Cancer

Oral Cancer 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  Oral Cancer: Introduction in Overview Oral cancer is cancer that starts in the mouth or throat. Oral cancer is fairly common and very curable if found and treated at an early stage. A doctor or dentist often finds oral cancer in its early stages because the mouth can be easily examined. ...more  Cancer and Tobacco in Overview All tobacco products, from cigarettes to snuff, contain toxins, carcinogens, and nicotine, an addictive substance. ...more  Oral Cancer: Tests After Diagnosis in Understanding Your Diagnosis Tests after a diagnosis of oral cancer can help your healthcare provider learn more about your cancer to help decide the best treatment. ...more  Oral Cancer: Stages in Understanding Your Diagnosis The stage of a cancer is how much and how far the cancer has spread in your body. The stage of a cancer is one of the most important things to know when deciding how to treat the cancer. ...more  Oral Cancer: Treatment Choices in Deciding on Treatment Oral cancer is often curable, especially if it is found early. Treatment can also help control oral cancer, meaning it may help control symptoms or reduce its spread. Once you know the type and stage of oral cancer you have, you and your doctor will decide on a treatment plan. Read on to learn more. ...more  Oral Cancer: Treatment Questions in Deciding on Treatment These questions can help you communicate with your doctor and know what to expect for your treatment. ...more  Oral Cancer: Chemotherapy in Chemotherapy Chemotherapy uses anticancer medicines to kill cancer cells. The medicines are made to attack and kill cancer cells that grow quickly. Some normal cells also grow quickly. Because of this, chemotherapy can also harm those cells. This can cause side effects. ...more  Oral Cancer: Radiation Therapy in Radiation, Other Treatment Side Effects Radiation therapy is a treatment for cancer that uses high-energy X-rays. A machine directs the rays of energy to the area of cancer. Read on to learn what to expect before, during, and after this treatment. ...more  Oral Cancer: Surgery in Surgery, Other Treatment Side Effects Learn about the surgical options for treatment of oral cancer....more  Complementary and Alternative Medicine in Other Treatments Complementary medicine is used along with other therapies. It often serves to relieve symptoms and improve quality of life. Alternative medicine is used alone, without standard treatment. ...more  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, Other Treatment Side Effects Fatigue can come and go or stay constant for a while. Fatigue from chemotherapy tends to happen a few days after the treatment, peaks, and then gets better before the next treatment. Fatigue from radiation may not happen right away. ...more  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. ...more  Radiation Therapy and Cancer Treatment in Other Treatment Side Effects Detailed information on radiation therapy, one type of cancer treatment....more  Oral Cancer: Risk Factors in Prevention and Screening  Oral Cancer: Overview in Cancer FAQs Oral cancer is cancer that starts in the mouth or throat. Oral cancer is fairly common and very curable if found and treated at an early stage. Learn more about symptoms, diagnosis, and treatments. ...more