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  1. Early Mammary Cancer in Cats: Signs & Treatment

    Learn why early discovery of feline mammary tumors is crucial and how informed decisions about care directly impact your cat’s health and prognosis.

    By Kristen Nussbaum
  2. Multiple Myeloma Bone Lesions: Causes, Symptoms, & Treatment

    Learn how multiple myeloma disrupts the natural process of bone maintenance and discover the medical strategies used to diagnose and manage skeletal health.

    By Justin Hernandez
  3. What Is T-VEC and How Does It Fight Cancer?

    T-VEC is an oncolytic virus therapy for melanoma that uses a modified virus to destroy tumors directly and help the immune system fight cancer systemically.

    By Linnea Aziz
  4. What to Know About the Delphian Lymph Node

    Learn about the Delphian lymph node, a sentinel node in the neck whose condition offers key insights into the health and status of the thyroid gland.

    By James Hastings
  5. T1c Breast Cancer: Diagnosis, Treatment, and Prognosis

    A T1c breast cancer diagnosis involves more than just tumor size. Explore how individual biological factors guide a tailored approach to care and prognosis.

    By Raquel Ortega
  6. Kidney Cancer Misdiagnosis: Causes and What to Do

    Diagnosing a kidney mass involves complexities that can lead to error. Understand the reasons for diagnostic uncertainty and the steps for ensuring an accurate evaluation.

    By Anna Mayer
  7. How Accurate Is the Oncotype DX Test for Breast Cancer?

    This genomic test for breast cancer provides a personalized risk assessment, helping to clarify whether chemotherapy is a beneficial part of a treatment plan.

    By Raquel Ortega
  8. Tumorigenicity: What It Is and Why It’s a Medical Concern

    Understand tumorigenicity, the cellular potential to form tumors, and why assessing this biological property is essential for medical safety and research.

    By Elizabeth C. Owens
  9. BRG1 Protein: Its Function in Cancer and Development

    Learn how the BRG1 protein’s function in organizing DNA is fundamental to both healthy cellular development and the prevention of certain cancers.

    By Hiwot Tesfaye
  10. New Findings on Alcohol and Breast Cancer Risk

    Emerging research offers a more detailed understanding of the connection between alcohol and breast cancer, clarifying how consumption impacts risk at a biological level.

    By Min-ji Turner
  11. Lacrimal Gland Tumor: Types, Symptoms, and Treatment

    Learn how growths in the lacrimal gland are diagnosed and managed. This overview covers the medical evaluation process and how tumor type informs treatment.

    By Gary Hecht
  12. What Are the Causes of Breast Cancer in Unmarried Women?

    Discover the factors that influence breast cancer risk, clarifying the science behind correlations with genetics, reproductive history, and overall health.

    By Min-ji Turner
  13. Cardiac Myxoma: Symptoms, Causes, and Surgical Treatment

    Learn about cardiac myxoma, a rare, non-cancerous heart tumor. Understand the diagnostic journey, the definitive role of surgery, and the excellent prognosis.

    By Anthony Webb
  14. What Is FLOT Chemotherapy for Gastric Cancer?

    Explore the FLOT regimen, an evidence-based chemotherapy given perioperatively to improve outcomes for patients with resectable gastric cancer.

    By Santiago Vargas