Cancer

Adrenal Cancer See All Overview See All Understanding Your Diagnosis See All Deciding on Treatment See All Managing Side Effects See All Cancer FAQs See All  The Adrenal Glands in Overview Detailed information on the adrenal gland, its anatomy and function...more  Adrenal Cancer: Introduction in Overview Adrenal cancer is a rare cancer that begins in the adrenal glands. Read on to learn more about the adrenal glands, and types of tumors found there. ...more  Adrenal Cancer: Diagnosis in Understanding Your Diagnosis If your healthcare provider thinks you might have adrenal cancer, you will need certain exams and tests to be sure. Here's what you can expect. ...more  Abdominal Ultrasound in Understanding Your Diagnosis An abdominal ultrasound is an imaging test used to assess the organs and structures in the belly. Read on to learn what to expect before, during, and after the test. ...more  Adrenal Cancer: Stages in Understanding Your Diagnosis, Deciding on Treatment The stage of a cancer is how much and how far the cancer has spread in your body. It's one of the most important things to know when deciding how to treat cancer. Learn about the stages of adrenal cancer. ...more  Adrenal Cancer: Treatment Choices in Deciding on Treatment There are several treatment choices for adrenal cancer. Which may work best for you? It depends on a few factors. ...more  Adrenal Cancer: Newly Diagnosed in Managing Side Effects Being told you have adrenal cancer can be scary, and you may have many questions. But you have people on your healthcare team to help. ...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  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  Adrenal Cancer: Overview in Cancer FAQs Adrenal cancer is a rare cancer that starts in the adrenal glands. You have 2 adrenal glands. One sits on top of each kidney. Learn more about symptoms, diagnosis, and treatments. ...more