How Your Back Works
Your spine has 3 natural curves and strong, flexible muscles for support. Soft, cushioning disks separate the hard bones of your spine.
Your spine has 3 natural curves and strong, flexible muscles for support. Soft, cushioning disks separate the hard bones of your spine.
Testicular cancer is the most common form of cancer in men ages 15 to 35. The good news is that a monthly self-exam may help find trouble before it gets more serious.
Your breasts change throughout your life. Breast self-awareness is knowing how your breasts normally look and feel. That way, you are more likely to spot any changes right away.
You can’t fight cancer alone. Reach out. Get support from family, friends, and others who care about you. Let other people assist you. It can help you feel better both during and after your treatment.
Radiation therapy can cause several side effects. Most of them will go away once treatment ends. The ones you have depend on the location of the tumor. These tips can help you care for your skin after radiation therapy.
Minor nail problems are common side effects of chemotherapy. These side effects occur because the treatment affects normal cells as well as cancer cells. To manage these side effects, try these tips.
Mouth sores (stomatitis) and dry mouth are common side effects of chemotherapy and radiation therapy. These tips may help you feel better.
After breast surgery or radiation, fluid may collect and cause swelling in the arm and chest on the side of the treatment. This is called lymphadema. These tips can help you care for yourself after surgery.
Chemotherapy and other things can make your body less able to fight off infection. Follow these tips to reduce your chance for infection when you are getting cancer treatment.
Hair loss is a common side effect of chemotherapy and radiation therapy. Not all types of chemotherapy and radiation therapy cause hair loss. But if it does happen, these tips can help.