Olfactory neuroblastoma didn¡¯t stop this survivor from achieving his goals
When Justin Masse was diagnosed with a type of skull base tumor called olfactory neuroblastoma, he wanted to learn everything about this rare cancer. He read every article he could find and joined a Facebook group for people with the same diagnosis.
His symptoms started one morning when he woke up, unable to breathe out of one of his nostrils. When a week of steroids and antibiotics didn¡¯t help, he visited an ENT, who said it was...
Clinical Ethics Fellow passionate about improving patient care
Maureen Pontarelli, D.Be, describes her career path as a bit unconventional.
The Rochester, New York, native attended college in Rhode...
Video producer¡¯s storytelling supports MD Anderson¡¯s mission to end cancer
Alex King came to MD Anderson after 20 years of working in TV production in Las Vegas. The work was fun, but it was a constant grind....
What is anal dysplasia? Causes, treatment and outlook
Anal dysplasia is a condition in which cells in the anal canal change and become abnormal. Anal dysplasia is not cancer. But it can turn into anal cancer over time.
We spoke with colon and rectal surgeon Craig Messick, M.D., to learn more about anal dysplasia, including what causes it and how it¡¯s treated.
What causes anal dysplasia?The human papillomavirus (HPV) is the cause of all anal squamous cell dysplasia.
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Understanding sarcoidosis: Symptoms, diagnosis and treatment
Sarcoidosis is an inflammatory disease that causes the growth of lesions called granulomas. Although it is most commonly found in the lungs...
Breast cancer survivor¡¯s mindset and trust in doctors got her through treatment
Kristy Mouton started getting annual mammograms at age 26 due to a family history of breast cancer. Her results had always been normal. But...
Understanding adult rhabdomyosarcoma: Types, prognosis and treatment
Rhabdomyosarcoma is a rare type of soft tissue sarcoma that develops in the skeletal muscles. The disease is most common in children and adolescents...
How to cope with cancer when you live alone
Finding out you have cancer can cause a whirlwind of emotions. Not to mention, you¡¯ll also need to make important?treatment decisions...
Patient access representative supports patients, team during hurricane
As a patient access representative for Lymphoma, Graciela ¡°Grace¡± Chavez is the first point of contact for many new MD Anderson patients....
MD Anderson helps survivor through three cancer diagnoses
Diane White had bronchitis off and on for most of her adult life. But one case in late 2019 was hard to shake.
So, she saw her family...