Other Treatments See All  Kidney Cancer: Biologic Therapy in Other Treatments Biologic therapy is a type of treatment for cancer that uses your body's own immune system to fight and kill cancer cells. ...more  Kidney Cancer: Ablation Therapy in Other Treatments Ablation therapy is a type of treatment that kills cancer cells. It is a newer treatment for kidney cancer. Here's what you need to know. ...more

Surgery See All  Kidney Cancer: Surgery in Surgery Surgery is the most common treatment for kidney cancer. The goal is to take out the tumor or tumors. ...more

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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.

Other Treatment Side Effects See All  Kidney Cancer: Surgery in Other Treatment Side Effects Surgery is the most common treatment for kidney cancer. The goal is to take out the tumor or tumors. ...more  Kidney Cancer: Biologic Therapy in Other Treatment Side Effects Biologic therapy is a type of treatment for cancer that uses your body's own immune system to fight and kill cancer cells. ...more  Managing Cancer-Related Fatigue in Other Treatment Side Effects Fatigue can come and go or stay constant for a while.

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, Other Treatment Side Effects Fatigue can come and go or stay constant for a while.

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Understanding Your Diagnosis See All  Kidney Cancer: Diagnosis in Understanding Your Diagnosis A look at the different tests you can expect to have to confirm a diagnosis of kidney cancer. ...more  Antegrade Pyelogram in Understanding Your Diagnosis An antegrade pyelogram is an imaging test to find a blockage (obstruction) in the upper urinary tract. Read on to learn about what to expect before, during, and after this test.

Cancer FAQs See All  Laryngeal Cancer: Overview in Cancer FAQs Laryngeal cancer starts in the voice box (larynx), which is located in your neck. 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.