Myxoid liposarcoma is a rare cancer that accounts for about 30% to 40% of liposarcoma cases. This makes it the second most common type of liposarcoma.
Here, I’ll share more about myxoid liposarcoma, including symptoms, prognosis and why early diagnosis is important.
Myxoid liposarcoma growth rates varyMyxoid liposarcoma gets its name based on how the tumor cells look under a microscope. The cells produce a myxoid, or mucus-like...
I’ve been coming to MD Anderson for almost 11 years now, because I have a rare genetic condition called Li-Fraumeni Syndrome. It puts me at...
Genetic disorders can be really scary, but learning that I have one probably saved my life. It also led me to my current career. As a fundraiser...
During the past year, dozens of our patients and caregivers have shared their stories with us. Some dealt with proving a terminal diagnosis wrong. Others involved struggles with a challenging treatment, or making the best of life after cancer. The one thing they all have in common is hope.
Here are some of our patients’ most inspiring tales from 2019. Our wish is that they will bring you hope, too.
Tongue cancer survivor...
Liposcarcoma survivor Tom Gattle has never let his amputated shoulder stop him from doing the things he loves. He goes fly fishing with a...
Before my liposarcoma diagnosis in November 2017, I was spending a lot of time at the gym. My focus was on improving my physical strength...