Cancer Care

The word “cancer” can stir fear, anxiety, and shock. Our cancer-related articles, videos, guides, and graphics help educate you about the many kinds of cancer and what those facing these diseases can expect. Learn about symptoms, screenings, treatment options, coping methods, and more, all from the cancer care experts at UPMC.

Here, you’ll find information about:

Ways To Help Prevent Cancer.
Tips for Cancer Caregivers and Survivors.
Spotting the Signs and Symptoms of Cancer.
Types of Head and Neck Cancer.
Facts on Prevention, Treatment, and Cancer Care.
Environmental Causes of Cancer.
Radiosurgery Treatment Options.
Benefits of Robotic Surgery for Cancer.
Cervical and Ovarian Cancers.
Low Blood Platelet Count: What Does it Mean?
How Oncology Rehab Provides Relief for Cancer Patients.
Much More.

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UV Protection: Dressing Safe in the Sun

June 2, 2015

Sunscreen is important in protecting your skin from harmful UV rays. Certain clothing can also offer UV protection. Learn how you can protect yourself. Read More

Medically Reviewed by UPMC Hillman Cancer Center
Categorized as: Cancer Care, Skin Care
Tagged with: sun damage, sun safety, sunglasses, sunscreen, uv protection
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How Cancer Can Affect Your Self Image

May 14, 2015

Cancer diagnosis and treatment can impact how you view yourself in multiple ways, including physically, emotionally, and socially. Find ways to cope with i Read More

Medically Reviewed by UPMC Hillman Cancer Center
Categorized as: Cancer Care
Tagged with: cancer, cancer changes, hair loss, lymphedema, physical changes, self image, stress
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Alcohol and Liver Cancer: How Does Drinking Affect Your Liver

May 8, 2015

Heavy alcohol use is linked to liver problems, including increasing one's risk of liver cancer. Learn more about how alcoholincreases your chance of cancer Learn More

Categorized as: Cancer Care, Living and Wellness
Tagged with: alcohol, aspirin, binge drinking, cirrhosis, hepatitis, liver cancer, liver cancer risk, liver disease
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Medical Mondays: Pancreatic Cancer

April 27, 2015

In this edition of Medical Mondays, learn more about pancreatic cancer, including Whipple surgery and what to expect after pancreatic surgery. Learn More

Categorized as: Cancer Care, Pancreatic Cancer
Tagged with: cancer, heredity, medical mondays, Pancreas, pancreatic cancer, pancreatic cancer symptoms, robotic surgery, Whipple surgery
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Infographic: Pancreatic Cancer Facts and Figures

April 26, 2015

There are two types of pancreatic cancer. Find out more about the risks, symptoms, and the different stages of pancreatic cancer with our infographic. View Infographic

Medically Reviewed by UPMC Hillman Cancer Center
Categorized as: Cancer Care, Pancreatic Cancer
Tagged with: cancer, cancer risk, cancer statistics, endocrine tumors, exocrine tumors, infographic, medical mondays, Pancreas, pancreatic cancer, pancreatic cancer symptoms
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Traditional vs. Robotic Pancreatic Surgery

April 24, 2015

Learn more about the differences between traditional and robotic whipple surgery. Find out more about the benefits of minimally invasive pancreatic surgery Learn More

Categorized as: Cancer Care, Pancreatic Cancer
Tagged with: da Vinici Surgical system, medical mondays, minimally invasive, minimally invasive surgery, pancreatic cancer, pancreatic surgery, robotic surgery, robotic whipple surgery, Whipple surgery
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Whipple Surgery: What You Need to Know

April 23, 2015

If you have been diagnosed with pancreatic cancer, your physician may recommend a procedure called Whipple surgery, also known as pancreatoduodenetomy. Read More

Medically Reviewed by UPMC Hillman Cancer Center
Categorized as: Cancer Care
Tagged with: medical mondays, operation, Pancreas, pancreatic cancer, robotic whipple surgery, Whipple procedure, Whipple surgery
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Is Pancreatic Cancer Hereditary?

April 21, 2015

If a parent had pancreatic cancer, will you develop the disease too? Find out if pancreatic cancer is hereditary & how genetic counseling may help Read More

Medically Reviewed by UPMC Hillman Cancer Center
Categorized as: Cancer Care, Pancreatic Cancer
Tagged with: cancer screening, family, genetic, genetic screening, genetic testing, hereditary, medical mondays, obesity, pancreatic cancer, risk, smoker
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What to Expect After Pancreatic Surgery

April 19, 2015

Surgery to treat pancreatic cancer can remove cancerous tumors and has the potential to extend life. Learn more about pancreatic surgery from the experts at UPMC. Read More

Medically Reviewed by UPMC
Categorized as: Cancer Care, Pancreatic Cancer
Tagged with: complications, medical mondays, operation, pancreatic cancer, pancreatic surgery, postsurgical, robotic whipple surgery, surgery complications, Whipple surgery