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  • A crying elderly woman with cancer is comforted by a caretaker. Pancreatic cancer is an abnormal growth of cells in the pancreas. It is difficult to detect early, making treatment tough at later stages.

    Pancreatic Cancer | Symptoms and treatment

    What is pancreatic cancer?  Pancreatic cancer is a disease in which cancer cells form on your pancreas. Your pancreas is an organ. It is located behind your stomach and in front of your spine. It produces juices that break down food and control blood…

  • A swollen foot caused by lymphedema. Lymphedema occurs when there is excess fluid inside your body. It causes swelling in your arms, legs, fingers, and toes.

    Lymphedema

    Lymphedema is a condition often caused by cancer treatment or surgery. It results in swelling of the lymph nodes located…

  • Cancer: Medical Vocabulary

    When you are diagnosed with cancer, it can be overwhelming. You have your feelings to deal with, plus a whole…

  • multigenerational family takes a walk on a country road

    Cancer: Helping Your Family Help You

    Asking your family members for help during this time benefits both you and them. Members of your family want to…

  • picture of dying man and children

    Cancer: End-of-Life Issues for the Caregiver

    Information for caregivers about preparing for a loved one’s end-of-life issues, such as care options, legal documents, and funeral…

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    After Cancer Treatment

    Returning to normal after finishing cancer treatment could mean adjusting to a new idea of what normal is. There are…