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Cancer can strike anyone, at any age. This is why it's important for everyone to understand its risks, causes, symptoms, diagnosis, treatment, and prevention. Learn all you need to know, here.
Cancer continues to be a significant cause of mortality and financial burden for Filipinos, with more than 150,000 new cases reported annually. Because of this, the need to build a strong national cancer care ecosystem is paramount, as discussed during the 2025 Philippine National Cancer Summit (PNCS) held on Feb 27-28 at Novotel Araneta City. Building […]
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Bone cancer is a rare form of cancer; it makes up just 1% of all cancers. However, it is important to be aware of bone cancer symptoms so that you know if you need to visit a doctor to get a symptom checked out. Below is everything that you need to know about bone cancer. https://wp.hellodoctor.com.ph/cancer/bone-cancer/early-signs-of-bone-cancer/ What Is […]
Reviewed by John Paul Abrina, MD • Jul 08, 2022
Carcinogens are a term that we hear pretty often, especially when people are talking about cancer. While most people know what carcinogens are, not a lot of people are aware of how do carcinogens cause cancer. Read on to learn more about these chemicals, and why they cause people to develop cancer. What Are Carcinogens? Carcinogens are any […]
Reviewed by John Paul Abrina, MD • Jul 06, 2022
The DLC test, known as the Differential Leukocyte Count Test in full, evaluates the percentage of different components of the white blood cells. These white blood cells are also referred to as WBCs or leukocytes. This test can identify immature leukocytes and other abnormalities that indicate certain medical conditions.` The six major types of leukocytes that […]
Reviewed by John Paul Abrina, MD • May 30, 2024
Cancer remission is the reduction or disappearance of signs and symptoms of cancer. During partial remission, some signs and symptoms of cancer may disappear. In a complete remission, all signs and symptoms of the cancer will have disappeared, even though the cancer may still be in the body. Cure Versus Complete Remission Being cured means that the […]
Reviewed by Janie-Vi Villamor Ismael-Gorospe, MD • May 15, 2022
A mammogram is an x-ray image of your breast tissues. Doctors use this imaging test to detect early signs of breast cancer. If your doctor recently advised you to get one, here are the answers to the frequently asked questions about the mammogram procedure, including a little discussion about mammogram price: Is a Mammogram Painful? Upon learning […]
Reviewed by Janie-Vi Villamor Ismael-Gorospe, MD • Apr 20, 2022
Kidney cancer is characterized by the growth of malignant tumors arising in certain kidney cells. This cancer or carcinoma can gradually spread or metastasize to the adjoining cells and gradually to the surrounding organs and other body parts. The incidence of kidney cancer, also known as renal cancer or renal cell carcinoma, has witnessed a steady […]
Reviewed by John Paul Abrina, MD • Jul 06, 2022
A involves removing a small portion of tissue for medical analysis in a laboratory. It is usually recommended for identifying the root cause of medical conditions that manifest through infections and inflammations. After localizing or narrowing down the area of a suspicious growth, a biopsy can give a clearer look of the cells. In case of […]
Reviewed by John Paul Abrina, MD • Jul 09, 2022
Our bodies have more than 600 small, kidney bean-shaped lymph nodes. The lymph nodes, also known as lymph glands, help the body fight off infections. Inside the lymph nodes is a combination of various types of immune system cells, which act as waste filters for dead and damaged cells. They also trap viruses and bacteria […]
Reviewed by John Paul Abrina, MD • Jul 27, 2022
The mouth works wonders for people - it allows both eating and speaking, which are two of the most vital processes needed in everyday life. It plays an important role in allowing you to take in nutritious foods as well as to engage and connect with other people. And since it is regularly used for […]
Reviewed by John Paul Abrina, MD • Jul 06, 2022
Chatting with Bobby Joseph is like walking on sunshine. There is no trace that he has been living with stage 4 cancer for almost two decades, and has survived COVID-19. Kai Magsanoc: Hi, everyone! Welcome to #CoffeeWithKai. This is Kai Magsanoc of Hello Doctor Philippines, (where) I am the editor-in-chief. With us today for our Hello […]
Reviewed by Martha Juco, MD • Jul 25, 2022
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