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Appendix cancer is the cancer of the appendix that occurs due to abnormal growth of the healthy cells forming tumors inside the appendix, a component of the gastrointestinal system. An appendix is an almost 10 cm long pouch-like...
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Appendix cancer has affected very few, about 1-2 individuals per million. The 5-year survival rate of this cancer depends upon many factors. These involve the stage, mostly at the time of diagnosis, size, and the type of tumor. ...
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The risk factors are responsible for developing more chances of cancer among the individual. It does not have any aetiology regarding appendix cancer, and hence no preventable risk factors have been determined. The most common f...
There is little to avoid or prevent appendix cancer because the reasons are unclear. If you feel you're having symptoms of this cancer, then you should see your doctor.
However, there are some general measures that may help reduce the risk o...
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The person affected by appendix cancer is diagnosed on the basis of signs and symptoms. Some common signs and symptoms of appendix tumour patients include inflammation of the appendix, ascites in the abdomen, pain and aches in t...
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Different tests are being conducted for the diagnosis of appendix cancer. These tests are effective in determining the extent of the spread of cancer cells in the body. Imaging tests are done in the diagnosis of determining the ...
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Staging gives clarity of the location of cancer. If it has spread, and whether it has applied to other body sections. Distinct forms of Appendix cancer have different stages descriptions. The TNM staging system is considered for...
The type of cells involved and how the cells appear under a microscope are used to classify the appendix cancer types. The type of cells is named by their behaviors, like the likelihood of spreading to other regions of the body, pace of developm...
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The different types of standard treatments for appendix cancer are explained in detail. Treatment for symptoms and side effects are included in the treatment plan. Some of the most common types of treatment include surgery (Appe...
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Clinical trials are considered to be a better method for treating appendix cancer. The use of drugs authorized by US Food and Drug Administration are tested among the participants who are the patients of appendix cancer. New tre...
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Several research studies have been conducted to seek more information on appendix cancer, their diagnostic approach at the initial phase, and the best treatments and cure strategies. The patients are recommended to communicate w...
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Treatment of appendix cancer results into causing various side effects and alterations to the patient's body. The results of treatment show variations as per the individuals. Sometimes the same treatment strategy used for a part...
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Follow-up care for appendix cancer refers to the after-treatment protocols conducted by the healthcare team to look after any recurrence, manage the side effects, and monitor the patients' overall health. Both medical and physic...
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Survivorship begins immediately after the diagnosis of cancer. The individuals under treatment and whose disease conditions are cured after the treatment are referred to as the cancer survivors. Survival is considered one of the...
It is critical to communicate with your health care team regularly in order to make informed decisions regarding your health care. These suggested Questions on Appendix Cancer are a good place to start learning more about your cancer treatment and c...
