5 reasons you might get called back after a screening mammogram
If youâve ever been asked to come back for additional testing after a routine mammogram, you know that the experience can be nerve-wracking. What did the radiologist find? Does this mean you have breast cancer?
The good news: most irregular findings turn out to be nothing, and additional testing is often a precautionary measure.Â
But to better understand why youâre being called back, here are five terms you might be...
6 easy protein sources for cancer patients
Protein is an important building block for our bodies. It helps build tissue and muscle mass and keeps us healthy.
Protein is especially...
Acoustic neuroma surgery with cochlear implant restores womanâs hearing
In the summer of 2022, the sound in Elizabeth âNikkiâ Lacobieâs left ear became muffled. When Nikkiâs ears did not clear after antibiotic...
What causes jaundice in adults?
Jaundice is a yellowing of the skin and eyes caused by abnormally high levels of bilirubin, an orangey-yellow pigment found in a liver secretion called bile.
In newborns, jaundice generally occurs because the liver is not fully developed. But in adults, itâs often a sign that something is wrong.
How long jaundice may last depends on its source. Read on to learn more about this symptom of many gastrointestinal cancers, as...
What's a calorie deficit?
Dietitian Jessica Tilton describes calories as the energy in food, but she also understands that for many of us, they represent so much more...
Adenoid cystic carcinoma treatment at MD Anderson saved my eyesight
Michael Morin spent long days reading and looking at the computer screen while he studied for the Bar Exam and completed law school. So, when...
Renal medullary carcinoma, sickle cell trait and high-intensity exercise: Whatâs the connection?
Very few people will be diagnosed with renal medullary carcinoma this year. But of those who are, about 60% will be young Black men who carry...
Hodgkin lymphoma survivor thankful for care at MD Anderson
Macey Hicks always made her health a priority. She went to 4 a.m. boot camp classes, worked out regularly, didnât smoke and ate plenty of...
What is a prostate, and what does it do?
The prostate is a gland found only in males. It plays a role in maintaining fertility in sexually mature males, as well as in the act of procreation...
B-cell lymphoma survivor: MD Andersonâs expertise saved me and myâŻpregnancy
When I was diagnosed with B-cell lymphoma in August 2023, I wasnât really frightened for myself. I was more worried about my pregnancy. At...
14 MD Anderson patient and caregiver amenities and services you might not know about
From postal services to art classes and spiritual care, MD Anderson offers patients and their caregivers many amenities.Â
Some...
Electrolytes 101: What to know
Staying hydrated is a health topic that never seems to get less popular â no doubt because of how many of our bodiesâ functions rely on water...
How to relieve nerve pain after a mastectomy
Between 25% and 60% of people who have surgery as part of their breast cancer treatment will also experience a side effect known as post-mastectomy...
Pancreatic, breast cancer survivor: MD Anderson managed two different diagnoses at the same time
When I was diagnosed with stage II triple-negative breast cancer in November 2022, I originally planned to seek treatment at the hospital...
âHow I knew I had inflammatory breast cancerâ: 6 survivors' symptoms
Inflammatory breast cancer symptoms tend to appear very quickly.Â
âAt first, patients might complain of a spot-like rash, or of...
Innovative cancer treatment saves renal medullary carcinoma patient and her pregnancy
Every cancer patientâs situation is unique. But Heather Williamsâ was exceptional.Â
The ER nurse from North Carolina was only...
What are free radicals? A dietitian explains
If youâve read dietary or health information, you may have stumbled across the term âfree radicals.â Maybe youâve even heard that free radicals...
Immunotherapy clinical trial allows cervical cancer survivor to thrive
Jana Selman wants to share her experience on a clinical trial for cervical cancer with anyone who could benefit from knowing about it....
Two-time prostate cancer survivor:Why Iâm grateful for a cancer recurrence
Most people would not look at a cancer recurrence as a blessing. But I consider mine nothing short of a miracle.
If God hadnât led...
Uterine fibroids and cancer: Is there a connection?
Uterine fibroids are smooth-muscle tumors that develop in the thick muscular walls of the uterus. We donât know for certain what causes them...