells in your body, and low ... some tips to help you feel better. Cancer: Managing Fatigue Cancer-related fatigue is extreme ... Oncology managing fatigue;radiation;chemotherapy;82304;chemo;fatigue from cancer

*Stomach Cancer Tx Options ... Understanding Treatment Options for Stomach Cancer ... recurrence. Chemo is often used for early-stage stomach cancer, which has not spread. It may be the main ... treatment if the cancer has spread beyond the stomach to other parts of the body. Chemo can be used ... oncology;cancer;tumors;stomach;chemotherapy;surgery;radiation;radiotherapy;17795-1

*Cancer Constipation Tips ... help. Cancer Care: Controlling Constipation Constipation is a common side effect of cancer ... , and vegetables all can help prevent constipation. They increase stool bulk, making it easier to pass ... Oncology controlling;constipation;on1010a;82302;chemo;chemotherapy;radiation

*Cancer Diarrhea Tips ... . Cancer Care: Controlling Diarrhea A common side effect of cancer and cancer treatment is ... A common side effect of cancer and cancer treatment is diarrhea. This is when you have loose ... Oncology controlling diarrhea;radiation;chemotherapy;on1011a;82303;chemo

healthcare provider uses radiation to treat cancer. Medical oncologist. This healthcare ... care to ease symptoms only. These treatments are not used to treat the cancer itself. Some people ... Glioblastoma multiforme;GBM;brain tumor;brain cancer;oncology;neurosurgery;neury-oncology;astrocytoma;atrocytes;90383

*Cancer Hair Loss Coping ... American Cancer Society may be able to help and show you how to care for the wig. Also, if your ... Hair loss is a common side effect of chemotherapy and radiation therapy. Not all types of ... Oncology coping with hair loss;cancer;82305;chemotherapy;chemo;alopecia

*Liver Cancer New Dx ... When You are Newly Diagnosed with Liver Cancer ... surgeon).  This is a doctor who uses surgery to treat cancer. Medical oncologist.  This is a ... Being told you have liver cancer can be scary, and you may have many questions. But you have ... cancer;liver cancer;treatment for liver cancer;BLivO1

*Cancer Find PCP After Tx Teen ... important to have your survivorship care plan plus all your medical records from your cancer treatment ... keep you feeling your best. The care plan tells your new providers all about what your cancer team did ... life after cancer;primary care provider;healthcare provider communication;16235

Detailed information on cancer in children Topic Index About Cancer Chemotherapy Bone ... Hepatoblastoma Germ Cell Tumors Click on the links above to learn more about pediatric oncology. ... Cancer, Chemotherapy, Bone Marrow Transplant, Leukemia, Wilms Tumor, Hodgkin Lymphoma, Non-Hodgkin