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January 28, 2012 By Leave a Comment

Health Watch: Battling Breast Cancer
Shirleen Wilson, 45, has a collection of head scarves she never wanted. She says her battle with breast cancer uncovered an unlikely enemy, the Philadelphia Veterans Affairs Medical Center.
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What are the chances of getting pancreatic cancer if my great grandpa had it?

February 25, 2011 By 3 Comments

Question by veljko b: What are the chances of getting pancreatic cancer if my great grandpa had it?
All in the title. It kind of worries me but i’m just not sure how it would be passed through the family. He was the first in the family to ever get it. My dads side didn’t have any cases of cancer but it was my moms moms dad (Great grandpa).

Thanks a bunch,
Veljko

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Answer by Tarkarri
Was he a smoker? it is 2 – 3 times more common in smokers than non-smokers.

Diabetes also increases the risk.

There is a higher risk of developing this if it runs in your family (tends to be grouped with ovarian and coloc cancer risk) but a single case does not make this a family risk.

Age is a big risk factor so if he was over 65 when diagnosed it is less likely to be a genetic tendency.

If his was the inherited form, your grandmother has a 1 in 2 chance of inheriting the tendency, your mother a 1 in 4 chance and you have a 1 in 8 chance!

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What happens to a soldier diagnosed with cancer and is deployed in combat?

February 25, 2011 By 5 Comments

Question by CPl. Rodriguez: What happens to a soldier diagnosed with cancer and is deployed in combat?
I just would like to know what would happen if a soldier serving in a combat zone is diagnosed with any type of cancer. Would he be sent home or what? Serious answers only please.

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Answer by Gina
most likely will be sent home to receive proper treatment like chemo and such. good luck.

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What may be the cure for cancer finally found?

February 25, 2011 By 1 Comment

Question by limouggy: What may be the cure for cancer finally found?
Doctors have just discovered a cure for metastatic melanoma. A type of skin cancer. Basically, the doctors genetically re-engineered the AID cell to kill cancer cells. The HIV/AID cell does NOT infect the subject, but only seeks out cancer cells.

My dad died from metastatic melanoma, so I thought I’d do some research.

Now, this is still under testing.. So my question to you is, do you think this will work?

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Answer by rssllmam
Honestly I think they already have a cure but there is more money in treating the disease than “curing” it. Do you realize that no disease can live in an oxygen rich environment? Even when patients have stage 4 ( terminal ) they still treat cancer. Why? Money that’s why!!

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What are the medications and procedure after cancer operation?

February 25, 2011 By 4 Comments

Question by OLLiE: What are the medications and procedure after cancer operation?
After breast cancer operation, what medications do you have to attend to? How frequent in a year should you do it? What are the medicines you need to take?

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Answer by Joe D
That depends on the person, the surgery, the type of disease you have, and your doctor- this is really a question for your doctor- call them today and ask them.

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What tips can you give to survive cancer?

February 24, 2011 By 12 Comments

Question by osunumberonefan: What tips can you give to survive cancer?
If you are a cancer surviver, please list how you survived it. What tips would you give to other people who are fighting the condition? What advise would you give to others who are struggling to come to terms with their condition or just need someone to talk to?

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Answer by dizynman
Really its genetics and the overall state of health you were in to begin with. I have heard that diet plays a HUGE role in stimulating the immune system to fight. It also depends the stage it was caught and the treatment too. Look at Lance Armstrong. I truly believe his state of health, diet along with meds saved him.

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What are the chances of surviving with cancer and pneumonia?

February 24, 2011 By 1 Comment

Question by Reddy: What are the chances of surviving with cancer and pneumonia?
My girlfriend was diagnoised with pneumonia about 4 months ago and it as only got worse. She was recently diagnosed with cancer. She is only 18 but she does not eat. Please would anyone guide me to the answers I need?

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what are the chances of getting breast cancer as a 15 yr old?

February 24, 2011 By 3 Comments

Question by precious_angel100: what are the chances of getting breast cancer as a 15 yr old?
Recently i have noticed a lump in my breast like on the left side of my nipple. It has never been there before and i am fraking out that i have breast cancer. Please help me.

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Answer by Samantha S
thats normal
when your young like 15, you may notice your breasts are lumpy, its just because they are growing
if i was you i wouldnt be too worried but maybe if you go to the doctor they can tell you for sure
but i doubt you have breast cancer
dont worry, its just puberty and hormones that make breasts kind of lumpy

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What are the different types of oral cancer?

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Question by Raha: What are the different types of oral cancer?
I’m doing a project in my dental rotation class, and I’ve decided to report on oral cancer. I want to narrow this broad topic down to some smaller aspects, which is why I need the different types. If you can help me, it will be greatly appreciated! Thanks!

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Answer by Brian
check out the site that helps most people that have the disease, to get a feel for what you need to know. www.oralcancerfoundation.org

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Is extreme fatigue a symptom of cancer, or just what happens during cancer treatment?

February 24, 2011 By 4 Comments

Question by Sarah: Is extreme fatigue a symptom of cancer, or just what happens during cancer treatment?
If you have cancer of any kind, would extreme fatigue be a symptom of that? Or are you just severely fatigued once you begin treatment? I know chemo and radiation takes a major toll on the body and that of course causes fatigue, but could you feel that way before you even find out you have cancer?? Thanks in advance.

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Answer by Ginny Jin
Often you become rundown first by a simple cold or flu, stress, old age – then cancer takes it’s opportunity to strike.
Happened to relatives.

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