The word cancer is used to define a disease in which normal cells in your body become disorderly and grow out of control. Over a million people in the United States will be diagnosed with cancer each year. A cancer diagnosis is not a death sentence. In fact, more people are being cured or are living with cancer than ever before.

What is Cancer?

How Cancer Cells Grow

Diagnostic Tests

Blood Tests

Cancer Treatments

Managing Side Effects of Cancer Treatments

Caring for Your Mouth During Chemotherapy

Managing Constipation

Managing Diarrhea

Managing Hair Loss During Chemotherapy

Managing Nausea and Vomiting During Chemotherapy

Talking With Your Doctor or Nurse

Medications

The Emotional Impact of Cancer

Sexuality and Cancer

Complementary, Alternative Therapies

Personal Medical Directory

Medication Record

• Breast Cancer: Prevention and Screening
• Cervical Cancer
• Colorectal Cancer
• Lung Cancer
• Nutrition and Cancer
• Prostate Problems
• Skin Cancer
• Testicular Problems

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