Chronic Lymphocytic Leukemia (CLL): Newly Diagnosed
Being told you have chronic lymphocytic leukemia (CLL) can be scary, and you may have many questions. But you have people on your healthcare team to help.
Being told you have chronic lymphocytic leukemia (CLL) can be scary, and you may have many questions. But you have people on your healthcare team to help.
Targeted therapy is the use of medicines that target parts of cancer cells that make them unlike normal cells. They do this without affecting most normal, healthy cells.
Targeted therapy is the use of medicines that target the parts of cancer cells that make them unlike normal cells. Targeted medicines for melanoma work on genes and proteins in melanoma cells.
Make a list of questions and bring them to your appointments. These can cover how to decide on treatment, how to get ready for treatment, and how to cope during treatment.
Once you're diagnosed with melanoma, you will need more tests. They can help show if the cancer has grown into nearby areas or spread to other parts of the body.
If your healthcare provider thinks you might have a brain tumor, you will need exams, imaging scans, and tests to know for sure.
It helps to be prepared when talking with your healthcare providers about your cancer. That's why we created this helpful list of questions to ask about all aspects of your treatment. And check out our tips for getting the most out of your provider visit, too.
Talking with healthcare providers about your cancer treatment can be overwhelming. Read on for some tips on how to get ready for your appointments, and what questions you should ask.
Some risk factors for non-Hodgkin lymphoma may not be in your control. Others might be things you can change. Knowing the risk factors can help you make choices that might lower your risk.
A guide to some of the tests you may have after being diagnosed with non-Hodgkin lymphoma. These tests can help show if the cancer has spread. They will also help your healthcare providers decide how best to treat your cancer.