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June 26, 2018
It is no secret that certain cancer treatments can take a toll on your body and immune system. Therefore, during treatment, immune support is more important than ever. At Suncoast Cancer Institute, we are always looking for helpful, safe, and all natural products to ease the effects of cancer treatment while providing our patients with...
January 15, 2018
If you are undergoing treatment for cancer, you may have noticed a new found sensitivity to smells. A side effect of treatment, many cancer patients become nauseated when exposed to certain aromas and odors. To their dismay their favorite perfumes, meals, scents, and skin care products may no longer appeal to them. Additionally, cancer...
October 23, 2017
November is pancreatic cancer awareness month and with it comes the opportunity to discuss symptoms of pancreatic cancer. Pancreatic cancer is life threatening because the early stages of the cancer usually produce no signs or symptoms. Once symptoms do present themselves, in many cases the cancer has already spread to areas outside of the pancreas....
October 17, 2017
October is breast cancer awareness month and the perfect time to learn more about risk factors for breast cancer, the cancer that affects so many women in the United States. Each year, it is estimated that 190,000 people are diagnosed with breast cancer, which equates to 1 in 8 women falling victim to breast cancer...
October 4, 2017
October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month. In the United States, it is estimated that 1 in 8 women will be diagnosed with Breast Cancer in their lifetime, an alarming statistic. If you have recently been diagnosed, the first step is meeting with your oncologist to discuss your breast cancer treatment options and create a treatment...
September 26, 2017
Each month represents awareness for a different type of cancer. Additionally, each cancer has a corresponding colored ribbon to identify the cancer. With so many different cancers, it can be difficult to remember what each month and each color signifies. Below you will find a link to helpful chart that identifies cancer by month as...
September 21, 2017
If you have been diagnosed with lung cancer, it is time to do your research. It is important to understand the type of cancer you are faced with in order to be educated and prepared for treatment and progression. Lung cancer can be broken down into two main categories: Small cell lung carcinoma (SCLC) and...
September 1, 2017
If you could determine your likelihood for developing cancer, would you? Today, you can undergo genetic testing for cancer. These tests are meant to help estimate your chance of developing specific cancers during your lifetime by identifying specific mutations in your genes. Although these tests are unable to determine if you will in fact develop...
August 18, 2017
It is no secret that smoking is bad for your lungs and may increase your risk of developing certain cancers, such as lung cancer. However, there are other risk factors for lung cancer which may put you at higher risk for developing this type of cancer down the road. These risk factors include: Cigarettes: You...
July 29, 2017
Much like women are suggested to complete home breast exams on a regular basis, it is suggested that men complete regular self-exams to check for testicular cancer as well. In fact, monthly self-exams of the testicles are important for helping familiarize yourself with what your normal testicles feel like. This will prove useful should an...