“How can I help?” is likely the first question on the minds of family and friends of a person who is diagnosed with cancer. They all want to make the situation better, but they don’t know how to go about it. While you may not change the diagnosis of your loved one, there are steps you […]
Why Is a Second Opinion on Liver Cancer Treatment Important?
When you’ve just received a liver cancer diagnosis, it’s entirely reasonable to question your treatment plan. What if your physician doesn’t have all the right answers? What if another doctor would recommend a different treatment option? You can only expect to be comfortable with a course of treatment when you understand everything there is to […]
Things to Consider When Starting Cancer Treatment
The thought of suffering from cancer of any kind is difficult for anyone to swallow. However, the most important thing to understand is that cancer is not a death sentence, and life doesn’t cease once you receive a diagnosis of the condition. The best thing you can do is to focus on improving your health […]
Getting the Most out of Your Health Insurance After a Cancer Diagnosis
By Dr. Mark Fraiman on April 27, 2018 in Liver Cancer Diagnosis, Liver Cancer Treatment, Pancreatic Cancer Diagnosis, Pancreatic Cancer Treatment
When you receive a cancer diagnosis, figuring out the finances can be stressful and, at times, overwhelming. You may be wondering: Can I afford cancer treatment? Will my health insurance cover cancer treatment, or should I consider other options? And, if I don’t have coverage, where do I start? We’ve put together this guide to […]
Will Health Insurance Cover Cancer Treatment?
Cancer has been a menace to many people for a long time. On top of the shock, sadness and fear a cancer diagnosis creates, patients and their families must deal with ever-increasing cancer treatment expenses. The cost of cancer treatment is way higher than most families can afford, and there’s no sign of that changing […]
Liver Surgery for Colorectal Metastasis to the Liver
Receiving a colorectal liver metastases diagnosis isn’t easy. In fact, it’s a life-changing experience. You’re not alone, however, as many people receive news of this diagnosis. After all, colorectal cancer, also known as bowel cancer or colon cancer, is the world’s third most common type of cancer. It’s also the second type on the list […]
What to Expect After Surgery for Colorectal Liver Metastases
If you’ve developed colorectal liver metastases and are eligible for surgery, you will undergo a procedure called resection or hepatectomy. This term means that if your liver is functioning well enough, you’ve gone through preoperative procedures and you have the proper ratio of liver-to-tumor volume to allow you at least 20 percent of healthy remaining […]
Risk Factors for Colorectal Liver Metastases
As the third-most-commonly diagnosed form of cancer in the United States, colorectal cancer is a life-threatening and dangerous disease that can quickly spread to nearby organs through portal circulation. For the purpose of removing tumors, preventing growth and eradicating the cancer, two-thirds of colorectal patients undergo colectomies or colon resections, surgical procedures that remove parts […]
Advances in Treatment for Colorectal Liver Metastases
For those with colorectal cancer, liver metastasis — or the spread of cancerous cells from the colon to the liver — is a dangerous threat. In fact, almost 25 percent of patients with colon or rectal cancer present with liver metastases at the time of their initial diagnosis, and 50 percent of colorectal patients are […]
Best Foods to Eat for Your Pancreas
You probably rarely think about your pancreas until something goes awry. Located in the abdomen, the pancreas plays a vital role in converting the food we consume into fuel that powers the body’s cells. The pancreas secretes enzymes into the small intestine, which helps digest protein, fat and carbs. Additionally, the pancreas releases the hormones […]