chemotherapy
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4 Forum posts tagged with "chemotherapy":
Loss. Hair loss
by fragilelives
In Breast Cancer Support Forums > Tips & Tricks
"I'm sitting here with my brush in one hand and my husband's shaving machine in the other. When I started chemo, it was clear for me: as soon as I lose more than a couple of hairs a day, I'm shaving it. Yeah, very brave of me... Now I pass my hand through my hair and I take it away full of what used to be my greatest asset. I've always had good hair - always kept it long, curly and rich.
I sho"
In Breast Cancer Support Forums > Tips & Tricks
"I'm sitting here with my brush in one hand and my husband's shaving machine in the other. When I started chemo, it was clear for me: as soon as I lose more than a couple of hairs a day, I'm shaving it. Yeah, very brave of me... Now I pass my hand through my hair and I take it away full of what used to be my greatest asset. I've always had good hair - always kept it long, curly and rich.
I sho"
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Chemo not working?
by Lynn
In Breast Cancer Support Forums > General & Support
"Hello all again.
My grand-aunt (my grandpa's sister, from my father's side) complained about "a bump" on her breast for a long time, but refused to be taken to a doctor. Finally, when she fainted once in the house, they took her to the hospital and there she stayed for over three months. They diagnosed her with breast cancer (that was 7 months ago), they said it's very advanced and"
In Breast Cancer Support Forums > General & Support
"Hello all again.
My grand-aunt (my grandpa's sister, from my father's side) complained about "a bump" on her breast for a long time, but refused to be taken to a doctor. Finally, when she fainted once in the house, they took her to the hospital and there she stayed for over three months. They diagnosed her with breast cancer (that was 7 months ago), they said it's very advanced and"
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chemotherapy for breast cancer
by pink477
In General Health Forums > Cancer
"My friend has breast cancer. Her doctor insists on chemotherapy.
From what we know, chemotherapy kills active cells and doesn’t allow them to grow, it doesn’t sound very good. Also, the side affects are horrible: nosebleeds, to lack of energy, infections etc’.
Many websites have posts on breast cancer and chemotherapy, most of them say that it is no longer in use, and that doctors switched to us"
In General Health Forums > Cancer
"My friend has breast cancer. Her doctor insists on chemotherapy.
From what we know, chemotherapy kills active cells and doesn’t allow them to grow, it doesn’t sound very good. Also, the side affects are horrible: nosebleeds, to lack of energy, infections etc’.
Many websites have posts on breast cancer and chemotherapy, most of them say that it is no longer in use, and that doctors switched to us"
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glioblastoma & chemo
by Ankica T.
In General Health Forums > Cancer
"Hi!
I7 from Croatia. My uncle has inoperable glioblastoma, grade IV, big 6x7 cm. He recieve radiation treatment, and two circle of chemotherapy. But the doctor`s prescribed him CCNU and VCR instead of Temodar or BCNU. Does it mean that medicine gave up from my uncle`s case and that chemo is only placebo? In that case, what can I do?
Pleas, unswer! And sorry for my grammar.
Ankica."
10 Articles tagged with "chemotherapy"In General Health Forums > Cancer
"Hi!
I7 from Croatia. My uncle has inoperable glioblastoma, grade IV, big 6x7 cm. He recieve radiation treatment, and two circle of chemotherapy. But the doctor`s prescribed him CCNU and VCR instead of Temodar or BCNU. Does it mean that medicine gave up from my uncle`s case and that chemo is only placebo? In that case, what can I do?
Pleas, unswer! And sorry for my grammar.
Ankica."
5-FU / Fluorouracil / 5-Fluorouracil
Written by Alan
In Breast Cancer Support Group
"A drug that kills cancer cells by stopping their growth and preventing their ability to repair damage. It is a kind of chemotherapy."
Written by Alan
In Breast Cancer Support Group
"A drug that kills cancer cells by stopping their growth and preventing their ability to repair damage. It is a kind of chemotherapy."
Zinecard (chemical name: Dexrazoxane)
Written by Alan
In Breast Cancer Support Group
"A drug used to protect the heart from chemotherapy drugs that may affect it."
Written by Alan
In Breast Cancer Support Group
"A drug used to protect the heart from chemotherapy drugs that may affect it."
Xeloda (chemical name: Capecitabine)
Written by Alan
In Breast Cancer Support Group
"A drug that kills cancer by stopping daily cell activity.
This termination of activity stops growth and kills cells. It is a type of chemotherapy."
Written by Alan
In Breast Cancer Support Group
"A drug that kills cancer by stopping daily cell activity.
This termination of activity stops growth and kills cells. It is a type of chemotherapy."
Standard Therapy
Written by Alan
In Breast Cancer Support Group
"The therapy for a certain cancer that is widely accepted and used based on research and medical results.
For breast cancer in general one can say that the standard therapy today includes a combination of radiation therapy, surgery, hormonal therapy or chemotherapy."
Written by Alan
In Breast Cancer Support Group
"The therapy for a certain cancer that is widely accepted and used based on research and medical results.
For breast cancer in general one can say that the standard therapy today includes a combination of radiation therapy, surgery, hormonal therapy or chemotherapy."
Gemcitabine (brand name: Gemzar)
Written by Alan
In Breast Cancer Support Group
"A type of chemotherapy. It is a drug that kills cancer cells, stops their growth and prevents them from repairing themselves. It is pronounced jem-SIT-uh-byn."
Written by Alan
In Breast Cancer Support Group
"A type of chemotherapy. It is a drug that kills cancer cells, stops their growth and prevents them from repairing themselves. It is pronounced jem-SIT-uh-byn."
Chemotherapy
Written by Alan
In Breast Cancer Support Group
"The treatment methods that involves chemical substances that reduce the growth pace of cells. It is targeted to mostly affect the sick cancer cells, but it also affects healthy cells since the treatment is holistic and affects the entire body and not just a located area. Although sick cells are affected the most, the affects on healthy cells cause side effects such as nausea, skin rash and hair loss."
Written by Alan
In Breast Cancer Support Group
"The treatment methods that involves chemical substances that reduce the growth pace of cells. It is targeted to mostly affect the sick cancer cells, but it also affects healthy cells since the treatment is holistic and affects the entire body and not just a located area. Although sick cells are affected the most, the affects on healthy cells cause side effects such as nausea, skin rash and hair loss."
Breast cancer - General overview
Written by alice1971
In Breast Cancer Support Group
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Statistics are not clear today as to what causes the highest mortality rates in women, heart disease or breast cancer. Statistics are however very clear on the amount of women who contracts breast cancer. It is the most common form of cancer in adult females and the rates are unfortunately growing each year. This article is a short and general review of this common disease, its history, causes, symptoms, and treatment. We are not trying to make experts of our readers, but this article can give you a first orientation regarding breast cancer and thus help those who need know what they must research further."
Written by alice1971
In Breast Cancer Support Group
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Statistics are not clear today as to what causes the highest mortality rates in women, heart disease or breast cancer. Statistics are however very clear on the amount of women who contracts breast cancer. It is the most common form of cancer in adult females and the rates are unfortunately growing each year. This article is a short and general review of this common disease, its history, causes, symptoms, and treatment. We are not trying to make experts of our readers, but this article can give you a first orientation regarding breast cancer and thus help those who need know what they must research further."Hits: 1901
The most common treatments of breast cancer
Written by alice1971
In Breast Cancer Support Group
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A hundred years ago the only treatment available for breast cancer was a removal of the affected breast. Treatment today is still mostly revolved around surgery, but procedure is more refined these days. Surgery is usually combined with two other methods, radiation or chemotherapy. There are also many alternative treatments and new research always leads to new developments. This article is a general review of the most common treatment methods for breast cancer. It is a starting point for anyone who wishes to understand how treatment is administered, but for more elaborated and specific information please consult your doctor."
Written by alice1971
In Breast Cancer Support Group
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A hundred years ago the only treatment available for breast cancer was a removal of the affected breast. Treatment today is still mostly revolved around surgery, but procedure is more refined these days. Surgery is usually combined with two other methods, radiation or chemotherapy. There are also many alternative treatments and new research always leads to new developments. This article is a general review of the most common treatment methods for breast cancer. It is a starting point for anyone who wishes to understand how treatment is administered, but for more elaborated and specific information please consult your doctor."Hits: 1318
Chemotherapy - medicinal treatment of cancer
Written by alice1971
In Breast Cancer Support Group
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There is no cure for breast cancer today that can be just taken up as a pill or tablet. Chemotherapy is the closest to medicinal treatment or this disease, as it is administrated by giving drugs to the patient. Chemotherapy works on the concept of stopping chaotic, fast and uncontrolled division of cells which is the typical cancer tumour scenario for growth as healthy cells divide in a predefined order. Chemotherapy today is divided into to five typical regimens or combinations of drugs. This article is a general introduction to chemotherapy, how it works and the five most common treatments available today."
Written by alice1971
In Breast Cancer Support Group
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There is no cure for breast cancer today that can be just taken up as a pill or tablet. Chemotherapy is the closest to medicinal treatment or this disease, as it is administrated by giving drugs to the patient. Chemotherapy works on the concept of stopping chaotic, fast and uncontrolled division of cells which is the typical cancer tumour scenario for growth as healthy cells divide in a predefined order. Chemotherapy today is divided into to five typical regimens or combinations of drugs. This article is a general introduction to chemotherapy, how it works and the five most common treatments available today."Hits: 954
Comparison of common chemotherapy treatments for breast cancer
Written by alice1971
In Breast Cancer Support Group
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Chemotherapy is the use of medicinal substances - or drugs, to treat against cancer by killing tumours. This treatment is systemic, thus it treats the whole body. Differentiations of treatment to sick and healthy areas occur due to the nature of the drugs used. There are many different combinations of drugs used for chemotherapy and the kind used to cure each kind of breast cancer is determined due to the character of the tumour, lymph node status, and the age and health of the patient. Here is a short review of the treatments available and the differences between them. "
Written by alice1971
In Breast Cancer Support Group
"
Chemotherapy is the use of medicinal substances - or drugs, to treat against cancer by killing tumours. This treatment is systemic, thus it treats the whole body. Differentiations of treatment to sick and healthy areas occur due to the nature of the drugs used. There are many different combinations of drugs used for chemotherapy and the kind used to cure each kind of breast cancer is determined due to the character of the tumour, lymph node status, and the age and health of the patient. Here is a short review of the treatments available and the differences between them. "Hits: 1839
16 Doctors tagged with "chemotherapy"
Dr. Dickens, Winburn J, MD
Winder, Georgia, 30680
Specialties: Internal Medicine > Critical Care Medicine.
Radiology > Radiation Oncology.
Radiology > Radiation Oncology.
Dr. Harmon, Claude A, M.D.
Palm Bch Gdns, Florida, 33418
Specialties: Radiology > Radiation Oncology.
Dr. Kahn, Randy, MD
Sun City Center, Florida, 33573
Specialties: Internal Medicine > Critical Care Medicine.
Radiology > Radiation Oncology.
Radiology > Radiation Oncology.
Dr. Castillo, Jorge G, MD
Lighthouse Point, Florida, 33064
Specialties: Internal Medicine > Critical Care Medicine.
Radiology > Radiation Oncology.
Radiology > Radiation Oncology.
Dr. Hebert, Mary E
Van Alstyne, Texas, 75495
Specialties: Internal Medicine > Critical Care Medicine.
Radiology > Radiation Oncology.
Radiology > Radiation Oncology.
Dr. Tanner, Andrew S, MD
Barr Ridge, Illinois, 60527
Specialties: Internal Medicine > Critical Care Medicine.
Radiology > Radiation Oncology.
Radiology > Radiation Oncology.
Dr. Mcclure, Robert T, MD
Goodlettsville, Tennessee, 37072
Specialties: Radiology > Radiation Oncology.
Dr. Nakfoor, Bruce M JR, MD
Fort Myers, Florida, 33907
Specialties: Internal Medicine > Critical Care Medicine.
Radiology > Radiation Oncology.
Radiology > Radiation Oncology.
Dr. Tercilla, Oscar F, MD
Miami, Florida, 33133
Specialties: Internal Medicine > Critical Care Medicine.
Radiology > Radiation Oncology.
Radiology > Radiation Oncology.