After viewing the video, the patient will have a basic understanding of how cancer develops, common treatment options, and that an individualized treatment plan will be developed.
The word "cancer" refers to abnormal cells that grow uncontrollably. Cancer is not a single disease. It can involve any type of cell, anywhere in your body. And it starts with a problem in the cell's genes.
There are many types of cancers. They can behave in very different ways. When a patient is diagnosed with cancer, doctors evaluate and classify the cancer's characteristics. This process is known as cancer "staging." Staging helps doctors design effective cancer treatment plans.
During the course of your cancer treatment, your doctor may tell you that your cancer is in "remission." This is great news, but it isn't the same as saying that you have been cured. There are two types of remission, "partial" and "complete." It is important to fully understand what each diagnosis means.
Watch this video to learn what Metastasis means in cancer care.
Watch this video to learn what Immunotherapy means in cancer care.
Watch this video to learn about what infusion means in cancer care.
Watch this video to learn what port means in cancer care.
Watch this video to learn what a Biopsy means in cancer care.
Watch this video to learn what adjuvant therapy means in cancer care.
Watch this video to learn what T-Cell means in cancer care.
Watch this video to learn what stage means in cancer cancer.
Watch this video to learn the importance of finding and using resources to support your emotional and physical challenges while having cancer treatment.
An oncologist is a doctor who specializes in cancer care. They identify cancer and find ways to treat it. They work closely with you to develop an effective care plan.
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.
This video will list some common emotions people often experience when given a cancer diagnosis, and will offer some tools that can help you manage the anxiety, shock, and depression that comes along with navigating through this time.
A diagnosis of cancer changes your life. It changes the lives of your loved ones, too. It may leave you facing some unexpected challenges. But you don't have to let cancer rob you of your happiness. There are healthy ways to deal with cancer. Here are some coping strategies.
During cancer treatment, you may wonder how things will turn out. Your doctor can tell you how your cancer is likely to affect you. Your doctor also can explain how you may respond to treatment. This is called your cancer "prognosis." Your prognosis helps you make decisions about your care.
As part of your cancer care, your doctor may show you survival statistics. This information can help you understand how your disease is likely to progress. The statistics come from the medical histories of large groups of similar cancer patients.
Finding out you have breast cancer can be shocking. You may feel overwhelmed. You may be unsure of what to do next. So let's stop for a moment, take a deep breath and look at the path ahead.
It's difficult to find out you have breast cancer when you're pregnant. You worry about your health, and the health of your baby. Treatment can be complex. Let's talk about the road ahead.
Watch this video to learn how to share your cancer diagnosis with family and friends, how to ask for support, and the kinds of support you need during treatment.
This video is a patient story about Stephanie, who had colon cancer.
After watching this video, the viewer will know the importance of being at the center of their cancer treatment and making decisions along their journey.
After watching this video, the viewer will understand the importance of clinical trials and if they may want to ask their healthcare team about getting into one.
After watching this video, the viewer will understand the importance of having support during cancer diagnosis and treatment and beyond.
This video is a patient story about Andrew, who had lymphoma.
This video will give the patient a good idea of how a treatment plan is created, who is involved in putting the plan together and what questions to ask about your plan.
As part of your cancer treatment, you may have the option to take part in a clinical trial. This is a study of a drug or a procedure, usually one that has not yet been approved for widespread use. Clinical trials help doctors determine which treatments are effective and which are not.
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
Explains the importance of tissue donation, addresses potential concerns, and encourages patients to speak with their healthcare provider about donating samples. © National Cancer Institute
Explains what tissue donation is and covers things you should know and think about when deciding to donate your tissue to research. Tissue can include materials from your body such as skin, hair, nails, blood, and urine. © 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.
Congratulations, you've finished your cancer treatment. Instead of frequent doctor visits and test results, you can finally start living again. But you may find that life just feels different now. So let's take a few minutes to look at the road ahead.
This video will teach people the importance of getting the proper nutrients during cancer treatment, and which foods will help them get those nutrients.
This video will teach people the importance of staying hydrated during cancer treatment, and how to get enough fluids.
This video will teach viewers how to manage unpleasant food and drink tastes during cancer treatment.
Covers how diet needs differ for people with cancer, common eating problems that may occur, tips for handling food safely during treatment, how health care providers can help manage eating problems, and tips for managing problems at home. © National Cancer Institute
After watching this video, the viewer will know that treatment is not the end and hear some tips on healthy living after treatment.
Watch this video to know the importance of reducing your risks of infections during cancer treatment.
Watch this video to learn the importance of quitting smoking if you have cancer.
Watch this video to learn how to manage your diabetes during cancer treatment.
A survivorship care plan is a personalized document to help you move forward after cancer treatment.
After you finish cancer treatment, what's next? Cancer treatment keeps getting better. Millions of people are now living life after cancer.
After watching this video, the viewer will understand the financial hardship cancer treatment brings to many and ways to overcome this challenge.
Watch this video to learn what financial toxicity is and how it can lead to a poor quality of life for cancer patients.
Covers the feelings and concerns of people with cancer and their families. © National Cancer Institute
Tips on what to say to your friends, how to deal with stress, and where to find support - as well as information about cancer and cancer treatments, for young people who have a parent with cancer. © National Cancer Institute
