Quick Summary Uterine cancer treatment in Malaysia is available at specialist-led oncology centers offering surgery, chemotherapy, and radiation therapy. Early diagnosis improves outcomes. Patients should seek care from gynecologic oncologists who provide structured treatment plans, follow-up monitoring, and supportive care for better recovery and quality of life. Main treatments: Surgery,
Quick Summary Persistent ear blockage or hearing loss (especially one-sided) may sometimes be linked to nasopharyngeal cancer (NPC), a cancer in the upper throat behind the nose. The tumor can block the Eustachian tube, causing fluid buildup and hearing changes. Other warning signs include neck lump, nose blockage, nosebleeds, or
Quick Summary A Phase II clinical trial presented at AACR 2026 found that long-term immunotherapy with atezolizumab may be safe for alveolar soft part sarcoma (ASPS) patients beyond the traditional 2-year window. Among 17 patients treated for over 2 years (up to 5+ years), only 3 experienced moderate side effects,
Quick Summary Scientists have engineered probiotic bacteria (E. coli Nissle 1917) to locate tumors and produce the cancer drug romidepsin directly inside the tumor microenvironment. In mouse models, this approach slowed tumor growth and may offer a more precise targeted therapy with fewer side effects than traditional chemotherapy. How it
Summary This overview explains cranial nerve symptoms in nasopharyngeal cancer and what patients need to know. Recognizing early warning signs, understanding risk factors, and seeking timely treatment helps specialists act quickly, improves survival, and maintains quality of life. Key Symptoms: Hearing loss, facial pain, numbness, double vision, drooping eyelids, nasal
Summary Multidisciplinary oncology teams improve patient outcomes by combining expertise from oncologists, surgeons, and radiologists. The team coordinates care, plans personalized treatments, and monitors progress to increase survival and quality of life. Team Approach: Specialists meet regularly, share knowledge, and plan treatment using the latest research. Benefits: Patients get faster
Summary Oncologists use cancer staging to understand tumor size, lymph node involvement, and cancer spread. This process guides treatment planning, helps predict prognosis, and gives patients clear expectations about outcomes and survival. What Staging Shows: Tumor size, lymph node involvement, and distant cancer spread. Staging System: The TNM system explains
Quick Summary Immunotherapy for colorectal cancer boosts the immune system to target and kill cancer cells. It’s most effective for advanced or metastatic cancer with microsatellite instability high (MSI-H) or mismatch repair deficiency (dMMR). This treatment works by blocking proteins that prevent immune cells from attacking the cancer. Eligibility: Candidates
Quick Summary Fertility-preserving treatment options for early cervical cancer allow women to address their cancer while maintaining the ability to have children in the future. Treatments like vaginal radical trachelectomy, neoadjuvant chemotherapy, and pelvic lymph node dissection help treat cancer while preserving fertility. Vaginal Radical Trachelectomy: A surgery that removes
Quick Summary Radiation therapy for lung cancer is an effective treatment option that helps shrink tumors, kill cancer cells, and relieve symptoms. The treatment is often used in combination with surgery or chemotherapy, and patients can expect sessions lasting 15-30 minutes, with side effects such as fatigue and skin irritation.
