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Preparing for Hair Loss During Cancer Treatment

April 9, 2017

Losing your hair can be difficult during breast cancer treatment. You have options to try to keep your hair or head coverings that are fun and stylish. Read More

Medically Reviewed by UPMC Magee-Womens Hospital

Categorized as: Cancer Care, Women's Health

Tagged with: breast cancer, chemo, cold caps, hair loss

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The Difference Between Chemo and Radiation

July 25, 2016

Chemotherapy and radiation are two common, highly effective cancer treatment options. Learn more about oncology treatment at UPMC. Read More

Medically Reviewed by UPMC Hillman Cancer Center

Categorized as: Cancer Care

Tagged with: brachytherapy, chemo, chemotherapy, external beam radiation, radiation, radiation therapy, stereotactic radiosurgery

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Medical Mondays: Breast Cancer

March 30, 2015

Read articles from the breast cancer edition of Medical Mondays including coping with chemotherapy, managing lymphedema, and understanding bone marrow. Learn More

Categorized as: Breast Cancer, Cancer Care

Tagged with: bone marrow, breast cancer, breast cancer recovery, breast cancer surgery, breast cancer treatment, chemo, chemotherapy, lymphedema, medical mondays

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How to Cope with Chemo Side Effects

March 26, 2015

Cancer treatment is hard physically and emotionally. Chemo brings its own set of side effects; work with your doctor to develop a complete care plan. Learn More

Categorized as: Cancer Care

Tagged with: acupuncture, cancer, cancer support group, chemo, chemotherapy, depression, medical mondays, nausea, side effects, yoga