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Nighttime Compression Demonstrates ‘Amazing Results’ for Patients With Breast Cancer-Related Lymphedema

November 1st 2021

By Colleen Moretti

Lymphedema can cause swelling, discomfort and body image issues for patients with breast cancer, but nighttime compression may help reduce the effects of the complication.

The Power of the Immune System: New Treatment for Painful Blood Cancer Side Effect

October 21st 2021

By Antonia DePace

A new T-cell therapy can be highly effective in treating BKV-associated hemorrhagic cystitis while minimizing side effects.

Dentist Offers 5 Oral Health Tips for Patients With Cancer

October 12th 2021

By Brielle Benyon

After being diagnosed with cancer, patients should see their dentist as soon as possible, explained Dr. Susan Calderbank.

Effects of Early Menopause From Cancer Treatment May Be Eased With Hormone Replacement Therapy

October 6th 2021

By Antonia DePace

Side effects from early-onset menopause from medical treatments may be mitigated with hormone replacement therapy.

Find a Competent Care Team to Discuss Cannabis in Cancer Care

September 28th 2021

By Brielle Benyon

Cannabis is becoming more widely used than ever in patients with cancer, though it is important to find reliable information, says an expert from the American Cannabis Nurses Association.

It’s Not Laziness, It’s Chemo Fatigue

September 27th 2021

By Michelle Velez

Chemotherapy-related fatigue is a real and often debilitating side effect from cancer treatment.

Younger Children May Have Increased Risk for Hearing Loss From Chemotherapy

September 23rd 2021

By Antonia DePace

Children younger than five years old may have an increased risk for hearing loss from cisplatin-based therapies compared with older children, highlighting the potential need for more consistent monitoring for hearing loss in children with cancer.

6 Tips for Pushing Through the Pain During Cancer Treatment

September 23rd 2021

By Steve Rubin

A cancer survivor shares six helpful tips for getting through the difficulties of cancer treatment.

When the ‘Maximum Tolerable Dose’ of Cancer Treatment Isn’t Tolerable

September 1st 2021

By Martha Carlson

A woman with breast cancer writes about how patient advocates are pushing for better research into optimal treatment in metastatic breast cancer.

Drug Combo May Prevent Chemo-Induced Nausea and Vomiting in Some Patients

August 31st 2021

By Antonia DePace

Aprepitant, palonosetron and dexamethasone curbed chemotherapy-induced nausea and vomiting in certain women with gastrointestinal cancers who were receiving FOLFIRI or FOLFOX regimens.