Bone cancer? Recently I found out that my sister has bone cancer. First they found a brain tumor, and after running tests they also found out she has bone cancer. They are saying that the tumor is a malignant melanoma. My sister is only 29 and has dealt w/ hardships her entire life. Her mother (we only share the same dad) drank heavily while she was pregnant and when she was born she didn't recieve oxygen for too long which resulted in brain damage. She is not retarded but she has problems w/ motor skill and speech. I guess I'm just wondering what anyone can tell me about bone cancer, are there treatment options, and how long is someone w/ bone cancer expected to live? Thanks I'm not sure if I was right about the malignant melanoma wording or not but either way she has a brain tumor

What are the odds of winning a battle against bone cancer? Someone very close to me has bone cancer, and I was wondering if it is really serious. Though all cancers are.

What is the prognosis for bone cancer? How fast does it spread? Where does it usually spread first? How long does it take to see symptoms after getting the cancer? What is the usual mortality rate after diagnosis? My brother in law just told the family he has bone cancer and has weeks to live he won't tell much more won't tell anything more. Thank you to anyone who can help me to understand this apparently virulent cancer.

What do you think of Zometa infusions every month for bone Cancer treatment? I have bone cancer and am currently getting Zometa infusions every month for treatment. Some say that Zometa builds up in you bones and it is not necessary to get it every month. This treatment has been given for approx one (1) year.

How to cure secondary level bone cancer for a 68 years old patient? My mom suffers from Secondary level bone cancer. She was having pain in the beginning say for about 2 months. We left it as it is bcoz of her age factor generally pain comes. But now on investigation we found it is cancer. We are not able to find out the primary level. Any medicines that can cure cancer? Now if she gets pain we give proxyvan and omez. She also consumes Amilodipin for BP. She has been given Radiation for only 7 days and doctors informed that is the final treatment that they can offer. Please help me.

Is there a link between Anklosing Spondylitis and Cancer? Can the symptoms for AS be similar to bone cancer? A close friend is waiting on results of an MRI scan which is going to take a long time, and although doctors believe she has spondylitis (not full blown ankylosing spondylitis, an offshoot of it) I think she is worried it may be bone cancer... Can anyone tell me if these 2 illnesses are obviously different or if the doctors are perhaps predicting the lesser of 2 evils so as not to worry her in the meantime?

What is the prognosis for adenocarcinoma with bone cancer? I hope someone can help. Recently a close friend of mine who had beaten breast cancer(she had been cancer free for 5 years) was diagnosed with cancer of the outer lung and bone cancer. The doctors are telling her that they will be doing chemotherapy once a month only. There is another treatment (hormonal) that they want to try, but they're worried because she has not finished menopause. Can anyone tell me what the prognosis is when you have both of these cancers?

what is the life expectancy for bone cancer that is not spread and no chemo or radiation is taken? my mother in law is being tested for bone cancer and we wont know anything until next week but the family is very concerned. she is 84 and if it comes back positive,(which the doctors think it will), she will not take any treatment. We are wondering what this will do to her body as far as affects and weakness. She is already very week and sleeps alot.

How efective is Erbitux for a methastasic bone cancer? What can I expect? The methastasic bone cancer is from an unknown primary without any organ compromised, till now we know his liver has cells but is working normally wihtout any simptom. We have 2 years with this problem one looking for what was the desease and other one with the diagnosis. He is in good shape now, when he´s not in pain.

what are the medical food that are best suited for a stage four bone cancer patient? my grandmother is having a bone cancer stage four and i want her to live for a long period of time. pls answer my question.

Are there any alternative natural herbs for bone cancer? My wifes uncle in Honduras has bone cancer and not much money to fight it. I was wondering if there are natural herbs or methods to fight this disease.

How hard is it to get med waiver for army nat guard husband had bone cancer at 3 yr removed no problem now 36? Husband is enlisting in Army National Guard, went through MEPS and is now waiting for a medical waiver. He is 36 now and had a childhood bone cancer when he was 3 years old. It was removed and there haven't been any problems since. What is the likelihood that his waiver will be approved?

Is there any chances of getting bone cancer by punching regularly on wall? I am a boxer and I punch regularly on wall.IS there any chance of getting bone cancer by this practice?

Do anybody know where to get more information on Bone Cancer? Websites, books, magazines,and etc.! I'm doing my report on Bone Cancer. It has 3 kinds of bone cancer. But I want a lot of stuff. I have to do a presentation. It as to be 5 to 10 minutes. That is all I need.

Are there any can afford treatments that could cure bone cancer stage four? i love my grandmother but she is dying with bone cancer stage four. She don't know either she has that kind of ilness. We are keeping that as a secret. We want some help. We want her to be cured. Can you help us? We don't have so much money her to undergo such expensives therapies. Are there any can afford alternatives to cure her! please help us!

Is there a herbal remedy for dogs with bone cancer? My boxer has bone cancer and I was wondering if there was any herbal remedy she can take to help her?

how common is bone cancer in dogs? I am in shock, my not quite 6 yr old Doberman had to be put to sleep recently after being diagnosed with bone cancer just 3 weeks prior. It escalated so quickly and he was in such pain. Is this common?

Treatment options for bullmastiff with bone cancer in front leg & hip dysplasia in back hips? Any homeopathic? The dog is only 6 years old and appeared to be healthy. Brought him to the vet because he was limping. Vet found a tumor in his bone on the front leg. Had a biopsy done but am still waiting on the results. Vet is pretty sure that it is bone cancer. Has anyone had any success with treatments. I don't think amputation is a good option because of his hips. Any thoughts are appreciated.

Can anybody tell me the cause of bone cancer? I just want to knnow the cause of bone cancer and does it occurs due to fracture?

What is BONE CANCER exactly, and does it always come? accompanied by a previous kind of cancer? I've known of people who develop bone cancer, but only after having gotten other cancers before. Also why and how is it terminal?

does anyone know what it means if you have bone cancer and your left side goes numb? My grandfather has been diagnosed with bone cancer. He lost feeling to his left side and I was wondering if anyone has either heard of this or knows anything about it!

does anyone have any ideas what the prognosis is for bone cancer? My dad has lung cancer which has spread to his bones but he is not really telling us what the doctors have told him about his prognosis other than that all they all can do is try to keep him comfortable. I need to know so I can then make plans to be near him as we live hundreds of miles apart.

Symptoms and treatments of bone cancer? I have a tender growing lump on my rib cage. I'm waiting for a cat scan results. I was wondering what are the symptoms of bone cancer and what are the tests? Can a cat scan show if there is some sort of cancer there? I had an x ray done and it came back clear but my doctor is still concerend as am I. I can feel the lump threw my skin and its tender to touch and does not more. Its extreamly hard.

Can an asthma inhaler give you bone cancer? I heard from someone that a prolonged use of asthma inhaler is dangerous... It will give you a bone cancer.. IS that so?

my 10 year old doberman has bone cancer. i am looking for any natural medicines that might help her pain? she has tablets the vet has given her and he said it was early stages. as i want her to stay with me as long as possible i would love any suggestions that could help keep her as pain free as possible for as long as i can. Or would anyone know a website for cancer in animals, alternative cures,pain management in animals. Anything along these lines would be appreciated.

will a spayed dog get bone cancer? one of my friends told me not to spay my next dog because spaying will make her fat, increase her chances of getting bone cancer, and make her incontinent. She said it is not worth getting a dog spayed. She has had dogs her entire life and I am pretty new to dogs. So is this all true?

Is it possible for a man to receive chemo for bone cancer in his vertebrea for 21/2 yrs.? My friend tells me he had prostate cancer & it spread to his bones in the vertebrea. He has multiple little tumors. He is getting chemo for 2 1/2 yrs. Isn't that a long time with no rest in between? Is this possible. I am doubting that he even has cancer at all.

My lab mastiff mix had to be put to sleep as a result of bone cancer. Rocky was a big wonderful playful chap . And was blessed with a great since of humor. Im amost afraid to get another large breede of dog because of my concerns of the bone cancer it is terrible to watch and its difficult to care for your pet as the end approches ( very sad ). Just wondering is bone cancer common in the larger breed of dogs or is was it just a randon condition in my Rocky.

Does your soy milk contain carrageenan? Does carageenan promote bone cancer, etc, or is this untrue? I recently became Vegan.. I just finished my first carton of soy milk the other day and realized it had this ingredient! I also bought brown rice milk just yesterday and it also has this ingredient. I am planning to buy soy milk/brown rice milk that does not contain this ingredient next time. Am I doing the right thing?

How can you tell if you have lupus or bone cancer? A blood test was taken and this was in some of the results. What are some treatments?

I would like some info about bone cancer? I have been dating this guy, and he told me he has skin, bone, and thyroid cancer. He has not had any treatment for either of them.He looks good healthy works as a roofer never sick. physical a few weeks ago with complete blood work , the DR said blood looked perfect. HUH? PERFECT? Is that normal or am I'm a moron for believing him? No jokes please. I already feel like an idiot.

For a dog with inoperable bone cancer, know any nutrients/aids to extend a healthy lifestyle? A 9 year old Great Dane, any knowledge is helpful! Food? Excersize? Prayer?

What are the ribbon colors for Liver, Lung, and Bone Cancer? I'm doing a cancer walk tomorrow, and I want to wear the three ribbon colors that symbolize my dad's cancers. I really miss him, so I just want to walk in his memory. Thanks.

can you please tell me what are the technological advancement in the field of bone cancer? I'M WORKING ON A PROJECT WHICH IS ABOUT THE TECHNOLOGICAL ADVANCEMENT OF SCIENCE IN THE FIELDS OF DISEASE AND I HAVE CHOSEN BONE CANCER.

How many people are killed per year in United states about bone cancer?

What is the percentage of people who survive secondary bone cancer? Also if they are over 65 and? just survived or are continuing treatment for breast cancer?

What are the chances of survival for a loved one with Bone marrow cancer? Originally it was thought to be a broken hip then later blood work and a diagnosis of Multiple Myleoma. Chemotherapy has started and I know it will cause him to be tired and have flu like symptoms for some time. He is also having pain in the knee on the same side as the bad hip, how quickly does the cancer spread?

My best friend has bone marrow cancer. whats the chances of survival? he has a chance to live doesent he? i mean hes only 18 do alot of people survive bone marrow cancer?

What is the prognosis for secondary bone cancer in an otherwise healthy woman? The primary cancer was breast cancer; 8 years ago. It was an aggressive cancer. Now there are "suspicious" spots (small) on L-3 and L-4 disc and on one rib.

What is the current bone cancer treatment for patients? Not counting Radiation & Chemo.

Where to go to get help, for renal/bone cancer woman with no insurance? Have applied for SS, told 24 month waiting period to be eligible for medicare. Wife won't survive that long. Please help this desperate handicap husband find the help his wife of 31 yrs. needs. Please pray for this loving couple. Thank-you! Have already contacted Sen. Lindsay Grahams office,was denied help appeal to expediate being worked on by his office. How can we get a plea letter into Pres. Bush's hands? Any help appreciated!

What are the signs of bone cancer to look for in a painful finger of a sixty year old?

my dad has bowel and bone cancer continous bleeding from the bowel that cant be stopped how long till he goes? he was admitted to hospital a few days ago and was taken off treatment and just put on pain medication. he can hardly talk and cant walk. we have all gone to see him and said our good byes im just glad he got to meet his grand kids a few more times. i wish i could be with my mum during this time it is hard on everyone.

Is Sufjan Stevens song "Casimir Pulaski Day" a true story? Did he really love a girl who died of bone cancer? just wondering because i couldn't find anything about it on the net.

What are some of the things that can give dogs (preferably Yorkies) bone cancer?

How common is bone cancer in rats?

Can creatine effect your high doses. if it does can that give you bone cancer? Can creatine effect your high doses. if it does can that give you bone cancer?

What are the chances of surviving back bone cancer?

Does anyone know about bone cancer, best treatment and best hospital? She finished her 6 months treatment for breast cancer and everything was reported normal for 3 months then she started to feel pain in her backbone again and when doctors tested again then it was bone cancer. Now she is having first of 6 kemo therapy.

Anyone familar with bone cancer that begins in the leg? If so what were the symptoms and I would like to hear your story of yourself or any family memebers.

What happens when cancer moves from breast to bone and then head? After breast removal, cancer spread to bones then to head.

Cancer . . .????????????????? do you have to have cemo for all types of cancer or are there somethat doesn't require it?? Also, what types of cancer are genetic and do both of your parents have to carry it for you to get it or does only one need to?? Please help me! My mom had 2 types of cancer and I don't know if my father did or not because I do not know who he is. Please help! Please!!

How is it possible that healthy people can get cancer? Despite healthy people eating the right and healthy foods with good exercise, how is it possible that these people who take good care of themselves get cancer? But isn't it suppose to be the other way around? In other words, I mean that people who don't take care of their health and eat fatty, unhealthy foods get cancer. I doesn't make sense when healthy people like healthy non-smoking, healthy people get lung cancer. I know the causes of cancer is to eat unhealthy foods and not do many healthy activities. But my question is...... What is the cause of lung cancer for people who are non-smokers and take good care of their health? The wife the actor Christopher Reeve(Dana Reeve) died from lung cancer even though she was a non-smoker and a very healthy person. When you choose to answer my question, don't answer with "that's how life is" or "that's the way it is" or "life is unfair". Please give a specific and elaborate answer to my question. Is nature responsible?

What is the difference between Colon Cancer and Intestinal Cancer? And how does one get screened for Intestinal cancer? Colon cancer runs in my family and I have a colonoscopy every year. But I found out that a close relative has Intestinal cancer.

Why does cancer appear in some places more frequently than others? For example, people get tumors in their lungs, bladder, stomach, intestines, brain, breasts,and other organs but you never see anyone developing cancer on their fingers, feet, thighs, etc... Cancer is suppose to be able to develop on any tissue in the body so why does it appear more frequently in certain areas? Can someone please explain this to me, I really want to know.

What type of cancer starts at the cervix and spreads to the lympy nodes in your back? Ok my friend moms has got cancer she almost died this past spring so what type of cancer spreads from the cervix and spreads to the lympy nodes in in her neck.Two weeks ago couldn't breath and had to be rushed to the hospital.How long does a person live with that.I know intill the good lord takes her away and alot of times the doctor can tell you that you have so long to live but alot of times there wrong.Can someone help me out.

What causes skin cancer and what are the effects? Well, I am 13, and I have gotten two severe sunburns this past month. My mom said they were pretty bad, and they can cause skin cancer in the future. Is this really true? If not what are the real causes of skin cancer? What are the effects?

How do I plan a cancer walk for my school? Next year, I want to plan to have a cancer walk that students can participate in, but I have never been in charge of planning a cancer walk before. What advice do you have? Who can I get in contact with to do this? Should other people be allowed into the cancer walk? Should we put together teams to walk that day? Any suggestions are appreciated and will be taken seriously. dink2925, I am perfectly aware of the way cancer has affected and changed our society. I have many loved ones who have been diagnosed with the cancer throughout my 14 years of existence, and I have decided to raise awareness to this and to do raise money to help provide treatment for these people. I am doing something about a major illness in the United States, something that I believe is just as important as picking up trash on the side of the road.

What is the difference between metastasized brain cancer and cancer that started in the brain? My mother had lung cancer a year ago and although it has not returned, she now has a tumor in her brain the size of a dime. It is cancerous .... so what is the prognosis and what is the difference between this type of brain cancer (where it originated in the lungs) and brain cancer that originiates in the brain. Also, what is the prognosis?

What are the symptoms of cancer? How can someone diagnose if he has cancer? Just wondering what the symptoms of cancer are? How can a person recongnize if he/she might have cancer? Is there any way you can tell in general? What instructions/advices/recommendations could you give? Additional info would be helpful! Thanks! What should I do if I want to make sure I don't have cancer?

How long does cancer exist?When was the first case diagnosed and what type of cancer was it? Okay I just want to know if cancer has been around forever. Can someone give me more info on this disease's origin.

What are three factors that affect breast cancer penetrance? What are three factors that affect breast cancer penetrance? (Penetrance is defined as the likelihood of cancer when a cancer predisposing mutation is present). Will award points to the person who answers the question most accurately. Thanks!

How are cancer cells similar to normal cells, and how are they different? I know that a similarity would be cells regenerate, and a difference would be cancer cells grow uncontrollably. Is there anything else?

What are the signs that cancer is terminal? I know close to nothing about cancer. My mum has been recently diagnosed with breast cancer, and from the state she is in, my view is that it is too late for any treatment. (Sorry for being vague here, I find it too difficult to describe her body. She is physically extremely weak already). All sorts of tests are being done currently to assess the situation. Before the doctors give us some feed back, I am just wondering if anybody has experiences to relate. Also, do you know of people who have been saved with chemio "at the last minute"? (In her case, it is too late for all other treatments, as doctors told her). Thank you.

What are some alternatives to Cancer Treatment Centers of America? My co-worker's brother has cancer, and Cancer Treatment Centers of America is not accepted by his insurance. What other options are available? My Co-worker's brother has cancer, and his insurance does not accept Cancer Treatment Centers of America. He lives in Virginia, but somewhere in North Carolina should be ok also. Thank you so much.

What does it mean when you have breast cancer in three different areas? My friend just found out that she has breast cancer in her right breast but three different lump types of cancer in one breast, and it has effected her lymph nodes at least two of them. What are her chances and what stage cancer would that be? She is going to be having a mascetomy and chemo.

What is life expectancy once metastatic cancer is found in the bones and lungs? The primary source of cancer has not been found. The cancer is in a male age 65.

How do pathologists tell where a cancer is migrating from in the body? How do they know that it comes from a particular organ if it is in the lymph nodes? Does each type of cancer have a cancer print? Is there a machine that can detect this?

How many times do you think a person has cancer and the body fixes itself? There is no right or wrong, because it is basically hypothetical. Let's just say, cancer of the liver, how many times has the body defeated the cancer before the cancer wins and starts to attack the body?. Personally, I think several times at least. Personally, I think several times at least.

What exactly is cancer and how does it start? How does cancer start in your skin?

What is the best donation for cancer research? My friend's brother has been diagnosed with cancer for the second time, I would like to donate as a Christmas present to the most honerable cancer research place.

What are the cancer awareness months and what are their colors? I know that October is Breast cancer and their color is pink, I want to find out the other months and colors. Thanks!

Cancer in an animals meat, when it is cooked and you eat it, does it taste the same or diffferent? After you eat the cancer, does your body digest it and make more cancer out of the molicules?

What is the correctly cancer recurrence rate after 5 years? I had a stage 3 colorectal (symoid) cancer 6 years ago, and things went well other than a few blockages. It is possible that there are still cancer cells within my body, although the machines cannot detect these cells (too small) and I do not have cancer symtoms. So, what is the chance that the cancer will come back at my symoid site or spreaded to my liver or lung?

How much would cervical cancer vaccine cost me at Planned Parenthood? I am 22 and have low income. I am scared of getting cancer. I haven't been with many people so I highly doubt I already have it.

What company has new cancer treatment using robots to control radiation damange to good cells? This is a recent nasdaq ipo and their product improves the abkility to treat tumors with blasts of radiation reducing damamge to surrounding tissue even if the patient or tumor moves during the treatment. Will replace surgery with a scalpel for cancer.

What is the best toothbrush to prevent cancer of the tongue? I am concerned with cancer, my tongue looks abnormal and I need to brush it well to keep the carcinogens off of it. I am a non-smoker, but I am very fat. This is why I worry about cancer of the tongue.

How do you fight cancer from taking over your body? They say cancer lurks ready to attack our bodies. What actions do you take to fight this terrible disease?

How long can a woman with breast cancer live after the cancer has metastasized? My friend has had breast cancer for many years. It is spreading everywhere. It is now in her liver. How long can she live for?

How do you detect skin cancer in a cat? Can cats get skin cancer? Because I think my cat may be developing it. He has this one spot on his back that is especially dandruffy, and it is dry and the fur is getting thinner, and whenever you touch right there he starts licking his chest, and basicly freaking out. I love my cat dearly and want to help him. He isn't allowed out doors, but i have no clue what he has. He is overweight, but most of his fur is soft and beautiful except for the one spot He weighs around 18 pounds and is 6 years old, going on 7. PLease help me i love my cat. He is the best pet i have ever had. I treat him like he is my son I highly doubt my parents will believe me. Do you think I'm stupid? I would ask a cet if I could *vet is what i meant to say MY cat is not allowed out doors...he has dark fur.

How much increased risk of cancer does one get from exposure to metal dust? New hip replacements are metal on metal. They make a dust which enters the rest of the body and increases cancer risk. Any info out there on this?

What does radiation do for cancer patients? We found out today that my grandmother has cancer and my mother said that the oncologist is planning on using radiation to ease her pain. My question is, what does radiation do? I know, eases pain, but how? She has lung cancer which has spread to her bones (her back, more specifically).

What is the best preventative way to prevent cancer from returning? My son had Acute Lymphoblastic Luekemia, a blood cancer. He is now in remission. He is 7 years old and had 3 years of chemotherapy. What cheap options do we have in alternative medicine to help prevent cancer from returning and to help heal the damage the chemo did, especially the Vincristine and Septra on what it did to his joints. They hurt and he falls all the time now. Any opinions or facts and know of any good Alterative Medicine Clinicians in Indiana close to Indianapolis or Kokomo?

Does anyone know of what cancer organization I can donate a toy to? I want to donate a toy to a child that has illness and was wondering who to donate to, I looked at the St. Jude website and it appears that they only take monetary donations for the research hospital. Just recently lost someone to cancer and want to make a difference to a child in need.

Our community is doing a fund raiser for cancer. How can we get someone famous to appear? Our community is very small and close knit. The ratio of those with cancer in our community is about 1 to every four people. Our commuinty is located in an awesome valley with major biking trails and two ski resorts. The old Hiawatha train route has been revamped into a mrvelous bike trail with over 10 tressels and 10 tunnels, one beig 1.7 miles long. We would like to organize a bike ride for cancer and donate the proceeds to the Lance Armstrong Foundation.

What are the personality of cancer according to the zodiac sign? I am a cancer i was just wondering what horoscope says about my personality.

How does a model of sunscreen work against cancer? 5. The use of sunscreen can help reduce the risk of skin cancer. From your knowledge of cancer and cell division, propose a model to explain how sunscreen works. How could you determine whether your model is accurate?

How did Patrick Swayze overcome Cancer of the Pancreas and be making movies within a month or two? Isnt that the most deadly form of cancer, what treatment would he have had for such a quick recovery?

How long would u live if cancer and coronary heart diseases were curable? say they will create treatments for most cancer types and coronary heart issues causing heart arrests, etc. how long could one live and what could cause death then?

What is the relationship between plantars warts on the feet and cervical cancer? I read something about the HPV virus that causes plantar warts being connected to increased chances of cervical cancer?! I know HPV as related to genital warts can cause cancer, but if someone has plantar warts, should they be concerned about cancer?

How common is cancer in Golden Retrievers? A friend told me that the incidence of cancer in Goldens has risen and eventually 50% will develop some form of cancer. Does anyone have the true facts on this?

How can we make curing cancer a global priority? Cancer kills 7 million people worldwide each year. Yet it is a treatable disease that—in time—is beatable. However, in today’s troubled global environment, valuable resources that would otherwise go to cancer research are frequently re-directed by the crisis du jour. What can we, as individuals and as a global community, do to focus & mobilize our governments to find the cures that will make cancer a fear of the past?

How long should I wait after cancer to have a baby? This really sucks cause my husband and I were planning to have our next baby about now when I got diagnosed with cancer. I am currently going for chemotherapy right now. After my chemo is done, how long is it recommended that I wait?

What is the difference in the stages of colon cancer? my boyfriend has 4th stage colon cancer. They removed some of the colon. they now say both lobes of his liver have cancer spots and they are concerned about a spot on his lung.

What kind of cancer is usually found in children? I am writing a story and a little girl is born with cancer. I want it to be a type of cancer that lets her be a little girl but it can take her life away anytime. I want her to be able to play and not be in the hosiptal all the time and yet I need something severe. Thanks!

How difficult is traveling with lung cancer and emphazema? My grandmother was diagnosed with the early stage of lung cancer and enphazema (shocker: she's a smoker). She is due to have surgery to remove part of one of her lobes next week. My question is, I am planning my wedding (I live in California and she lives in Texas) and need to know if she can travel by airplane? I'm afraid that the recirculated air will be bad for her health. If traveling is going to be a problem for her, I will gladly have my wedding in Texas. Any ideas?

What is pancreatic cancer and how do you get it? I now know of 5 people who have had Pancreatic cancer and died within 3 months. I don't understand why it isn't caught earlier so people can live. How do you get it? How do you get diagnosed early so doctors can do something about it. We have so much techology out there to fight cancer. Why are people dying of this. Why does this disease kill people so quickly?