Cancer. Discover the latest in cancer news, research, clinical studies, health and prevention tips for both men and women from Dr. David Samadi. Explore latest news on cancer treatment, detection and prevention in common cancers such as lung cancer, breast cancer, colon cancer, skin cancer, prostate cancer, kidney cancer, throat cancer, thyroid cancer, bladder cancer and other cancers.
Many patients who have been diagnosed with cancer and presented with their options, rarely understand how to read and interpret their pathology report. Of course, it's important to have a specialist that explains all the components but it's also critical that you know how to read that report as well.
Read MoreResearchers are predicting that by the year 2030, the number of people diagnosed with cancer will be 1 billion globally. Much of the latest research supports more and more how much lifestyle factors play into the development of the disease. Here are 7 foods to try that help fight cancer.
Read MoreA new drug treatment may help slow or even cure advanced Melanoma, one of the deadliest cancers and the most deadly skin cancer. Here's what you need to know.
Read MoreLearn about the symptoms of brain cancer which can often be mistaken for other minor health issues like headaches.
Read MorePancreatic cancer occurs in the pancreas. In the U.S. in 2015, it’s estimated that about 48,960 people will be diagnosed with pancreatic cancer, and about 40,560 people will die of pancreatic cancer, according to the American Cancer Society. Pancreatic cancer accounts for about 3 percent of all cancer cases, and about 7 percent of cancer deaths.
Read MoreNon-Hodgkin’s lymphoma is staged in order to help to determine where the disease is located, if or where it has spread, and whether it is affecting other parts of the body. Diagnostic tests are used to determine the stage of the cancer. Diagnostic tests to stage non-Hodgkin’s lymphoma include a biopsy to remove a sample of lymph tissue or a biopsy to look for cancer cells in the bone marrow.
Read MoreNon-Hodgkin’s lymphoma, also called non-Hodgkin lymphoma, is a type of cancer that starts in the lymphocytes within the lymphatic system. Lymphocytes are a type of white blood cell which are found in the lymphatic system - a part of the body’s immune system which works to fight disease throughout the body.
Read MoreMany patients undergoing cancer treatment may be unaware that they're at a high risk for developing blood clots. This can cause a number of other health issues. Here's what you need to know.
Read MoreThe exact cause of most testicular cancers is not known, but there are definite links to other conditions which will increase a man’s risk of developing the cancer. Currently, researchers are searching for which genes are responsible for testicular cancer. By identifying the genes responsible, more targeted therapies can be developed to fight the testicular cancer cells.
Read MoreOverall there are three different types of skin cancer: Basal cell carcinoma (BCC), Squamous cell carcinoma (SCC), and Melanoma. BCC is the most common form of skin cancer and usually occurs on parts of your body that see the sun most, like your face and neck.
Read MoreA new study suggests that urinary tract infection symptoms that persist and don’t improve over time or with treatment could indicate bladder cancer. The research was recently presented at the American Urological Association 2015 Annual Meeting
Read MoreDid you know one in five Americans will develop skin cancer in the course of a lifetime? It's one of the most common and deadliest cancers. As summer approaches, being mindful of your sun exposure is key. Here's some tips to get started.
Read MoreMelanoma is staged mainly by determining the thickness of the tumor and whether the cancer has spread to the lymph nodes or other parts of the body.
Read MoreThere are many treatments for breast cancer that are effective, but the treatments are based on the staging of the cancer. Here's what you need to know.
Read MorePancreatic is one of the most deadliest forms of cancer. Here are the facts.
Read MoreAs summer approaches, and May is Skin Cancer Awareness Month, we put together a checklist to protect your skin from the sun.
Read MoreMay is Skin Cancer Awareness Month and Melanoma is one of the most common and deadly cancers that affect both men and women. Here are 6 things you need to know.
Read MoreResearchers may have developed an immunotherapy treatment that shows promise for treating advanced Melanoma, one of the most aggressive cancers both men and women face. Is this a breakthrough?
Read MoreMelanoma is one of the most common cancers In the U. S. affecting both men and women. Here are the different types that can develop.
Read MoreResearchers may had identified lack of vitamin D as a new risk factor for developing pancreatic cancer. Here's what you need to know.
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