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Chemo-Related Hearing Loss Is Common in Survivors of Testicular Cancer, Other Cancer Types

March 6th 2023

By Darlene Dobkowski, MA

With 74% of testicular cancer survivors reporting hearing loss in a recent study, one expert advised patients to advocate for themselves and their hearing before, during and after cancer treatment with cisplatin-based chemotherapy.

The Invisible Side Effect of Visible Cancer Survivorship

March 6th 2023

By Miranda Lankas

How do survivors of head and neck cancer cope with drastic changes to one of the most visibly identifiable body parts — the head?

Autoinjector Version of Udenyca FDA Approved to Reduce Infection Risk After Myelosuppressive Chemo

March 6th 2023

By Darlene Dobkowski, MA

This updated administration of Udenyca allows patients to receive this treatment in the office or at home.

Managing Chemotherapy-Induced Hair Loss

March 2nd 2023

By Julie Scott, D.N.P., ANP-B C

Many survivors see significant hair changes during cancer treatment, leaving a difficult reminder when they look in the mirror.

Latino Children With Cancer May Be at an Increased Risk for Neurotoxicity

March 2nd 2023

By Colleen Moretti

Latino patients with acute lymphoblastic leukemia and a high level of serum creatine may have an almost six-fold increased risk of neurotoxicity.

Cancer-Related Hair Loss the Second Time Around

March 1st 2023

By Elizabeth McSpadden

I didn’t think that I’d lose my hair again after starting my latest breast cancer treatment, but I did — and with that hair loss came both new and familiar feelings.

MRI May Predict Heart Complications After Cancer Treatment

February 28th 2023

By Colleen Moretti

Patients who experience cardiovascular side effects, such as shortness of breath or chest pain, after cancer treatment should speak with their health care provider about further heart testing.

Blood Cancer Survivor Discusses Clinical Trial Participation, Unexpected Side Effects

February 23rd 2023

By Brielle Benyon

Karen Estrada was shocked when she was diagnosed with leukemia and ended up on a lifesaving clinical trial, although her journey was not entirely smooth.

A Better Treatment May Exist for Immunotherapy-Related Heart Problems

February 23rd 2023

By Brielle Benyon

Standard corticosteroid use may not be the best treatment for patients with cancer who experience immunotherapy-related heart issues, research showed.

Ointment Being Studied for Hand-Foot Skin Reaction Related to Kidney Cancer Treatment

February 21st 2023

By Brielle Benyon

A clinical trial is currently enrolling patients who are experiencing hand-foot skin reaction as a result of kidney cancer treatment.