Can Pancreatic Cysts Turn Into Cancer? What to Know
Some pancreatic cysts can develop into cancer but most do not. There are many different types of pancreatic cysts, the majority of which are benign and do not cause any problems. However, the doctor needs to know if it is a mucinous cyst, as some of these can...
Is Stage 4 Cancer 100% Death? What the Numbers Mean
No. Stage 4 cancer is not 100% death, and it isn’t the same thing as “terminal”. Stage 4 means the cancer has spread from where it started to another part of the body, which is why it’s also called metastatic cancer. For most types it can’t be cured, and that’s the...
What Is Cholangiocarcinoma and How Is It Treated?
Cholangiocarcinoma is bile duct cancer. Same thing, longer name. Your liver makes bile to help digest fat, and a network of thin tubes, the bile ducts, carries it to the small intestine. When a cancer starts in those tubes, that’s cholangiocarcinoma. It’s rare. It...
Tingling Hands and Feet During Chemotherapy?
Hands and feet tingle during chemotherapy because a few of the drugs damage the nerves that run out to the fingers and toes, the ones that tell your brain what you’re touching and whether it’s hot or cold. The result is pins and needles, a numb patch or a mild...