Cancer

Pituitary 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  Pituitary Gland in Overview Detailed information on the anatomy and function of the pituitary gland...more  Pituitary Tumor: Introduction in Overview A pituitary tumor is a tumor that grows in the pituitary gland. Most of these tumors are not cancer. But they can greatly affect your health. ...more  Pituitary Tumor: Diagnosis in Understanding Your Diagnosis If your healthcare provider thinks you might have a pituitary tumor, you will need certain exams and tests to be sure. Here's what to expect....more  Computed Tomography (CT) Scan of the Brain in Understanding Your Diagnosis A computed tomography (CT) scan is an imaging test that uses X-rays and a computer to make detailed images of the body. A CT scan shows details of the bones, muscles, fat, and organs. ...more  Pituitary Tumor: Treatment Choices in Deciding on Treatment, Managing Side Effects In most cases, pituitary tumors are treated using surgery, radiation therapy, or medicines. Learn more about these options. ...more  Pituitary Tumor: Medicine in Deciding on Treatment Medicine can play an important role in treating some types of small pituitary tumors. Read on to learn more about these tumors, and the medicines that are often used. ...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  Pituitary Tumors in Overview, Cancer FAQs Most pituitary tumors are not cancer (benign). But they can cause the pituitary to make too few or too many hormones, causing problems in the body. Here's what you should know. ...more