Después de haber visto este video, el paciente tendrá un entendimiento básico del desarrollo del cáncer, opciones comunes de tratamiento y que se va a formular un plan de tratamiento personalizado.
Con este video aprenderás lo que significa la Metástasis en relación con la atención contra el cáncer.
Aprende con este video lo que es la inmunoterapia en el cuidado contra el cáncer.
Aprende con este video lo que significa la infusión, en el cuidado contra el cáncer.
Con este video aprenderás qué es un puerto de infusión en el tratamiento contra el cáncer.
Con este video aprenderás qué significa Biopsia en el tratamiento contra el cáncer.
Con este video aprenderás lo que es la terapia adyuvante en el tratamiento contra el cáncer.
Con este video aprenderás lo que son las Células-T en el tratamiento contra el cáncer.
Con este video aprenderás qué significa etapa en el cuidado contra el cáncer.
Con este video aprenderás sobre la importancia de encontrar y utilizar recursos de apoyo para tus retos emocionales y físicos durante el tratamiento contra el cáncer.
Radiation therapy is often used as a treatment against cancer. IMRT is a form of radiation therapy. Depending on your treatment goals, IMRT may be used to help treat your cancer. This sheet tells you more about IMRT and what to expect.
Intraperitoneal (IP) therapy is a treatment for cancer in the stomach. Learn more detailed information here.
Targeted therapy uses medicines that are aimed at the cancer cell specifically. Because of this, targeted therapy may cause fewer side effects. There are many kinds of targeted therapy medicines. They work differently on different types of cancers.
Brachytherapy is a treatment for cancer. Implants are used that attack the tumor from inside the body. This treatment can help slow the growth of a tumor. It can help ease pain and other symptoms caused by the tumor. Learn more about this treatment and what to expect.
Chemotherapy medicines can be harmful if they touch skin. So you need to make sure caregivers and others close to you are not exposed to body fluids during a treatment and for up to 48 hours afterward.
Este video va a presentar algunas emociones comunes que las personas con frecuencia tienen cuando reciben el diagnóstico de cáncer, y les va a ofrecer unas herramientas que pueden ayudarlo con el manejo de la ansiedad, shock y depresión que acompaña la navegación por este camino.
Con este video aprenderás cómo compartir tu diagnóstico de cáncer con la familia y amigos, cómo pedir apoyo y el tipo de ayuda que necesitarás durante tu tratamiento.
Este video es la historia de un paciente, Stephanie, quien tuvo cáncer de colon.
Después de ver este video, la persona sabrá lo importante que es estar al centro del tratamiento contra el cáncer y tomar decisiones durante su jornada.
Con este video aprenderás la importancia de los ensayos clínicos y como puedes beneficiarte si participas en alguno.
Después de ver este video, la persona comprenderá la importancia de contar con apoyo durante el diagnóstico y tratamiento del cáncer y más allá.
Este video es la historia de un paciente, Andrew, quien tuvo linfoma.
Este video le va a dar al paciente una buena idea de cómo se formula un plan de tratamiento, quién participa para crearlo y cuáles preguntas debe hacer sobre su plan.
Explains what clinical trials are, why they are essential to improving cancer care, how the safety and rights of participants are protected, who is responsible for which costs, and potential risks and benefits of taking part. © National Cancer Institute
Explica la importancia de la donación de tejidos, responde a posibles preocupaciones y anima a los pacientes a que hablen con sus proveedores de cuidados para la salud acerca de la donación de muestras biológicas. © National Cancer Institute
Contiene información sobre las cosas que usted debe saber y tener en cuenta al tomar una decisión de donar sus tejidos para investigación. El tejido puede incluir materiales de su cuerpo tales como piel, cabello, uñas, sangre y orina. © National Cancer Institute
Cancer recurrence is when the cancer you were treated for comes back. This may happen any time after your treatment has finished.
Having cancer once does not mean you won't have cancer again in the future. Anyone who has had cancer has a risk for developing a new kind of cancer someday. This is known as a second cancer.
It can be hard to decide on a treatment for your type of cancer. Before starting treatment, you may want to have a second doctor review your diagnosis and treatment options.
A helpful overview guide to understanding what cancer is.
Lymphedema is a problem that may occur after cancer surgery, or after radiation to the lymph nodes. It has no cure, but you can take steps to reduce or relieve symptoms.
When levels of healthy red blood cells (RBCs) in the body drop to levels that are below normal, the condition is called anemia. Anemia can occur during cancer and its treatment for many reasons.
When you are facing cancer treatment, you may have questions about how cancer care may harm your ability to have children.. Learn how you can take steps to protect your reproductive health.
When you are facing cancer treatment, you may have questions about how cancer care may harm your ability to have children. If you are thinking about having a child at some point, you can take steps to protect your reproductive health.
Lymphedema is a buildup of lymph fluid that causes swelling. It can happen if lymph nodes or lymph vessels are removed or damaged.
You don't have to accept pain as a normal part of having cancer of getting cancer treatment. There are many different medicines available to help you. These medicines come in many forms, including pills, patches, and a special pump. Here's what you need to know.
After cancer treatment ends, you may find that you still feel tired and unable to do the things you want and need to do. Cancer-related fatigue is a very common problem for cancer survivors. It may last for months or even years after cancer treatment ends.
Lymphedema is swelling in part of the body that may occur after cancer surgery or radiation. It's an ongoing (chronic) condition that has no cure. But you can do things to help reduce your risk for lymphedema.
Pain is a common side effect of cancer and cancer treatment. But sometimes people have pain even after cancer is gone and treatment is over. This can cause problems with daily life and make it harder to function or enjoy things.
Cancer treatment often causes mouth problems or affects your oral health. It can cause problems such as sores, pain, infection, saliva changes, and dry mouth.
Peripheral neuropathy is a common problem caused by cancer treatment. Peripheral neuropathy can cause pain, numbness, tingling, and other problems around the body.
You can't fight cancer alone. Reach out. Seek support from family, friends, and others who care about you. Let other people assist you. It can help you feel better both during and after your treatment.
Now that you are facing treatment for cancer, you may have concerns that you want to share. If you do want to talk, you may not know how to start. These ideas may help.
Este video les va a enseñar a las personas la importancia de obtener los nutrientes adecuados durante el tratamiento para el cáncer, y cuales alimentos ayudan a proporcionar esos nutrientes.
Este video va a mostrarles a las personas la importancia de mantenerse hidratados durante el tratamiento contra el cáncer, y cómo tomar suficientes líquidos.
Este video va a mostrarles a las personas la manera de manejar sabores desagradables de comida y bebidas durante el tratamiento del cáncer.
Contiene información sobre los problemas de alimentación que los pacientes podrían tener durante el tratamiento del cáncer y qué hacer para controlarlos. © National Cancer Institute
During cancer treatment, you need enough calories and protein. But the foods you choose can also help you cope with side effects of cancer and its treatment. Here's what you need to know.
Después de ver este video, la persona sabrá que el tratamiento no es el fin y escuchará consejos sobre una vida saludable después del tratamiento.
Con este video aprenderás sobre la importancia de reducir tu riesgo de infecciones durante el tratamiento contra el cáncer.
Con este video aprenderás por qué es importante dejar de fumar si tienes cáncer.
Con este video aprenderás cómo manejar tu diabetes durante tu tratamiento contra el cáncer.
After cancer treatment, eating a healthy diet, staying at a healthy weight, and getting regular physical activity are key parts of your recovery.
A survivorship care plan is a personalized document to help you move forward after cancer treatment.
Many men have changes in their sex life after cancer treatment. You may have both physical and emotional side effects.
Many women have changes in their sex life after cancer treatment. You may have both physical and emotional side effects.
Cancer can affect a man's ability to have children (fertility). A man is considered infertile if he is unable to get a partner pregnant after a year of unprotected sex. Read on to learn more.
Cancer can affect a woman's ability to get pregnant (her fertility). Infertility means a woman is not able to get pregnant through normal sexual activity, or she is unable to carry a baby through pregnancy.
After you finish cancer treatment, what's next? Cancer treatment keeps getting better. Millions of people are now living life after cancer.
Some cancer treatments include taking out a woman's ovaries, or causing them to stop working. This can lead to menopause symptoms that can cause problems with everyday life. But there are things you can do to manage menopause after cancer.
You have rights under federal and state laws to help you buy and keep coverage. But these rights are not comprehensive, and they may vary depending on where you live, what kind of coverage you have or seek, and other factors.
Después de ver este video, la persona comprenderá sobre la dificultad financiera que el tratamiento contra el cáncer representa y la forma para superar este reto.
Aprende con este video lo que es la toxicidad financiera y cómo puede conducir a una mala calidad de vida para los pacientes que tienen cáncer.
Contiene información sobre los sentimientos y las preocupaciones que afectan a las personas con cáncer y a sus familias. © National Cancer Institute
Sugerencias para saber qué decir a los amigos, cómo superar la tensión y en dónde encontrar apoyo; también, información sobre el cáncer y sobre los tratamientos de cáncer, para jóvenes que tienen a uno de sus papás con cáncer. © National Cancer Institute