You’ll usually be given a combination of 2 or more chemotherapy drugs. Most people have 2 rounds of induction chemotherapy. The treatment will be carried out in hospital or in a specialist centre, as you’ll need very close medical and nursing supervision. How many cycles of chemo do you need […]
A diet for healing leukemia naturally, like any other healthy diet, should contain plenty of fruits and vegetables. Fruit and vegetables can be added to a whole-grain cereal, blended into a smoothie, incorporated into a meal, or eaten by themselves. What food should leukemia patients avoid? People may want to […]
End stage leukemia Slow breathing with long pauses; noisy breathing with congestion. Cool skin that may turn a bluish, dusky color, especially in the hands and feet. Dryness of mouth and lips. Decreased amount of urine. What are the final stages of leukemia before death? Worsening weakness and exhaustion. A […]
If you are a member of an HMO, you will need to obtain written authorization from your primary care provider or medical group in order to be seen at City of Hope. Can I submit information for a friend or family member who is diagnosed with cancer? Do you have […]
The mean size of all sarcomas at presentation was 10.7 cm and did not vary significantly between the main diagnostic categories (soft tissue sarcomas, 10 cm; osteosarcoma, 11.3 cm; chondrosarcoma, 11.7 cm; Ewing’s sarcoma, 11.2 cm) whilst the range was from 0.2 cm to 45 cm. (Fig. 1). What does […]
With internal radiation, you may need to avoid touching the patient until the implant is removed or limit the time you spend very close to them. With systemic radiation therapy, you may also have to avoid the person’s bodily fluids for a few days after treatment. What should you avoid […]
There are no blood tests that can detect a soft tissue sarcoma. Blood tests can: check your general health, including how well your liver and kidneys are working. check numbers of blood cells. What tests are done to diagnose sarcoma? A diagnosis of sarcoma is made by a combination of […]
Certain types occur more often in certain parts of the body more often than others. For example, leiomyosarcomas are the most common type of sarcoma found in the abdomen (belly), while liposarcomas and undifferentiated pleomorphic sarcomas are most common in legs. Where are sarcomas usually found? A sarcoma is a […]
The only way to prevent some soft tissue sarcomas is to avoid exposure to risk factors whenever possible. Still, most sarcomas develop in people with no known risk factors. At this time, there’s no known way to prevent this cancer. And for people getting radiation therapy, there’s usually little choice. […]
Tumor sizes are often measured in centimeters (cm) or inches. Common food items that can be used to show tumor size in cm include: a pea (1 cm), a peanut (2 cm), a grape (3 cm), a walnut (4 cm), a lime (5 cm or 2 inches), an egg (6 […]
Chemotherapy for soft tissue sarcoma is most often given through a needle into a vein (intravenously). It is usually given for a few days every 3 weeks. How often and how long chemotherapy is given depends on the type of drug or drug combination used. It is usually given for […]
Chemotherapy uses anti-cancer (cytotoxic) drugs to destroy cancer cells. It may be given to treat soft tissue sarcomas: before surgery (neo-adjuvant treatment), to shrink the tumour and make it easier to remove. after surgery (adjuvant treatment), to reduce the risk of the cancer coming back. Can sarcoma be treated with […]
“Spindle cell sarcoma is a soft-tissue tumor that can start in the bone, often in the arms, legs or pelvis,” said Siegel, a professor in the Department of Orthopedic Surgery in the School of Medicine. “Soft-tissue sarcomas are rare in adults, accounting for less than 1 percent of all new […]
There is no specific meal plan or diet for sarcoma survivors. There are, however, some strategies to help you to deal with the side effects of cancer and cancer treatment. Nutrition side effects a sarcoma survivor may experience include: trouble swallowing. What can I eat with sarcoma cancer? A diet […]
Imaging Tests X-ray of an area with a suspicious lump may be the first test your doctor orders. After diagnosis they may recommend a chest X-ray to see if the cancer has spread to the lungs. CT (computed tomography) scan takes data from several X-ray images of the body and […]