Joe Biden Undergoes Radiation for Prostate Cancer
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The former president is battling aggressive prostate cancer. Find out how he’s being treated and how his recovery is progressing.
To kick things off, we'll set the stage on what defines non-muscle invasive bladder cancer and how we triage patient counseling and treatment options accordingly. Generally speaking, our recommended treatments are based on the patient's tumor stage, grade and history of previous treatments.
When I think of patients who refuse treatment, I don't automatically assume they're uninformed. I kind of assume that they're just informed by different facts.”
T cell therapy, which uses a patient's own immune cells to fight cancer, has emerged as a powerful way to treat lymphoma and other blood cancers. But researchers have struggled to adapt the treatment for solid tumors—including prostate,
Stage IV breast cancer can't be cured, but you still have options to treat your cancer.
October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month. ABC News has compiled resources to help you learn more about breast cancer diagnosis, treatments and support.
New technologies and treatment methods are expanding men’s options. Here’s what you should know about your choices for prostate cancer care.
Doctors say they're seeing breast cancer survivors live longer amid an explosion of new treatment options. Dr. David Riseberg, the chief of medical oncology and hematology at Mercy Medical Center in Baltimore, said one new treatment causes fewer side effects than chemo alone and attacks cancer cells around the target.
When I think of patients who refuse treatment, I don't automatically assume they're uninformed,” says oncologist Samyukta Mullangi.
Metastatic breast cancer can't be cured, but treatment for this advanced stage IV cancer can still help ease symptoms and improve quality of life.
Understanding diagnosis details, such as tumor size and hormone receptor status, is crucial for informed treatment decisions. Despite advancements in diagnostic tools, self-advocacy and asking questions remain vital for personalized cancer care.