What is anal dysplasia? Causes, treatment and outlook
Anal dysplasia is a condition in which cells in the anal canal change and become abnormal. Anal dysplasia is not cancer. But it can turn into anal cancer over time.
We spoke with colon and rectal surgeon Craig Messick, M.D., to learn more about anal dysplasia, including what causes it and how it’s treated.
What causes anal dysplasia?The human papillomavirus (HPV) is the cause of all anal squamous cell dysplasia.
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10 years of EndTobacco
What’s in a name? For MD Anderson’s EndTobacco™ Program, it’s an ambitious commitment to tackling an issue that extends far beyond Texas.<...
Breast cancer survivor’s mindset and trust in doctors got her through treatment
Kristy Mouton started getting annual mammograms at age 26 due to a family history of breast cancer. Her results had always been normal. But...
What to know about nicotine pouches
Nicotine pouches first became available in the U.S. almost a decade ago. Today, they are the second most used tobacco product among high school students, according to the 2024 National Youth Tobacco Survey, with 1.8% of respondents having used nicotine pouches in the past 30 days.
And recently, nicotine pouches have been in the headlines after the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) approved an application allowing some to be marketed...
Should you do Dry January? Experts weigh in
January is a popular time to reflect on health goals and habits. After the holiday season’s many opportunities for celebratory drinks and...
6 breast cancer myths you shouldn’t believe
Can wearing underwire bras cause breast cancer? What about using antiperspirants containing aluminum or eating foods made with soybeans? ...
6 pap smear questions, answered
It's a procedure that goes by many names: Pap smear, Papanicolaou test, Pap test, cytology or simply a ‘Pap.’
At MD Anderson, we refer...
Proton therapy saved my ability to taste during treatment for tongue cancer
For Carlos Morera, the only symptom of oral cancer was a small lump beneath his jaw when shaving.
With a history of cancer, he knew...
Vitamin D deficiencies: What to know
Vitamin D is often associated with sunshine, but getting outside isn’t the only way to get its benefits. Vitamin D is also found in some foods...
What to know after learning you have a BRCA mutation
Finding out you are at an increased risk for cancer can feel especially personal – not to mention urgent – when it's due to genetics like...