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.
Researchers from London say they have found a new blood test that can detect breast cancer DNA months before it would show up on medical scans. The blood test is not yet available because it is still in the early stages of research. However, the research looks quite promising.
Read MoreHead and neck cancers are those cancers which affect the head and neck, and typically develop in the squamous cells that line the inside of the throat, mouth and nose. Because of where they begin, these types of cancers can be referred to as squamous cell carcinomas. Within this group of cancers, each case is categorized by the area of the neck or head that the cancer originated. For example, if the cancer originates in the throat it is considered throat cancer, if it originates in the nasal cavity it is considered nasal cavity cancer, and so on.
Read MoreAs with all cancers, if diagnosed early lung cancer can be more effectively treated and cured. Yearly, lung cancer kills almost 1.5 million people – but with early diagnosis there is a 50% higher chance of survival over those who are not diagnosed until the disease has spread, or metastasized, beyond the lungs.
Read MoreGallbladder cancer starts in the gallbladder. The gallbladder is an organ that lies beneath the liver, on the right upper abdomen. The gallbladder is responsible for storing bile, which is produced by the liver to help digest fat. Gallbladder cancer is pretty uncommon.
Read MoreIn 2012, a significant report was released from the American Cancer Society which showed that major strides are being made in the right against cancer in the United States. An estimated 12 million people in the United States have cancer, with 2015 projections being an estimated 1.7 million people.
Read MoreMany 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 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 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 MoreSkin cancer is the most common type of cancer. Melanoma is a specific type and one of the deadliest cancers. Here's what 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 MoreThere have been numerous studies on the health benefits of coffee. Some say caffeine helps stimulate appetite for weight loss and chlorogenic acid in coffee is full of antioxidants and helps fight inflammation. But what can it do for cancer?
Read MoreHarvard and Northwestern University have discovered a potentially powerful predictive test for cancer. We explore.
Read MoreWe've been fighting the war on cancer for more than 45 years in the U.S. Of course, cancer of all types can be aggressive but there are a few specific types both men and women should be aware of.
Read MoreEven though multiple myeloma is considered rare, affecting 20 to 200 thousand people in the US per year, it's still a type of cancer both men and women need to know about.
Read MoreTry as you might, you cannot ignore the symptoms of an irritated bladder. The frequent urge to go, burning while urinating, pain while urinating, pelvic pain, back pain, and especially blood in the urine can all be signs that something’s not right.
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