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RC271 - Cancer Therapy Issues including Mucositis Oral, Esophageal, Eye and Gastrointestinal Problems and Solutions | ||
Cancer Therapy Issues - Mucositis Oral, Esophageal, Eye and Gastrointestinal Problems and Solutions, Quality of Life and more
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- RC271.E94.1 - Smile: Protect Your Mouth
Rosemary Elliott-Snow, RDH - It is very important that the oncology and dental
teams work together to maintain optimal health before, during and
following therapy. Preexisting or undetected oral disease may cause
more complication in your overall health.
http://www.cancersupportivecare.com/dental.html
First appeared 2001-12-21; updated 2007-07-08 - RC271.M41.1 - Cancer Therapy Complications And Using The Computer
Francine Manuel, RPT, Alexandra Andrews, WM, Ernest H. Rosenbaum, MD and Robert A. Wascher, MD, FACS - We offer the following suggestions for short and
long term problems and specifically how to continue work on your
computer while recovering from surgery, swelling, pain, and other
therapy or if you are experiencing Lymphedema and Post Breast Therapy
Pain Syndrome.
http://www.cancersupportivecare.com/computer.php
First appeared 2002-08-12; updated 2007-10-31 - RC271.M157.1 - Makeup, Wigs and Quality of Life
Gerd Mairandres, Alexandra Andrews, and Ernest H. Rosenbaum, MD - Anything that can enhance the way a person feels about themselves and promote an ounce of well-being is significant. Sources of self-esteem can be threatened by cancer and the effects of medical treatments: appearance, physical abilities and activity level, personal attributes.
http://www.cancersupportivecare.com/wig.php
First appeared 2006-08-02; updated 2007-10-31 - RC271.R39.1 - Introduction to Mucositis - Oral, Esophageal and Gastrointestinal Problems and Solutions
Ernest H Rosenbaum, MD, Sol Silverman, MA, DDS, Bernadette Festa, MS, RD, Isadora R. Rosenbaum, MA, Julie Matel, MS, RD, Rosemary Elliott-Snow, RDH, and Robert J. Ignoffo, PharmD -
Mucositis can occur anywhere along the digestive tract from the mouth to the anus, leaving the mucosal tissue open to ulceration and infection. Mucositis is further complicated by nausea and vomiting which often occurs with treatment. Chemotherapy, radiation and targeted therapies can affect the ability of cells to reproduce, slowing healing of the oral mucosa.
http://www.cancersupportivecare.com/mucositis.html
First appeared 2002-02-02; updated 2007-10-31 - RC271.R39.2 - Mucositis: Chemotherapy Problems and Solutions
Ernest H Rosenbaum, MD, Sol Silverman, MA, DDS, Bernadette Festa, MS, RD, Isadora R. Rosenbaum, M.A., Julie Matel, MS, RD, Rosemary Elliott-Snow, RDH, and Robert J. Ignoffo, Pharm D - Cancer therapy or cancer itself may cause changes
in your body chemistry that result in a loss of appetite. Pain, nausea,
vomiting, diarrhea or a sore or dry mouth may make eating difficult and
cause loss of interest in food. Ideally, the physician, nurse or a
registered dietitian should be working with the oncologist and
yourself.
http://www.cancersupportivecare.com/drug.php
First appeared 2002-02-02; updated 2007-10-31 - RC271.R39.3 - Mucositis: Esophageal and Gastrointestinal Problems and Solutions
Ernest H Rosenbaum, MD, Sol Silverman, MA, DDS, Bernadette Festa, MS, RD, Isadora R. Rosenbaum, M.A., Julie Matel, MS, RD, Rosemary Elliott-Snow, RDH, and Robert J. Ignoffo, Pharm D - A normal high-protein, high-calorie diet with
supplements as needed will help your sore mouth or tongue heal faster.
Drinking lots of fluids will also help with healing as well as making
your mouth sores more comfortable
http://www.cancersupportivecare.com/gastro.php
First appeared 2002-02-02; updated 2007-10-31 - RC271.R39.4 - Mucositis: Oral Problems and Solutions
Ernest H Rosenbaum, MD, Sol Silverman, MA, DDS, Bernadette Festa, MS, RD, Isadora R. Rosenbaum, MA, Julie Matel, MS, RD, Rosemary Elliott-Snow, RDH, and Robert J. Ignoffo, PharmD - Adequate nutrition can be challenging for patients with cancer. Physical problems may interfere with food intake and proper
nutrition. Patients with mouth or throat pain can interfere with
chewing and compound difficulties in swallowing. Tooth and gum disease
further complicate the problem. A resultant weight loss tends to
weakness, inactivity, discouragement, further anorexia, and
susceptibility to infection.
http://www.cancersupportivecare.com/oral.php
First appeared 2002-02-02; updated 2007-10-31 - RC271.R39.5 - Cancer Therapy Complications And Using The Computer Handout
Ernest H. Rosenbaum, MD, Francine Manuel, RPT, Alexandra Andrews, WM, Charles M. Dollbaum, MD, PhD, and Robert A. Wascher, MD, FACS - In our information-centric society, the ability to
use a personal computer is an essential capability in the professional
and private lives of millions of people around the world. The problem
of persistent swelling or pain in one or both arms after trauma of any
kind may affect computer usage, especially for people who must work on
the computer for prolonged periods of time.
http://www.cancersupportivecare.com/computerpage1.pdf
First appeared 2004-11-06; updated 2007-07-08 - RC271.R39.6 - Suggestions for Using The Computer with Cancer Therapy Complications Handout
Ernest H. Rosenbaum, MD, Francine Manuel, RPT, Alexandra Andrews, WM, Charles M. Dollbaum, MD, PhD, Ernest H. Rosenbaum, MD and Robert A. Wascher, MD, FACS - Suggestions for short and long term problems
including how to continue work on your computer with practical advice
about using the monitor, mouse, keyboard and chair while recovering
from surgery, swelling, pain, and other therapy or if you are
experiencing Lymphedema and Post Breast Therapy Pain Syndrome.
http://www.cancersupportivecare.com/computerpage2.pdf
First appeared 2004-11-06; updated 2007-07-08 - RC271.R39.7 - Mucositis and Targeted Therapies
Ernest H Rosenbaum, MD -
New patient toxicities occur when targeted therapies usually monoclonal antibodies or small molecules such as tyrosine kinase inhibitors are given in conjunction with more traditional chemotherapy drugs. Mucosal injury can be a combination of either or both with mouth ulcers and diarrhea prominent.
http://www.cancersupportivecare.com/target.html
First appeared 2007-07-31; updated 2007-08-10 - RC271.R39.8 - Dental Health and Cancer Survivors
Ernest H Rosenbaum, MD -
Dental health during and after cancer therapy is important. Common infections of the teeth and gums may become dangerous health hazards. Radiation, high-dose chemotherapy, bone marrow transplant and medications affect parts of the body not directly associated with the specific disease. Treatment may cause ulcerations, pain and injury to the mouth.
http://www.cancersupportivecare.com/Survivorship/mouth.html
First appeared 2009-09-09; - RC271.R39.9 - Vision and Hearing Comorbidities
Ernest H Rosenbaum, MD -
Eye and Hearing problems from chemotherapy, radiation, hormonal, and bisphosphonate therapy may include; damaged inner ear sound perception, vertigo, dizziness, cataracts, blurry vision, impaired night vision, light sensitivity, dry or watery eyes and pain. Get your eyes and hearing checked.
http://www.cancersupportivecare.com/Survivorship/eareye.html
First appeared 2009-09-21; - RC271.S56.1 - Handout Mucositis: Problems and Solutions - page 1
Julie Schwenka, PharmD, Ernest H. Rosenbaum, MD, Alexandra Andrews, Charles M. Dollbaum, MD, PhD and Robert J. Ignoffo, PharmD -
It is important to know who is at risk of mucositis and to prevent
complications to help improve quality of life and maximize your
therapy. These risk factors include radiation to the head and neck,
high dose chemotherapy, bone marrow transplantation, certain single
agent anti-cancer drugs or a combination of these. Symptoms of
mucositis should be treated as soon as they appear. It is important to
be educated about proper nutrition and oral hygiene to help prevent or
lessen these symptoms. Once you are aware of proper nutrition, you will
be able to maintain adequate hydration, maintain your immunity and help
prevent nausea as well as protecting your teeth
http://www.cancersupportivecare.com/mucositispage1.pdf
First appeared 2005-11-20; updated 2007-07-08 - RC271.S56.2 - Handout Mucositis: Problems and Solutions - page 2
Julie Schwenka, PharmD, Ernest H. Rosenbaum, MD, Alexandra Andrews, Charles M. Dollbaum, MD, PhD and Robert J. Ignoffo, PharmD - It is important to know who is at risk of mucositis and to prevent
complications to help improve quality of life and maximize your
therapy. These risk factors include radiation to the head and neck,
high dose chemotherapy, bone marrow transplantation, certain single
agent anti-cancer drugs or a combination of these. Symptoms of
mucositis should be treated as soon as they appear. It is important to
be educated about proper nutrition and oral hygiene to help prevent or
lessen these symptoms. Once you are aware of proper nutrition, you will
be able to maintain adequate hydration, maintain your immunity and help
prevent nausea as well as protecting your teeth
http://www.cancersupportivecare.com/mucositispage2.pdf
First appeared 2005-11-20; updated 2007-07-08 - RC271.S56.3 - Handout Mucositis: Problems and Solutions
Julie Schwenka, PharmD, Ernest H. Rosenbaum, MD, Alexandra Andrews, Charles M. Dollbaum, MD, PhD and Robert J. Ignoffo, PharmD -
It is important to know who is at risk of mucositis and to prevent
complications to help improve quality of life and maximize your
therapy. These risk factors include radiation to the head and neck,
high dose chemotherapy, bone marrow transplantation, certain single
agent anti-cancer drugs or a combination of these. Symptoms of
mucositis should be treated as soon as they appear. It is important to
be educated about proper nutrition and oral hygiene to help prevent or
lessen these symptoms. Once you are aware of proper nutrition, you will
be able to maintain adequate hydration, maintain your immunity and help
prevent nausea as well as protecting your teeth
http://www.cancersupportivecare.com/mucositishandout.php
First appeared 2005-12-02; updated 2007-10-31 - RC271.S95.1 - Cancer Therapy Eye Toxicity Issues
Sabrina Selim, MD, Ernest H. Rosenbaum MD, Robert J. Ignoffo, PharmD, FASH, Jean Chan, BA, MA, SEd, Lee Schwartz, MD - A common effect is inflammation of the mucous
membranes (mucositis) in the mouth, GI tract and conjunctiva in the
eye.Although it is unrealistic to avoid chemotherapy on account of
relatively minor eye effects - Includes a graphic of an eye
http://www.cancersupportivecare.com/eye.html
First appeared 2002-08-12; updated 2007-07-08
Complementary and Integrative Medicine
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- RC271.A62.B137.1 - Complementary Medications and Chemotherapy
Sharya Vaughn Bourdet, PharmD, Robert Ignoffo, PharmD, Clinical Professor UCSF - The use of complementary and alternative medicine
for the prevention and treatment of various diseases has become more
popular in recent years than ever before.Several types of alternative
therapies exist, including herbals, vitamins, and dietary products
http://www.cancersupportivecare.com/complementary.html First appeared 2002-02-15; updated 2007-07-08 - RC271.A62.C46.1 - Tables and Studies - Traditional Chinese Medicine in the Treatment of Breast Cancer
Isaac Cohen, LAc, OMD, Mary Tagliaferri, MD, LAc & Debu Tripathy, MD - Commonly Prescribed Herbs for Prevention of Breast
Cancer, and Formulas, with Herbs Commonly Prescribed with Chemotherapy,
and Chinese Anticancer Agents
http://www.cancersupportivecare.com/chinesedata.html
First appeared 2003-02-12; updated 2007-07-08 - RC271.A62.C46.2 - Formularies for Traditional Chinese Medicine in the Treatment of Breast Cancer
Isaac Cohen, LAc, OMD, Mary Tagliaferri, MD, LAc & Debu Tripathy, MD - Formularies for Chemotherapy to be taken throughout the treatment and modified according to symptoms
http://www.cancersupportivecare.com/chineseformulary.html
First appeared 2003-02-12; updated 2007-07-08 - RC271.A62.C46.3 - Part One Traditional Chinese Medicine in the Treatment of Breast Cancer
Isaac Cohen, LAc, OMD, Mary Tagliaferri, MD, LAc & Debu Tripathy, MD - Chinese medicine is useful in all stages of the
disease to augment the benefits of conventional treatments, to prevent
recurrence and metastasis in early stages of breast cancer, and to
promote health, improve quality of life advanced stages
http://www.cancersupportivecare.com/chinesemedicine.html
First appeared 2003-02-12; updated 2007-07-08 - RC271.A62.C46.4 - Part Two Traditional Chinese Medicine in the Treatment of Breast Cancer
Isaac Cohen, LAc, OMD, Mary Tagliaferri, MD, LAc & Debu Tripathy, MD - TCM is becoming increasingly prevalent both where
few conventional therapeutic or ameliorative options exist and also
because standard oncologic therapies have side effects that can
significantly affect patients short and long term quality of life.
http://www.cancersupportivecare.com/chinesemedicine2.html
First appeared 2003-02-12; updated 2007-07-08 - RC271.A62.C46.5 - Part Three Traditional Chinese Medicine in the Treatment of Breast Cancer
Isaac Cohen, LAc, OMD, Mary Tagliaferri, MD, LAc & Debu Tripathy, MD - There has been a trend to integrate TCM treatment
with standard western medicine in an attempt to further optimise the
treatment outcomes, minimise the side effects of surgery, radiation and
chemotherapy, increase immune function and improve survival
http://www.cancersupportivecare.com/chinesemedicine3.html
First appeared 2003-02-12; updated 2007-07-08 - RC271.A62.C46.6 - References - Traditional Chinese Medicine in the Treatment of Breast Cancer
Isaac Cohen, LAc, OMD, Mary Tagliaferri, MD, LAc & Debu Tripathy, MD - References for Traditional Chinese Medicine in the Treatment of Breast Cancer
http://www.cancersupportivecare.com/chinesereference.html
First appeared 2003-02-12; updated 2007-07-08 - RC271.A62.F18.1 - Integrative Medicine - Herbal Medicines
Bernadette Festa, MS, RD - Currently not a lot of solid research has been done
on herbs. There are some preparations being studied for minimizing side
effects of treatment, however the current thinking is to minimize or
avoid most herbs during treatment.
http://www.cancersupportivecare.com/herbalmedicine.html
First appeared 2003-06-10; updated 2007-07-08 - RC271.A62.J20.1 - East Meets West: Integrating Complementary Medicine into Your Care
Bradly Jacobs, MD, MPH - Integrative Medicine is based four primary principles: Emphasizing
respect for the human capacity for healing, Placing importance on the
relationship between the practitioner and the patient, Creating a
collaborative team-based approach.
http://www.cancersupportivecare.com/eastwest.html
First appeared 2003-03-18; updated 2007-07-08 -
RC271.A62.N4.1 - Complementary Medications and Chemotherapy
Zoe-lina Ngo, PharmD - Scientific data on benefits of alternative medicine are
few, therefore, the use of alternative medicine is generally not
recommended. However, scientific data suggests that the use of
complementary medicine may be safe and effective
http://www.cancersupportivecare.com/herbal.html
First appeared 2004-05-14; updated 2007-07-08
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