What Is a Sentinel Lymph Node Biopsy and Why Is It Done?
A sentinel lymph node biopsy is a small operation to find the first lymph node a cancer would reach if it started to spread, take it out and look at it under a microscope. Think of it as a spot check. If that one node is clear, the ones behind it almost always are...
Is Difficulty Swallowing a Sign of Esophageal Cancer?
It can be, and it is the most common early clue. Doctors call it dysphagia. With esophageal cancer it usually creeps up. Dry or bulky foods like bread and meat start to catch first, then softer food, and eventually even liquids. Plenty of people quietly change what...
Breast Cancer Awareness Month 2026: Why Early Detection Can Save Lives
A person can develop breast cancer even if there are no apparent symptoms. Many cases can become clear only due to the presence of a lump or some kind of unexpected changes in the woman’s breasts. Other people may not experience any symptoms and hence require...
Can Hormone Therapy Weaken Your Bones?
It depends on which hormone therapy you mean. The hormone therapy used for menopause symptoms generally protects bones, because estrogen slows bone breakdown. The hormone treatments used for cancer work the other way round. Aromatase inhibitors for breast cancer and...