Understanding chondrosarcoma: symptoms, treatment and prognosis
Chondrosarcoma is a rare type of bone cancer that develops in cartilage cells. It is the most common bone cancer in adults.
Conventional chondrosarcoma is the most common type of chondrosarcoma. These tumors are often located in the pelvis and the top part of the thigh and arm.
To learn more about chondrosarcoma, including symptoms to look out for, treatment options and prognosis, we tapped the experts: sarcoma medical oncologist...
Chondrosarcoma survivor returns to hiking after internal hemipelvectomy, physical therapy
Steve Olejniczak had been dealing with pain in his right hip for years before he saw a doctor in late 2019. When he did, doctors said he had...
Young adult chondrosarcoma survivor: MD Anderson helped me avoid amputation
At age 21, most people are still discovering who they are. But I was being treated at MD Anderson for osteochondroma-associated de-differentiated...
One-of-a-kind titanium ribs give chondrosarcoma survivor his life back
Months after his chondrosarcoma treatment at another hospital, Chuck Lichtman developed a life-altering hernia. It made it hard to move, sleep comfortably or even breathe. But three MD Anderson surgeons came together to give Chuck a one-of-a-kind solution that ensured that the hernia – and its distressing side effects – wouldn’t return.
“I got my life back,” he says. “I’m the most fortunate guy...
Chondrosarcoma survivor helps other patients find their strength
In early 2009, Hilary McQuiston-Fall was enjoying an active lifestyle full of outdoor activities in San Francisco, California. But when the...
My chondrosarcoma journey: It takes a team
Around April 2015, I started to experience mild headaches. They weren’t unmanageable, but they kept lingering. At the time, I didn’t think...
Chondrosarcoma patient: Dealing with pre-appointment anxiety and doubt
The thoughts start kicking in about a week before I leave for MD Anderson. Once I've finished all the practical preparations, I struggle to...
Chondrosarcoma patient: Thank you, cancer
Thank you, cancer. Yes, I'm serious when I say that. No, I haven't lost my mind. And I haven't discovered a strange, new side...