Skin Cancer - Melanoma See All Overview See All Understanding Your Diagnosis See All Deciding on Treatment See All Managing Side Effects See All Prevention and Screening See All Cancer FAQs See All  Anatomy of the Skin in Overview The skin is the body's largest organ. It serves as a protective shield against heat, light, injury, and infection. ...more  Melanoma: Introduction in Overview Details about melanoma, a serious type of skin cancer....more  Melanoma: Tests After Diagnosis in Understanding Your Diagnosis Once you're diagnosed with melanoma, you will need more tests.

Deciding on Treatment See All  Nonmelanoma Skin Cancer: Chemotherapy in Deciding on Treatment Chemotherapy uses anticancer medicines to kill cancer cells. Here's what you need to know about chemotherapy for nonmelanoma skin cancer. ...more  Nonmelanoma Skin Cancer: Radiation Therapy in Deciding on Treatment Radiation therapy uses strong X-rays to kill cancer cells. It may be used on its own, or along with other types of treatment. Here's what you need to know about radiation therapy for nonmelanoma skin cancer.

Cancer FAQs See All  Soft Tissue Sarcoma: Overview in Cancer FAQs Here are answers to some frequently asked questions about soft tissue sarcoma....more

Chemotherapy Side Effects See All  Anemia and Chemotherapy in Chemotherapy Side Effects Chemotherapy can damage your body’s ability to make red blood cells, so body tissues don't get enough oxygen. This is a condition called anemia. People who have anemia may feel very weak or tired, dizzy, faint, or short of breath, or may feel that their hearts are beating very fast. ...more  Infection and Chemotherapy in Chemotherapy Side Effects To reduce your risk for infection, avoid people who are sick with contagious illnesses, including colds, the flu, measles, or chickenpox.

Chemotherapy See All  Stomach Cancer: Chemotherapy in Chemotherapy Chemotherapy (chemo) uses anticancer medicines to kill cancer cells. Learn how chemo is used for stomach cancer. ...more

Cancer FAQs See All  Testicular Cancer: Overview in Cancer FAQs Cancer that starts in a testicle is called testicular cancer. It is one of the most curable forms of cancer. Learn more about symptoms, diagnosis, and treatments. ...more

Chemotherapy Side Effects See All  Anemia and Chemotherapy in Chemotherapy Side Effects Chemotherapy can damage your body’s ability to make red blood cells, so body tissues don't get enough oxygen. This is a condition called anemia. People who have anemia may feel very weak or tired, dizzy, faint, or short of breath, or may feel that their hearts are beating very fast. ...more  Infection and Chemotherapy in Chemotherapy Side Effects To reduce your risk for infection, avoid people who are sick with contagious illnesses, including colds, the flu, measles, or chickenpox.

Managing Side Effects See All Chemotherapy Side Effects See All Other Treatment Side Effects See All  General Nutrition Guidelines During Cancer Treatment in Managing Side Effects You may have difficulty eating or lose your appetite during cancer treatment. Try eating small, frequent meals throughout the day. To improve your appetite, don't drink beverages with your meals. ...more  Managing Cancer-Related Fatigue in Managing Side Effects Fatigue can come and go or stay constant for a while.

Overview See All  The Thyroid Gland in Overview Detailed information on the thyroid gland, including anatomy and function....more  Thyroid Cancer: Targeted Therapy in Overview Detailed information on targeted therapy for thyroid tumors....more  Thyroid Cancer: Introduction in Overview Thyroid cancer starts in the gland called the thyroid. It occurs when cells in the thyroid gland grow out of control.

Prevention and Screening See All  Vaginal Cancer: Risk Factors in Prevention and Screening  Vaginal Cancer: Tests After Diagnosis in Prevention and Screening Once you’re diagnosed with vaginal cancer, you may need more tests. These help your healthcare provider learn more about the cancer and make a treatment plan. ...more