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… Mastectomy (Removal of the Breast) for Breast Cancer On this page: Surgery Overview What to expect Why It … Other nearby tissue may also be removed if it appears that cancer may have spread to these areas. All mastectomies … they can to prevent the return of cancer. Women who have metastatic breast cancer don't always have surgery. Survival …
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… Cancer: Home Treatment for Mouth Sores On this page: … that can help with mouth pain. Colorectal Cancer Lung Cancer Non-Hodgkin Lymphoma Current as …
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… Information and resources on cancer for health care professionals Last updated November … with reduced risk of developing new cancers and comorbid conditions, such as cardiovascular disease, diabetes and … of cancer (research has predominantly focused on breast, colorectal and prostate cancers). Most people with cancer …
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… Genetic Conditions Learning Center Learn about genetic conditions … Genetic Testing Clotting Factor Replacement for Hemophilia Colorectal Cancer Genetic Testing Colour Blindness Congenital Heart …
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… Cancer Support: Being an Active Patient On this page: … do people ask? Here are some questions that people with cancer often ask. You may have other questions that are … to listen, take notes, and support you. Questions about cancer. What do I need to know about my cancer? Can this …
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… Radiation for Early-Stage Breast Cancer On this page: Treatment Overview Why It Is Done How … beam radiation therapy uses doses of radiation to kill cancer cells. A beam of radiation is aimed at the tumour … treatment is given to most people with early-stage breast cancer who choose breast-conserving surgery such as …
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… Skin Cancer: Protecting Your Skin Actionset Overview Excessive … to the sun and its ultraviolet (UV) rays can cause skin cancer. You can reduce your risk for skin cancer by: Protecting your skin, and that of your family …
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… Cancer Support: Life After Treatment On this page: Overview Overview Everyone who goes through cancer has a time of adjustment afterward. This is part of … help. Give yourself time to make sense of it all. Surviving cancer is something to celebrate. But many people find that …
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… Cryosurgery for Non-Melanoma Skin Cancer On this page: Surgery Overview What To Expect Why It … Overview Cryosurgery is the process of destroying a skin cancer (lesion) by freezing it with liquid nitrogen. Liquid … . The liquid nitrogen is applied or sprayed onto the cancer and the immediate surrounding tissue. The application …
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… Cancer Support: Family, Friends, and Relationships On this page: Overview Overview Cancer can impact your family in many ways. Fear and other … about how much you want to tell people at work about the cancer. Consider what kinds of support you want. Many people …
