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Could the red and white spots in my mouth be a sign of cancer?

I am noticing a mix of red and white spots in my mouth towards the back of my tongue. Could this be a symptom associated with cancer in the neck or head? Whom should I consult?...
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Turmeric use

Can eating a lot of turmeric, or taking supplements, really help prevent cancer?
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Can breast can spread even after breast removal surgery?

I am a 45 year old woman who suffered breast cancer last year. I underwent my chemotherapy and even had to get one of my breasts removed. Can I still get cancer in my other breast...
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Are there any side effects in getting a bone marrow test?

My son who is 8 years old has been advised to undergo a bone marrow test. Is this test safe? Are there any side effects involved in getting a bone marrow test done?
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Does cancer have any symptoms?

I am a 47-year-old man, and in my family, there have been several cases of cancer, including for both my parents. Are there any symptoms to look out for that can help in early...
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What are the tests recommended to check blood cell levels?

My mother had been detected with cancer 3 years back, for which she was treated successfully. However, she is now complaining of pain in her bones and joints. What are the tests...
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What are the chances of a relapse of cancer?

I am a 36-year-old woman and I survived breast cancer 3 years back. After the treatment, I am slowly gaining my body strength back. Although my immunity is getting better, I...
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What are the steps to follow before starting radiation therapy?

My mother is going to start her radiation therapy as a part of her treatment for breast cancer. Are there any steps to prepare the body before starting out the radiation therapy?...
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What can I do to reduce the side effects of my radiation therapy?

I am undergoing radiation therapy for my ovarian cancer treatment. I am having severe side effects like nausea, hair loss, loss of appetite and so on. Are there ways to reduce...
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How effective is radiation therapy in liver cancer?

My mother who is 67 years has been diagnosed with liver cancer. How effective is radiation therapy in regeneration of the healthy cells in her body? What could be the possible...
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What are the tests to confirm bone marrow cancer?

The doctors are suspecting a cancer for my father who is 75 years old. They have ordered a few tests to confirm the diagnosis? What are the tests recommended for bone marrow...
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Mom died of breast cancer- need feedback on nipple sparing masectomy

I currently have had breast implants for 10 years. My mom recently passed of breast cancer and I am thinking of when it is time to change my implants I will do a nipple sparing...
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Do I have a brain tumor?

How can I tell if i have a brain tumor? You hear horror stories all the time about people having a little bit of a headache and then finding out that they've got some horrible...
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How long does it take for nausea from radiation to go away?

My radiation treatments for lung cancer ended 2 weeks ago, and I'm still experiencing extreme nausea. Is this normal?
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Is radiology equipment really safe?

Does the safety of radiology equipment depend on preexisting conditions the person has? Is there ever a negative relationship?
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Will someone need to drive me home after radiation therapy?

The hospital I will be getting my breast cancer treatments at is over an hour away. It will be 3 days a week. Will this be OK for me to drive after radiation or will the fatigue...
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Surgical oncologist for a third opinion?

My sister just received a breast cancer diagnosis. From what we can tell, it seems very treatable in her case, thankfully. She has seen two oncologists so far. Is it worth it...
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Using radiation with prostate cancer

My uncle has been diagnosed with prostate cancer. He is 75 and his PSA is 7. 2. One of the treatment options he was given is radation therapy. He said something about "seeds"....
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Do I have to go to a geneticist for genetic testing?

I am a 35 year old male and cancer runs in my family. I want to go for genetic testing to help me see if there's anything notable, but I'm not sure where to start.
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Crohn's and bowel cancer?

Does a family history of Crohn's put me at risk for bowel cancer? Currently I do not exhibit symptoms of Crohn's (I'm 26) but I worry about my future.
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