Cancer Center at Wise Regional

A study conducted found that an aggressive form of breast cancer , especially when the patient has BRCA mutations, responds well to non-standard chemotherapy. New research suggests that chemotherapy can be improved and personalized with genetic testing for breast cancer. Patients who have triple-negative breast cancer do not respond to the target drug Herceptin or hormone therapies. Therefore they are treated with a chemotherapy agent known as docetaxel. New trial findings indicate that patients with defective versions of BRCA 1 or BRCA 2 are likely to be treated with a different chemo drug known as carboplatin. The results of the finding may change the international guidelines by introducing the genetic testing for triple-negative breast cancer in women. • The trial suggests that most women with triple negative breast cancer can now be considered for testing for BRCA gene faults to enable those who test positive to use carboplatin. • Using the test will greatly help in guidi...

Breast cancer survival rates have improved over time, but the adverse outcomes of treatment to the heart remain a concern. A U.S.-based registry study shows that although treatments for breast cancer can cause damage to the heart, the patients who undergo chemotherapy or radiotherapy are not likely to die of heart disease. Regular screenings and proper risk management for heart issues in patients with breast cancer can reduce the risk of heart diseases. According to clinical trials conducted before, both radiotherapy and chemotherapy are associated with the risk of heart disease as a possible side effect. However, after the analysis of about 350,000 breast cancer patients relative to the population across the U.S., the comparison showed that long-term risk of death from heart disease is not high compared with the average population of women. This concluded that: • Proper risk management in hospitals, if taken into account when choosing adequate therapy, can reduce the probabili...

Breast cancer is a type of cancer for which new immune-based cancer treatments are still under development. It is the most commonly diagnosed cancer in women worldwide and the most leading cause of cancer-related death among women. Breast cancer, in the metastasis stage, is an incurable disease with a survival rate of approximately 5 to 10 percent within five years. Immunotherapy has improved the survival of metastatic breast cancer patients with HER 2 receptor. Here are facts about triple negative breast cancer: • Triple negative is the most aggressive form of breast cancer that is likely to spread beyond the breast and is more likely to recur.  • Triple negative means that the cancer is negative for estrogen, progesterone and HER 2. • The triple negative cancer tends to be of higher grade than other breast cancer types. When the grade is higher, the cancer cells reduce their resemblance to healthy breast cells both in appearance and patterns of growth. It is usually ...

Cancer patients in Texas deserve access to exceptional cancer care, the confidence to fight cancer, and the resources to continue fighting. It is for this reason that cancer care centers provide comprehensive and compassionate cancer treatment using innovative treatment methods and cutting-edge technologies. How do oncologists in these centers provide quality cancer care to patients? • Ongoing research – Researchers and doctors at these centers constantly carry out laboratory research as well as clinical trials on the patterns, causes, and control of cancer among various groups of people. From the findings of this research, they are able to share valuable cancer information with both the public and health care professionals. • Advanced cancer treatment methods – Whether you are diagnosed with lung cancer, breast cancer, colon cancer, prostate cancer or any other cancer type, these centers have the right tools to not only diagnose but also treat different cancer types. Some of ...

The Epstein Barr Virus is one of the most common diseases, with an estimated ninety percent of all of the human population having been infected by it. The virus is a part of the herpes family of viruses, and is transferred with ease by either the sharing of saliva, or by secretions from the genitalia of the individuals. • Though symptoms are rare, some individuals may face issues: Almost all adults who have sex will get the virus at some time, and fifty percent of all five-year-olds show evidence of being previously infected. The thing is that most people carrying the disease don’t show any signs of being infected, though in a few cases, some carriers end up getting glandular fever, also called infectious mononucleosis, or mono. • Epstein Barr Virus hits both the immune system and tissue linings:  The virus manages to infect two significant types of cells. The first, B-cells, are vital to the functioning of the immune system while the other cells affected, called an epithel...

Skin cancer is the most common andfrequently diagnosed cancer in the United States of America. Research shows that around 20 percent of the American population isprone to develop skin cancer at any point in their lives. This skin disease does not discriminate against people of any race or color. We all are vulnerable to it. There are high chances for a cureif the skin cancer is found at its early stage.This just validates and stresses the fact of how vital and imperative it is to get regular skin cancer screenings. Various skin cancer centers found in Texas provide skin cancer screenings to the public. People are encouraged and recommended to make an appointment for themselves and get skin cancer screenings at least once a year. Significance of Skin Cancer Screenings Skin cancer screening is a way to assess and determine if any symptom or signs of skin cancer is in its early stage. These screenings can help offer not only the appropriate and effective outcome of treatment for...

Advanced breast cancer refers to the stage of breast cancer at whichcancer cells have spread from the breast to other organs such as the skin, lymph nodes, liver, brain, lungs, and bones. Advanced breast cancer, being a chronic disease requires treatment and care for the rest of one’s life, with the aim of treatment being to control the spread and growth of the cancer cells to ensure one still leads a quality life. Treatment options recommended for advanced breast cancer includes the following; • Chemotherapy – Chemotherapy is the use of medicines to kill cancer cells. They may be administered orally or via an intravenous catheter. These medicines work by killing actively and rapidly-dividing cells such as cancer cells. Common side effects of chemotherapy are hair loss, nail changes, vomiting, diarrhea, and nausea. • Hormone Therapy – Hormone therapy involves use of drugs that block estrogen and progesterone in the body. These hormones are the natural female sex hormones an...