Mesothelioma survivor: Why I support fecal transplant research
When I started immunotherapy for mesothelioma at MD Anderson last year, I wasn’t concerned about colitis as a possible side effect. I was just grateful to have access to the latest treatment option for my disease. I was also relieved that I wouldn’t have to worry about losing my hair due to chemotherapy.
But once I developed colitis, the fecal transplant procedure I had through a clinical trial at MD Anderson is what finally resolved...
What do your lab test results mean?
Ever logged into MyChart to check on some lab test results, then just stared blankly at the screen once you saw them? You’re not alone. ...
6 things to know about peritoneal mesothelioma
Peritoneal mesothelioma is a rare and aggressive cancer that affects the lining of the abdomen, known as the peritoneum. Although they’ve...
What is hyperthermic intraperitoneal chemotherapy (HIPEC)?
Hyperthermic intraperitoneal chemotherapy (HIPEC) is an innovative type of cancer treatment. During this procedure, doctors perform a surgery and apply chemotherapy directly to the area impacted by cancer, instead of giving it through an IV or as a pill. HIPEC isn’t widely performed yet, but it’s shown positive results for some cancers that have been hard to treat.
To learn more, we spoke with stomach cancer surgeon Brian Badgwell...
What to know about mesothelioma
Mesothelioma is a rare cancer that’s most commonly found in the lining of the lungs or abdomen, but it can also start in the lining of the...
Q&A: Focus on Mesothelioma
Mesothelioma is a rare cancer that starts in the cells lining certain parts of the body, especially the chest and abdomen. Primary risk factors...