Cancer

Cancer : Enteral and Parenteral Nutrition
by National Cancer Institute
Enteral nutrition is food (in liquid form) given to the patient through a tube that is inserted into the stomach or the small intestine. The following types of tube feeding may be used: A tube inserted through the nose and throat down into the stomach

Cancer : Nutrition Screening and Assessment
by National Cancer Institute
Screening is used to identify patients who may be at nutritional risk. Assessment determines the complete nutritional status of the patient and identifies if nutrition therapy is needed. The patient or caregiver may be asked for the following information

Effect of Chemotherapy and Radiation Therapy on Nutrition
by National Cancer Institute
Chemotherapy is a cancer treatment that uses drugs to stop the growth of cancer cells, either by killing the cells or by stopping the cells from dividing. Because chemotherapy targets rapidly dividing cells, healthy cells that normally grow and divide

Nutrition in Cancer Care
by National Cancer Institute
The diet is an important part of cancer treatment. Eating the right kinds of foods before, during, and after treatment can help the patient feel better and stay stronger. To ensure proper nutrition, a person has to eat and drink enough of the foods that

Cancer : Psychological and Social Distress
by National Cancer Institute
Most patients experience some level of distress, however, only a small percentage receive help. Distress is an unpleasant emotional, psychological, social, or spiritual experience that interferes with the patient's ability to cope with cancer treatment.

Cancer: Adjustment and the Adjustment Disorder
by National Cancer Institute
Adjusting to cancer is an ongoing process in which the patient learns to cope with emotional distress, solve cancer-related problems, and gain control over cancer-related life events.

Lymphedema and Cancer : Management, Part 2
by National Cancer Institute
When pressure garments are used, they should cover the entire area of edema. For example, a stocking that reaches only to the knee tends to become tight and block the lymphatic vessels and veins if there is edema in the thigh.

Lymphedema and Cancer : Management
by National Cancer Institute
Patients at risk for lymphedema should be identified early, monitored, and taught self-care. A patient may be more likely to develop lymphedema if he or she eats an inadequate diet, is overweight, is inactive, or has other medical problems.

Lymphedema and Cancer
by National Cancer Institute
The lymphatic system consists of a network of specialized lymphatic vessels and various tissues and organs throughout the body that contain lymphocytes (white blood cells) and other cells that help the body fight infection and disease.

Hypercalcemia and Cancer : Treatment
by National Cancer Institute
Patients at risk of developing hypercalcemia may be the first to recognize its symptoms, such as fatigue. Measures to prevent hypercalcemia include drinking enough fluids, controlling nausea and vomiting, walking and being active, and cautious use

Hypercalcemia and Cancer
by National Cancer Institute
Hypercalcemia occurs in 10%-20% of people with cancer, although it occurs much less often in children. The cancers most often associated with hypercalcemia are cancer of the breast and lung, as well as certain cancers of the blood, particularly multiple

Cancer Resources in Your Community
by National Cancer Institute
If you have cancer or are undergoing cancer treatment, there are places in your community to turn to for help. There are many local organizations throughout the country that offer a variety of practical and support services to people with cancer.

Cancer : Radiation Enteritis
by National Cancer Institute
Radiation therapy stops the growth of rapidly dividing cells, such as cancer cells. Since normal cells in the lining of the bowel also divide rapidly, radiation treatment can stop those cells from growing, making it difficult for bowel tissue to repair

Cancer : Bowel Obstruction, Diarrhea
by National Cancer Institute
A bowel obstruction may be caused by a narrowing of the intestine from inflammation or damage to the bowel, tumors, scar tissue, hernias, twisting of the bowel, or pressure on the bowel from outside the intestinal tract. It can also be caused by factors

Cancer and Gastrointestinal Complications : Constipation
by National Cancer Institute
A medical history and physical examination can identify the causes of constipation. The examination may include a digital rectal exam (the doctor inserts a gloved, lubricated finger into the rectum to check for stool impaction) or a test for blood

Cancer and Gastrointestinal Complications
by National Cancer Institute
This patient summary on gastrointestinal complications is adapted from a summary written for health professionals by cancer experts. This and other credible information about cancer treatment, screening, prevention, supportive care, and ongoing clinical

Cancer Follow-up Care
by National Cancer Institute
It is natural for anyone who has completed cancer treatment to be concerned about what the future holds. Many people are concerned about the way they look and feel, and about whether the cancer will recur (come back).

Fatigue and Cancer, Part 2
by National Cancer Institute
Medications other than those used in chemotherapy may also contribute to fatigue. Opioids used in treating cancer-related pain often cause drowsiness, the extent of which may vary depending on the individual.

Fatigue and Cancer
by National Cancer Institute
Fatigue occurs in 14% to 96% of people with cancer, especially those receiving treatment for their cancer. Fatigue is complex, and has biological, psychological, and behavioral causes.

Cancer Survivors' Bill of Rights
by National Cancer Institute
The National Coalition for Cancer Survivorship presents this new version of the Survivors' Bill of Rights to call public attention to survivor needs, to enhance the quality of cancer care, to empower cancer survivors, and at the same time bring greater