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Colorectal cancer affects the colon and rectum, and catching it early can save your life. Learn how you can reduce your risk of getting colorectal cancer.
Keywords: Colorectal cancer, colon, rectum, colonoscopy, sigmoidoscopy, digital rectal exam, fecal occult blood test, polyp, tumor, metastasized, biopsy, gastroenterologist, stool
People with colitis and Crohn's disease have an increased risk of developing colorectal cancer. Listen as experts explain the link between IBD and cancer of the colon.
Keywords: Inflammatory bowel disease, IBD, colon cancer, colorectal cancer, colonoscopy, colectomy, dysplasia, surveillance, Crohn's disease, ulcerative colitis, colitis, UC, polyps, bowel, colon, rectal, rectum, crohns, krohns, crons, crohn's,
All prostate cancers are not the same. Listen as doctors describe treatment options when they believe an early-stage cancer may be particularly aggressive.
Keywords: prostate cancer, prostate cancer chemotherapy, PSA, prostate specific antigen, hormonal therapy for prostate cancer, Novantrone, mitoxantrone, taxane, taxanes, Taxotere, docetaxel, Taxol, paclitaxel, Gleason score, prostatectomy, prostate surgery, prostate radiation, conformal radiotherapy, antiandrogen, castration, orchiectomy, androgen suppression, digital rectal examination, luteinizing hormone releasing hormone, LHRH, PSA doubling, PSA velocity
New research shows some men with very late-stage prostate cancer may benefit from chemotherapy. Learn why doctors are changing their minds about the value of this type of treatment.
Keywords: prostate cancer, advanced prostate cancer, hormone refractory prostate cancer, hormone resistant prostate cancer, hormone independent prostate cancer, androgen independent prostate cancer, prostate cancer chemotherapy, PSA, prostate specific antigen, hormonal therapy for prostate cancer,palliative care, Novantrone, mitoxantrone, taxane, taxanes, Taxotere, docetaxel, Taxol, paclitaxel, Gleason score, prostatectomy, prostate surgery, prostate radiation, conformal radiotherapy, antiandrogen, castration, orchiectomy, androgen suppression, digital rectal examination, luteinizing hormone releasing hormone, LHRH
The most common cancer in men is also the most complicated to treat. Listen to experts describe the latest in screening, diagnosis and treatment.
Keywords: prostate cancer, advanced prostate cancer, hormone refractory prostate cancer, hormone resistant prostate cancer, hormone independent prostate cancer, androgen independent prostate cancer, prostate cancer chemotherapy, PSA, prostate specific antigen, hormonal therapy for prostate cancer,palliative care, Novantrone, mitoxantrone, taxane, taxanes, Taxotere, docetaxel, Taxol, paclitaxel, Gleason score, prostatectomy, prostate surgery, prostate radiation, conformal radiotherapy, antiandrogen, castration, orchiectomy, androgen suppression, digital rectal examination, luteinizing hormone releasing hormone, LHRH
The PSA test remains a controversial screening tool for prostate cancer, but there is little doubt on its value for helping with treatment decisions. Learn what you need to know about PSA.
Keywords: prostate cancer, advanced prostate cancer, hormone refractory prostate cancer, hormone resistant prostate cancer, hormone independent prostate cancer, androgen independent prostate cancer, prostate cancer chemotherapy, PSA, prostate specific antigen, PSA velocity, PSA doubling, hormonal therapy for prostate cancer, palliative care, Novantrone, mitoxantrone, taxane, taxanes, Taxotere, docetaxel, Taxol, paclitaxel, Gleason score, prostatectomy, prostate surgery, prostate radiation, conformal radiotherapy, antiandrogen, castration, orchiectomy, androgen suppression, digital rectal examination, luteinizing hormone releasing hormone, LHRH
Learn about treatment options that are available for patients with advanced-stage colorectal cancer.
Keywords: Colorectal cancer, colon, rectum, colonoscopy , tumor, metastasized, biopsy, gastroenterologist, surgery, chemotherapy, monoclonal antibody, avastin, biologic
Prostate cancer is a subject every man should know about -- it's one of the leading causes of cancer death among men. But many don't know what their risk is, let alone what they can do to protect themselves. Are you as informed as you should be? Join our panel of experts for a discussion of the basics of colon cancer.
Keywords: Prostate cancer, oncology, prostate, urinary bladder, semen, urethra, benign prostate growth, Testosterone, African American men, rectal examination, PSA, prostate-specific antigen, Dr. Robert Salant, Dr. Daniel Shasha
Prostate cancer is a subject every man should know about -- it's one of the leading causes of cancer death among men. But many don't know what their risk is, let alone what they can do to protect themselves. Are you as informed as you should be? Join our panel of experts for a discussion of the basics of colon cancer.
Keywords: Prostate cancer, oncology, prostate, urinary bladder, semen, urethra, benign prostate growth, Testosterone, African American men, rectal examination, PSA, prostate-specific antigen, Dr. Robert Salant, Dr. Daniel Shasha
Although prostate enlargement is a normal part of the aging process, benign prostatic hyperplasia -- BPH -- can sometimes lead to uncomfortable and even painful symptoms. Fortunately, there are a variety of medical treatments that can help. Join our panel of experts as they discuss the advantages and disadvantages of these treatment strategies.
Keywords: BPH, enlarged prostate, Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia, urination, urology, digital rectal exam, prostate cancer screening, prostate enlargement, urinary retention, alpha-blockers, 5-alpha reductase inhibitors, finasteride, urethra, prostate blockage, Proscar, Propecia, antihypertensive medications, Dr. Robert Salant, Dr. Christopher Dixon
There's an on-going debate within the medical community about the merits of routine screening for prostate cancer. Get the latest information and one expert's view on the controversy.
Keywords: prostate cancer screening, digital rectal examination, DRE, prostate specific antigen, PSA, PSA test, benign prostatic hyperplasia, BPH, prostatitis, biospy, screening recommendations, watch and wait, elevated PSA,
People who have been living with ulcerative colitis for a long time must be checked regularly for colon cancer. Listen to the story a patient that proves the value of frequent screenings.
Keywords: inflammatory bowel disease, IBD, colon cancer, rectal inflammation, colorectal cancer, colonoscopy, primary sclerosing cholangitis, colectomy, dysplasia, surveillance, Crohn's disease, crohns, ulcerative colitis, colitis, UC, surveillance, chemoprevention, Actigall, Ursofalk, Destolit, ursodeoxycholic acid, ursodiol, 5-aminosalicylic acid, Asacol, mesalamine, Pentasa, , Colazal, balsalazide, Dipentum, olsalazine, Azulfidine, sulfapyridine
Prostate cancer is a subject every man should know about -- it's one of the leading causes of cancer death among men. But many don't know what their risk is, let alone what they can do to protect themselves. Are you as informed as you should be? Join our panel of experts for a discussion of the basics of colon cancer.
Keywords: Prostate cancer, oncology, prostate, urinary bladder, semen, urethra, benign prostate growth, Testosterone, African American men, rectal examination, PSA, prostate-specific antigen, Dr. Robert Salant, Dr. Daniel Shasha
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