Best of Cancerwise 2013: Our experts' most helpful insight
December 18, 2013
Medically Reviewed | Last reviewed by an MD Anderson Cancer Center medical professional on December 18, 2013
No matter where you are in your journey, cancer can raise more questions than answers. But by doing your research and adhering to the adage that "knowledge is power," you can make your cancer journey more manageable.Here's some of the most helpful advice and insight shared by our doctors and other experts in 2013.
In getting to know his patients, Nikesh Jasani, M.D., has learned that there are a lot of misperceptions about oncologists.
Do upcoming MRI or CT scans cause you to lose sleep and interfere with your daily life? Good news: it is possible to manage this so-called scanxiety.
Unfortunately, fatigue is a common side effect of both chemotherapy and radiation, and it often doesn't go away when treatment ends. But, says Pamela Schlembach, M.D., there are things you can do to minimize fatigue and get back to feeling like your normal self.
Last year, MD Anderson took another step toward Making Cancer History? when we launched our ,which seeks to significantly reduce the mortality rates for several cancers and ultimately find cures for these and other cancers. Michael Keating, M.D., discusses the progress we've made and what's ahead.
It can be tough to motivate yourself to exercise during and after cancer treatment. But, says Karen Basen-Engquist, Ph.D., making the effort can boost your health and curb fatigue.
Preparing for radiation therapy? Learn what to expect from Shalin Shah, M.D., who addresses several common questions about this type of cancer treatment.