Diagnosis and Treatment

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Understanding athletes with lymphoma

A former gymnast and a cancer survivor, Dr. Allison Rosenthal has a history of helping athletes return to sports after cancer.

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New research discovers a new combination of therapy for people with a type of leukemia, leading them to live longer

Study results showed significantly higher survival rates when blinatumomab was added to chemotherapy for people with B-cell acute lymphoblastic leukemia.

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Common types of skin cancer

Dr. Collin Costello explains how to spot the most common nonmelanoma skin cancers: basal cell carcinoma and squamous cell carcinoma.

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Mayo Clinic Q and A: Options for breast reconstruction

Dr. Christin Harless explains the benefits and drawbacks of the different breast reconstruction options following mastectomy.

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How a different mammogram experience led to lifesaving cancer diagnosis

A breast MRI and a compassionate radiology technologist helped Melissa Neuman get the breast cancer screening she needed to save her life.

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Types of brain tumors and treatments

Dr. Alfredo Quiñones-Hinojosa, a Mayo Clinic neurosurgeon, discusses brain tumors and how they are diagnosed and treated.

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3D tattooing after breast reconstruction

Rebecca Kath, a Mayo Clinic physician assistant, explains how 3D tattoos are used to restore the appearance of nipples and areolas.

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Five things you need to know about sarcoma

Dr. Krista Goulding discusses a group of rare cancers called sarcomas, including symptoms, risk factors, diagnosis and treatment.

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Removing skin cancer with Mohs surgery

Dr. John Kohorst, a dermatologist and Mohs surgeon, discusses Mohs surgery, an outpatient surgical treatment for removing skin cancer.

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Treating breast cancer through surgery

Dr. Sarah McLaughlin discusses the surgical options for breast cancer treatment and the importance of determining what's best for you.