When most people go to the doctor, they bring with them the assumption that they will find out if there is anything wrong with their health. Unfortunately, this isn’t always the case. It is nowhere near as rare as you might assume for medical practitioners to fail to diagnose a serious health problem—or to diagnose …
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Read MoreOctober is Breast Cancer Awareness Month. It is important because breast cancer is the second most common cancer among women, affecting about one in eight women. Treatment for breast cancer ranges from the removal of a minor lump to a double mastectomy, with additional treatments like chemotherapy, radiation, hormone therapy, targeted therapy, and immunotherapy also …
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Read MoreSeptember is Prostate Cancer Awareness Month. How much do you really know about prostate cancer? It is one of the most common cancers in men, with about three million cases at any given time in the United States. Like many forms of cancer, early diagnosis is key. Many men are successfully treated for prostate cancer …
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What is Lymphoma? Lymphoma is cancer of the lymphatic system which is part of the bodys’ germ fighting system. The lymphatic system is made up of lymph nodes, spleen, thymus gland and bone marrow. When cancer develops in the cells that make up your lymphatic system, it is known as lymphoma. There are two types …
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What is my risk of getting lung cancer? Lung cancer is one of the most commonly diagnosed types of cancer in the United States. Unfortunately, it is also one of the deadliest. Out of all cancer-related deaths in the U.S. annually, lung cancer is responsible for the highest number. Here are some facts that everyone …
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Ovarian cancer is a type of cancer that develops in a woman’s ovaries. While ovarian cancer is relatively rare, it’s important to diagnose it in its earliest stages so that it can be treated effectively. Unfortunately, ovarian cancer is difficult to diagnose easily because its symptoms are subtle. Since there is no screening for early …
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Colorectal cancer is a type of cancer that originates in either the colon or the rectum. It generally starts as a polyp in the large intestine that eventually develops into cancer. Unfortunately, colorectal cancer does not typically present many noticeable symptoms in its early stages. This is why regular screenings are critical if you are …
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Diagnosing cancer in its earliest stages can make an enormous difference in how successful treatment is. By the same token, failing to diagnose cancer on a timely basis can reduce the effectiveness of treatment. Even if medical practitioners are careful and conscientious, however, it can still be difficult to diagnose many forms of cancer. These …
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October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month, which is also a good time to be aware of some common breast cancer malpractice issues, including the misdiagnosis and delayed diagnosis of breast cancer. Breast Cancer Misdiagnosis Approximately one in eight women in the U.S. is affected by breast cancer according to the American Cancer Society. For women …
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Read MoreMarch is officially recognized as National Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month. It’s an ideal time to take a few minutes to learn more about this deadly disease and the importance of being a proactive patient. Colorectal cancer, which affects the colon or rectum, is life-threatening, but early detection can save lives. By becoming a proactive patient, …
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