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Multiple Myeloma Supportive Care
This eMedTV article discusses various forms of multiple myeloma supportive care that may be used to treat health problems (such as pain, anemia, and kidney problems) associated with multiple myeloma or its treatment.
Multiple Myeloma Survival Rate
As discussed in this eMedTV segment, the multiple myeloma survival rate refers to the percentage of people who survive the cancer for a specific period after their diagnosis. This article provides five-year survival rates for multiple myeloma.
In cases of multiple myeloma, treatment options can include chemotherapy and radiation therapy. This eMedTV segment discusses treatment of multiple myeloma, including information about second opinions, side effects, and follow-up care.
Nerve and Muscle Problems During Chemotherapy
Chemotherapy can cause nerve problems and muscle problems in some people. This eMedTV Web page explains the types of symptoms to watch out for and offers some suggestions on ways to cope with nerve and muscle problems during chemotherapy.
Neulasta is a prescription injection used to prevent infections in people undergoing chemotherapy. This eMedTV resource describes the effects of Neulasta, explains how it works, and offers general dosing information for the drug.
It is not known whether Neulasta passes through breast milk in breastfeeding women. This eMedTV article discusses Neulasta and breastfeeding in more detail and describes the possible problems that may occur if the drug does pass through breast milk.
Hair loss is a reported side effect of Neulasta, but it may actually be a side effect of chemotherapy. This eMedTV Web page further explores the link between Neulasta and hair loss, and explains how common hair loss is with chemotherapy treatment.
Neulasta has not been studied in pregnant humans but does appear to cause harm to fetuses in animal studies. This eMedTV page offers more information on Neulasta and pregnancy, and describes the complications that were seen in animal studies.
For the prevention of infections, the recommended Neulasta dosage is 6 mg once per chemotherapy cycle. This eMedTV resource discusses Neulasta dosing guidelines in more detail and offers precautions and tips for administering the injections.
If lithium or chemotherapy medicines are taken in conjunction with Neulasta, drug interactions could occur. This eMedTV Web page describes the potential side effects or complications that may develop during drug interactions with Neulasta.
Little is known about what to expect from a Neulasta overdose because few cases have been reported. This eMedTV segment describes the possible effects of a Neulasta overdose and explains what treatment options are available.
Common Neulasta side effects may include bone pain, headache, and vomiting. As this eMedTV page explains, most side effects are mild, but tell your doctor immediately if you develop allergic reactions, difficulty breathing, or increased cancer growth.
Neulasta is used for reducing the risk of infections in people who are undergoing chemotherapy treatment. This eMedTV article discusses Neulasta uses in more detail, including information on whether the drug can be used in children or adolescents.
Neulasta Warnings and Precautions
Very rarely, Neulasta can cause enlargement and rupture of the spleen. This section of the eMedTV site contains a list of other Neulasta warnings and precautions, and offers an explanation of who should not take the drug.
Neupogen is a medication that is used to prevent infections due to bone marrow transplant or chemotherapy. This eMedTV article further explains what Neupogen is used for, describes the effects of the drug, and offers general dosing information.
At this time, researchers do not know whether Neupogen passes through breast milk. This eMedTV segment offers more information on Neupogen and breastfeeding, and explains why it is not likely that the drug would cause harm in breastfed infants.
In studies, Neupogen caused miscarriages and other problems when it was given to pregnant animals. This eMedTV article further describes animal studies that have been conducted on Neupogen and pregnancy, and explains possible effects of the drug.
To prevent infections with bone marrow transplants, the suggested Neupogen dose is 10 mcg per kg of weight. This eMedTV page also includes Neupogen dosage guidelines for congenital neutropenia, stem cell collection, and infections due to chemotherapy.
Chemotherapy medications and lithium could potentially interact with Neupogen. As this eMedTV article explains, Neupogen drug interactions may increase the risk of low white blood cells or cause serious problems, such as heart attacks or strokes.
Neupogen Injection Drug Information
A Neupogen overdose may cause white blood cell levels to become too high. This part of the eMedTV Web site explains what may happen if you overdose on Neupogen and lists the treatment options that are available for an overdose.
Nausea, vomiting, and nosebleeds are some of the most commonly reported Neupogen side effects. This part of the eMedTV archives lists other potential side effects of Neupogen, including serious side effects that should be reported to your doctor.
Neupogen is primarily used for preventing infections due to chemotherapy or bone marrow transplants. This eMedTV segment discusses other Neupogen uses and explains whether the drug is used off-label for other conditions.
Neupogen Warnings and Precautions
Neupogen should not be used in people undergoing radiation treatments. This eMedTV Web page contains more Neupogen warnings and precautions, including possible side effects that may occur. Information on who should not take the drug is also included.
Neulasta is a medicine that is licensed to prevent infections in people undergoing chemotherapy. This eMedTV page briefly describes Neulasta and provides a link to more detailed information about the drug. Newlasta is a common misspelling of Neulasta.
Nolvadex is a drug that is prescribed to treat and prevent certain types of breast cancer. This eMedTV Web page provides a detailed look at the drug, including how it works to combat the disease, possible side effects, dosing information, and more.
The Nolvadex dosing guidelines that your physician will follow take various factors into account, which this eMedTV article explains. The typical Nolvadex dosage when treating breast cancer is described, as is the dose used to prevent the disease.
If warfarin, oral contraceptives, or letrozole are combined with Nolvadex, drug interactions may occur. This eMedTV page lists other medications that may interact negatively with the drug and explains the adverse effects these interactions can cause.
While most people have no problems when taking Nolvadex, side effects are possible. This page on the eMedTV Web site lists common and rare side effects seen with the drug, as well as potentially serious side effects that may need medical attention.
As this page of the eMedTV library explains, Nolvadex uses include the treatment and prevention of certain forms of breast cancer. This page explains in detail how the drug works to achieve this and also examines off-label uses for Nolvadex.
Nolvadex Warnings and Precautions
This eMedTV Web page provides several Nolvadex warnings and precautions to be aware of prior to starting treatment. This includes potentially serious side effects that are possible, as well as a list of people who should avoid the medication.
Neulasta is a prescription injection that is used to help prevent infections due to chemotherapy. This eMedTV article describes the effects of Neulasta and lists possible side effects that may occur. Nuelasta is a common misspelling of Neulasta.
Neupogen is a drug that is used to prevent infections caused by chemotherapy or bone marrow transplants. This eMedTV segment describes Neupogen in more detail and lists possible side effects of the drug. Nuepogen is a common misspelling of Neupogen.
Neulasta is a prescription drug that is used for preventing infections in people undergoing chemotherapy. This eMedTV resource offers a brief overview of Neulasta and its effects and possible side effects. Nulasta is a common misspelling of Neulasta.
Neupogen is a medication licensed to prevent infections due to chemotherapy or bone marrow transplants. This eMedTV article explains what else Neupogen is used for and links to more detailed information. Nupogen is a common misspelling of Neupogen.
Medication, radiation therapy, and nerve blocks are some methods for relieving pain with pancreatic cancer. This eMedTV resource discusses options for managing pain associated with pancreatic cancer or its treatment.
Pamidronate is a medication used for treating bone problems or blood calcium problems caused by cancer. This eMedTV article offers a general overview of pamidronate, including information on its effects, dosing guidelines, and possible side effects.
Pamidronate Disodium -- Drug Information
For the treatment of Paget's disease, the suggested pamidronate dose is 30 mg daily for three days in a row. This eMedTV resource also offers pamidronate dosing recommendations for treating high blood calcium and preventing bone damage due to cancer.
Pancreatic cancer is a serious disease in which cancerous cells first develop in the pancreas. This eMedTV article provides an overview of pancreatic cancer, including information about its symptoms and a discussion of its diagnosis and treatment.
Pancreatic Cancer Alternative Treatment
For those with pancreatic cancer, alternative treatment may involve such things as herbal products. This eMedTV article looks at some of the alternative treatments for pancreatic cancer, including acupuncture, vitamins, and massage therapy.
In the case of pancreatic cancer, causes of the disease have not yet been identified. As this eMedTV segment explains, however, researchers have found certain risk factors (such as cigarette smoking) that increase the chances of getting the disease.
Pancreatic Cancer Chemotherapy
As one of the standard treatments for pancreatic cancer, chemotherapy involves the use of anticancer drugs. This eMedTV resource explains how chemotherapy is used to treat pancreatic cancer and discusses side effects associated with the treatment.
Doctors making a pancreatic cancer diagnosis will often order lab tests, CT scans, and other tests. This eMedTV article explains why diagnosing pancreatic cancer is often difficult and takes a look at the steps involved in making such a diagnosis.
During and after treatment for pancreatic cancer, nutrition is an important factor affecting well being. This eMedTV article discusses the challenges inherent in eating right during and after pancreatic cancer treatment.
A pancreatic cancer prognosis is an informed opinion concerning the course and outcome of the disease. This eMedTV Web page examines factors that affect a prognosis for a person with pancreatic cancer and provides survival rates and other statistics.
Pancreatic Cancer Radiation Therapy
For people with pancreatic cancer, radiation therapy may be used to destroy cancer cells. This eMedTV Web page explains how radiation therapy is administered in cases of pancreatic cancer and discusses potential side effects of the treatment.
Pancreatic cancer research currently under way includes studies involving biological therapy. This eMedTV Web page discusses other areas of focus for research being conducted on pancreatic cancer, such as studies of new drugs to treat the cancer.
Based on pancreatic cancer statistics, an estimated 32,300 Americans will die from the disease in 2006. This eMedTV page offers statistics concerning pancreatic cancer, including survival rates and age-at-diagnosis figures.
For people with pancreatic cancer, support from various sources can make coping with the disease easier. This eMedTV Web page discusses support groups for pancreatic cancer and other potential sources of support (such as social workers).
As a treatment for pancreatic cancer, surgery may be used to remove the cancer or relieve its symptoms. This eMedTV page explains how surgery may be used to cure pancreatic cancer in its early stages or as a form of palliative therapy.
Pancreatic Cancer Survival Rates
As this eMedTV page explains, pancreatic cancer survival rates express the percentage of people with the disease who remain alive for a certain period. This article provides five-year survival rates for pancreatic cancer, including overall rates.
In cases of pancreatic cancer, symptoms may include upper abdominal or back pain, jaundice, and weakness. This eMedTV article identifies possible symptoms of pancreatic cancer, which do not usually develop until the later stages of the disease.
In cases of pancreatic cancer, treatment may involve surgery, chemotherapy, and/or radiotherapy. This eMedTV article covers treatment of pancreatic cancer, including information about clinical trials, second opinions, and side effects.
Pancreatic Cancer Treatment by Stage
The stage, or extent, of the pancreatic cancer is an important factor affecting treatment of the disease. This eMedTV segment breaks down options for pancreatic cancer treatment by the stage of the disease and provides links to additional resources.
As this eMedTV resource explains, pancreatic islet cell cancer is a disease in which cancer cells form in the hormone-producing areas of the pancreas. This article offers an in-depth look at pancreatic islet cell cancer and how it is treated.
Pediatric Brain Tumor Symptoms
Pediatric brain tumor symptoms (such as nausea or problems with speech) will depend on the size of the tumor, its type, and location. This eMedTV resource offers information on pediatric brain tumor symptoms, including what causes them.
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This video clip introduces female pelvic structures.
Percutaneous Ethanol Injection
A percutaneous ethanol injection is a treatment for cancer. As explained in this section of the eMedTV library, in a percutaneous ethanol injection, ethanol (alcohol) is injected directly into a tumor to kill cancer cells.
A pheochromocytoma is a tumor that most often develops in the chromaffin cells of the adrenal glands. This eMedTV article offers an overview of pheochromocytomas, including information about symptoms they may cause and treatment for the tumors.
A pheochromocytoma prognosis is a prediction as to the likely course and outcome of the cancer. This eMedTV resource highlights some of the factors that doctors consider concerning the prognosis for people with a pheochromocytoma.
For some people diagnosed with a pheochromocytoma, questions for the doctor can be difficult to remember. This eMedTV resource provides a list of questions concerning pheochromocytoma that patients may wish to ask their doctor.
In the case of pheochromocytoma, research scientists are studying the use of new drugs to treat the tumor. This eMedTV Web page outlines other research currently being conducted to find more effective ways of treating a pheochromocytoma.
A routine, effective pheochromocytoma screening test has yet to be developed. This eMedTV article explains the concept of screening for pheochromocytomas and how it differs from testing people suspected of having such a tumor.
Pheochromocytoma stages include localized benign, regional, metastatic, and recurrent pheochromocytoma. This eMedTV page defines these stages and discusses the tests used in pheochromocytoma staging (such as blood or urine tests, CT scans, and MRIs).
For people with a pheochromocytoma, support may come from a variety of sources. This eMedTV resource discusses pheochromocytoma support groups and other potential sources of support, such as social workers, counselors, and members of the clergy.
In cases involving a pheochromocytoma, symptoms may include high blood pressure, sweating, and chest pain. This eMedTV segment identifies common symptoms of a pheochromocytoma, such as heart palpitations, headaches, and feelings of anxiety.
For a person with a pheochromocytoma, treatment will most often involve surgery to remove the tumor. This eMedTV article discusses other treatment options for pheochromocytomas, including chemotherapy and radiation therapy.
Pheochromocytoma Treatment by Stage
This segment of the eMedTV Web site breaks down pheochromocytoma treatment by stage of the tumor. In most cases, treatment of pheochromocytoma will involve surgery; other treatment options may include chemotherapy and radiation therapy.
This eMedTV segment discusses photodynamic therapy (PDT), a form of treatment in which a special drug kills cells when exposed to light (such as from a laser). This article looks at the benefits and side effects of photodynamic therapy.