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Ursina Teitelbaum, MD, is a Penn Medicine assistant professor of medicine and medical oncologist specializing in gastrointestinal cancer, caring for older adults and symptomatic management of cancer patients.  In this first of two posts, Dr. Teitelbaum discusses the importance of colorectal cancer screening.It is an exciting time to...

Have you been screened for skin cancer?May is Skin Cancer Awareness Month, and dermatologists at Penn Medicine want to spread the lifesaving message of early skin cancer detection and screening by offering free skin cancer screenings in Philadelphia. Date: Saturday, May 19 2012Time: 8 am to NoonLocation: Department of Dermatology at the Ruth...

DefinitionLymphoma is the name of a diverse group of cancers of the lymphatic system, a connecting network of glands, organs and vessels whose principle cell is the lymphocyte.What is the lymph system?The lymph system is an interconnected network of thin tubes and nodes that carries white blood cells. These cells fight infections and are...

The successful rate in treatment of hypothyroidism by homeopathy is much higher than any other system of medicine. There are many homeopathic medicines for Hypothyroid disorders. As I always says, a homeopathic medicine is prescribed after a detailed case taking. Your complete physical and mental conditions are took in detail on case taking....

Underactivity of the thyroid is called hypothyroidism. When the cause lies in the thyroid it is called primary hypothyroidism; when it is due to a lack of thyroid stimulating hormone (TSH) subsequent to pituitary failure, it is called secondary hypothyroidism. Primary hypothyroidism can be clinical or subclinical. Clinical hypothyroidism...

Christine Wilson, cancer survivor, shares her experiences from the Humor, Heart and Hope Symposium held this spring and sponsored by the Abramson Cancer Center and Cancer Support Community of Philadelphia.Does the image of a roomful of 200 cancer survivors and caregivers doubled over in laughter seem unlikely? At the Humor, Heart and Hope...

After a head or neck cancer diagnosis, pain caused by the tumor or from surgical procedures or treatment can make chewing and swallowing difficult.  Altering the consistency of your food and carefully selecting food items can make a big difference in your ability to eat and aid in making sure your body receives adequate calories, protein...

Dana Marcone DeDonato, MSW, LSW, is a geriatric oncology social worker at the Joan Karnell Cancer Center at Pennsylvania Hospital and is the coordinator for the Living Well Program. According to the Administration on Aging, older adults make up the fastest growing segment of the population.. Older adults are more likely to have chronic illnesses...

DefinitionLeukemia is a cancer of the blood cells. A progressive, malignant disease of the blood-forming organs, characterized by distorted proliferation and development of leukocytes and their precursors in the blood and bone marrow. Leukemias were originally termed acute or chronic based on life expectancy but now are classified according...

DefinitionHodgkin's disease is a cancer of the lymphatic system, which is part of your immune system.In Hodgkin's lymphoma, cells in the lymphatic system grow abnormally and may spread beyond the lymphatic system. As Hodgkin's lymphoma progresses, it compromises your body's ability to fight infection.Hodgkin's lymphoma is one of two common...

DefinitionProstate cancer is a form of cancer that develops in the prostate (a gland in the male reproductive system found below the bladder and in front of the rectum). Most prostate cancers are slow growing; however, there are cases of aggressive prostate cancers. The cancer cells may metastasize (spread) from the prostate to other parts...

Tanya Uritsky, Pharm D, is a clinical pharmacy specialist in pain management and palliative care at Penn Medicine. In this blog, she discusses the role of pain management in cancer care.  I wear a button on my lab coat that has the word “pain” encircled with a red line through it. I wear it because I am affectionately known as the “No...

DefinitionThe definition of lung cancer is a cancer (malignancy) that originates in the tissues of the lungs or the cells lining the airways. Lung cancer originates when normal lung cells become abnormal, usually after a series of mutations, and begin to divide out of control.A malignant (cancerous) lung tumor is distinguished from a benign...

Survival rates are often used by doctors as a standard way of discussing a person's prognosis (outlook). Some patients may want to know the survival statistics for people in similar situations, while others may not find the numbers helpful, or may even not want to know them.The 5-year survival rate refers to the percentage of patients who...

Management of colon cancer relies primarily on surgical removal of the tumor and some of the surrounding tissues. The need for further treatment with chemotherapy or radiation therapy is determined upon evaluation of the resected cancer. Surgery is the oldest method of treating this cancer with the idea being complete removal of the cancer...

There are actually 2 types of staging for colon cancer:The clinical stage is your doctor's best estimate of the extent of your disease, based on the results of the physical exam, biopsy, and any imaging tests you have had.If you have surgery, your doctor can also determine the pathologic stage, which is based on the same factors as the clinical...

Colon cancer may be detected in its very early stages by any of the following screening tests:Digital Rectal Examination is very simple to perform and can detect lesions in rectum and prostate. It should be done in a routine physical exam for adults. The physician examines the area by inserting his finger inside the rectum and feeling for...