Multiple myeloma (MM) forms in a patient’s plasma cells, and the symptoms it brings can affect their quality of life in ways they may not be thinking about when first diagnosed. What are some lifestyle factors that are affected by multiple myeloma, and how can you discuss managing them with your patients?
How significant is the racial disparity in treating patients with skin cancer? Studies in recent years that suggest a troubling difference in the diagnosis and treatment some patients receive. We explore the significant impact this has on patient prognosis.
Acute myeloid leukemia (AML) progresses more rapidly than other forms of leukemia. As such, if you or your patient are concerned they may have AML it is important to educate them on the symptoms and risk factors of the disease, as well as how to detect it and what treatments it could entail.
Multiple myeloma (MM) is not a disease with a known cure, but recent studies have suggested that focusing on boosting immunity in patients with MM may help their chances at longer-term survival. What are these immunity-focused treatment options?
As cancer treatments advance and survival rates increase, how is the quality of life among cancer survivors? Outside factors such as employment can play a large role in this. Among patients who are undergoing treatment or have survived cancer, what can the specifics of their occupational status tell us about their quality of life?
Chronic myeloid leukemia (CML) can be painful and life-threatening if it is not caught in time. How can you educate patients with symptoms or who are newly diagnosed about the detection, symptoms, risk factors, and treatment of CML?
Multiple myeloma is an uncommon form of cancer, and one that may not produce symptoms right away. Because of this, patients with higher risk due to family history, exposure, or other reasons may need more education about it. How can you explain multiple myeloma to your patients?
Myeloproliferative neoplasms (MPN) are a rare form of blood cancer. Though most people don’t know a lot about, approximately 20,000 people develop MPNs each year. Here are the basics you can explain to a concerned patient.
Although many Americans are at risk of developing colorectal cancer, they may not be aware of their own specific risk factors that they could have for it. What should medical professionals be teaching their patients about on regarding the risks, symptoms, detection, and prevention of colorectal cancer?
Although chronic kidney disease (CKD) is among the more common kidney ailments, patients may not be well-versed in its symptoms or complications. What should patients know about CKD, and how should healthcare providers be educating them?
