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Stomach Cancer Radiation Therapy
A treatment for stomach cancer, radiation therapy uses x-rays or other radiation to kill cancer cells. This eMedTV Web page explains how radiation is used to treat stomach cancer and discusses side effects associated with this form of treatment.
In order to better understand and treat stomach cancer, research is being conducted all over the U.S. This eMedTV page discusses stomach cancer research now under way, such as work being done on using biological therapy to treat the disease.
When it comes to stomach cancer, risk factors such as smoking increase one's chances of developing the disease. This eMedTV segment identifies other risk factors for stomach cancer, such as being male or having a family history of the disease.
Stomach cancer screening involves testing people for the disease when they have no symptoms. This eMedTV article discusses tests that may be used in screening for stomach cancer and identifies groups of people who might benefit from such screening.
The stomach cancer stage refers to the extent of the disease. As this eMedTV article explains, it's important to determine the stage of stomach cancer when planning treatment. Stages of stomach cancer include stages 0-IV and recurrent cancer.
Based on stomach cancer statistics, an estimated 22,280 Americans will be diagnosed with the cancer in 2006. This eMedTV resource offers statistics concerning stomach cancer, including survival rates, age-at-diagnosis figures, and prevalence rates.
For people with stomach cancer, support from a variety of sources can make coping with the disease easier. This eMedTV resource discusses support groups and other potential sources of support for those with stomach cancer.
In most cases of stomach cancer, surgery is used to treat the disease. This section of the eMedTV library looks at the different types of surgeries and procedures used to treat stomach cancer, including information about recovery after surgery.
The overall five-year relative stomach cancer survival rate for 1995-2001 was 23.2 percent. This eMedTV segment provides five-year survival rates for stomach cancer, including rates broken out by the stage of the cancer at diagnosis.
For people with stomach cancer, symptoms may include indigestion, nausea, bloody stools, and stomach pain. This eMedTV article lists early symptoms of stomach cancer (such as heartburn) as well as advanced symptoms of the disease (such as jaundice).
In cases of stomach cancer, treatment options may include surgery, chemotherapy, and radiation therapy. This eMedTV article covers many aspects of treatment for stomach cancer, including side effects, follow-up care, and clinical trials.
Stomach Cancer Treatment By Stage
One of the factors doctors consider when planning treatment of stomach cancer is the stage of the disease. This eMedTV page breaks down options for stomach cancer treatment by stage of the disease for stages 0-IV and recurrent cases of the disease.
The most common type of stomach cancer is gastric adenocarcinoma. This eMedTV article discusses stomach cancer types, which also include lymphomas (cancers of the lymphatic system) and sarcomas (cancers of the connective tissue, such as muscle).
The stomach flu is not really a flu at all -- it's a viral infection. This eMedTV article discusses stomach flu in detail, including information about its causes, symptoms, treatment, and prevention.
Stomach Flu and Who It Affects
In studying the stomach flu and who it affects, doctors have found that anyone can get stomach flu. This eMedTV article provides more information on stomach flu, including which viruses tend to affect children more frequently than adults.
There are no proven stomach flu cures other than time. However, this eMedTV article offers suggestions on ways to manage the symptoms of the illness (such as drinking plenty of fluids and getting rest) and links to more information about stomach flu.
A stomach flu diagnosis is made by conducting a physical exam and, in some cases, performing certain tests. This eMedTV article explains the steps involved in diagnosing stomach flu, which also may include reviewing the person's medical history.
In most cases of stomach flu, duration of the illness ranges from 1 to 10 days. This eMedTV resource explains how the type of virus responsible for the stomach flu (such as a rotavirus) may affect the duration of the illness.
Treatment of stomach flu in children often involves oral rehydration. This eMedTV article explains the risks for dehydration associated with the stomach flu and discusses how the illness is diagnosed and treated in children.
As this eMedTV Web page explains, the stomach flu incubation period can be anywhere from 4 hours to 2 days, depending on the virus causing it. This article discusses incubation periods for stomach flu caused by rotavirus and norovirus infections.
In most cases, stomach flu prevention involves minimizing your exposure to stomach flu viruses. This eMedTV article provides suggestions for preventing or reducing exposure to viruses that can cause stomach flu.
In most cases, the stomach flu prognosis is that the patient will experience symptoms for 1 to 10 days. As this eMedTV article points out, however, the prognosis may be worse for certain people who are at an increased risk for dehydration.
In cases of stomach flu, symptoms typically include diarrhea, nausea, and vomiting. This eMedTV segment discusses these and other symptoms of stomach flu, such as fever, chills, and body aches.
Stomach flu transmission may occur through ingesting contaminated food or water. This eMedTV article discusses other common ways in which stomach flu may be transmitted, such as by having direct contact with an infected person.
For people with stomach flu, treatment consists of such things as keeping the body hydrated. This eMedTV article examines other treatment options that can help manage the symptoms of stomach flu while the body fights the infection.
A "stomach virus" does not affect the stomach -- it affects the small intestine. This eMedTV article identifies the four types of viruses that may cause a stomach virus, describes the symptoms they cause, and explains how they are treated.
People don't often stop binge eating on their own -- in most cases, treatment is needed. This page of the eMedTV library describes methods used to help people stop binge eating, including therapy, nutritional counseling, and medication.
Over-the-counter drugs such as Pepto-Bismol may help stop diarrhea in many cases. However, as this eMedTV article explains, such medications will only prolong health problems in people whose diarrhea is caused by a bacterial infection or a parasite.
Stopping Advair abruptly does not cause any problems for most people taking the medication. This eMedTV segment explains what to do if you do abruptly stop taking Advair and discusses when it can be dangerous to stop the medication too quickly.
| Stopping Cataracts |
This multimedia video clip offers a brief overview of cataracts.
It is possible to experience withdrawal symptoms when stopping Wellbutrin XL. This eMedTV page explains that this is more likely when the drug is stopped suddenly, lists potential symptoms, and explains how a doctor can minimize the chances of this.
This eMedTV segment explores Strattera, a prescription drug used to treat ADHD. This page discusses how Strattera works, its potential side effects, and what to tell your doctor before you take it. Stratara is a common misspelling of Strattera.
Strattera is a prescription medication used to treat attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD). This eMedTV Web page gives a general overview of Strattera and links to more information. Stratarra is a common misspelling of Strattera.
Strattera, a prescription medicine, is commonly used for the treatment of ADHD. This eMedTV article offers a more in-depth look at Strattera and its uses, possible side effects, and effects. Stratera is a common misspelling of Strattera.
In previous studies, children and teens with ADHD who took Strattera had significant behavior improvements. This eMedTV Web page discusses Strattera effects and potential side effects. Straterra is a common misspelling of Strattera.
Strattera is a non-stimulant medication that is licensed to treat ADHD in children, teenagers, and adults. This eMedTV page explains in more detail how Strattera works and offers information on its effects, potential side effects, and strengths.
This eMedTV page outlines some precautions related to Strattera and alcohol, such as the importance of drinking only mild-to-moderate amounts of alcohol while taking Strattera and not drinking at all until you know how Strattera affects you.