Beyond Weight Loss: Identifying The Key Symptoms And Treatments Of Bone Cancer
Bone cancer, though rare, can manifest in various forms, including osteosarcoma and chondrosarcoma. It typically begins in the bone cells, leading to abnormal growths that can weaken bones and spread to other parts of the body. Although predominant among children and young adults, bone cancer can develop at any age, impacting the cells responsible for producing hard bone tissue as shared by Dr.Viswatej Avutu, MD, Sarcoma Medical Oncologist, Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center, New York.
Jul 11, 2024, 15:44 PM IST
Unveiling Sarcoma Or Bone Cancer: Understanding Diagnosis And Detection Methods
Since it develops deep in the body and becomes evident after the appearance of a lump, one might not be able to see any significant signs or symptoms. This makes, early diagnosis of sarcoma very crucial.
May 30, 2024, 11:12 AM IST
'Introvert' birthday girl Lisa Ray loves there are no parties due to lockdown
Lisa Ray has been quite a fighter. She was diagnosed with multiple myeloma, a rare type of blood cancer in 2009.
Apr 04, 2020, 17:11 PM IST
Existing medication may help treat rare bone cancer of skull, spine: Study
The results revealed a promising new treatment options for a cancer with a poor prognosis.
Oct 15, 2017, 12:48 PM IST
Dogs with cancer may survive longer with high cholesterol
The findings showed that elevated total cholesterol was significantly associated with a reduced risk for overall mortality in dogs with osteosarcoma -- a type of malignant tumour that's often diagnosed in humans as well, typically afflicting teenagers and young adults.
Jul 27, 2017, 00:46 AM IST
Meet Tushar Rishi, 19-year-old cancer-stricken boy, who scores 95% in CBSE class 12 board exams
Tushar scored 95 in English, 95 in Physics, 93 in Mathematics, 89 in Computer and 100 in Fine Arts.
May 29, 2017, 16:24 PM IST
Bone cancer: Reasons why you shouldn't ignore these signs!
Despite advances in medical research, which have made possible for early detection of various types of cancers, unfortunately there's no special test that can help detect bone cancers early.
Jul 20, 2016, 10:11 AM IST
Worldwide cancer cases expected to soar by 75% over next 20 years
Global cancer burden is growing at an alarming pace and in 2030 alone, about 21.7 million new cancer cases and 13 million cancer deaths are expected to occur.
Dec 14, 2015, 19:12 PM IST