Rob Harris provides a unique perspective into the world of cancer and is a vital resource to family member and caregivers of those with cancer. In this video, Rob tell us how important it is to have fun, and to laugh.
Breast Cancer Isn’t Always A Terminal Diagnosis, Dr. Harness Explains
April 4, 2012 By Leave a Comment
Patients think that a diagnosis of breast cancer is a death sentence and are wondering “Am I going to survive this?” In this video, Dr. Harness explains that breast cancer is a huge galaxy of diseases and describes the best approach so the patient will not be overwhelmed.
Breast Cancer Treatment’s High Cost & How To Lower It
April 4, 2012 By Leave a Comment
Dr. Jay Harness explains that there are the obvious costs of breast cancer depending on insurance coverage and co-pays, as well as the stage of the breast cancer. Fortunately, in most hospitals there are social workers and financial advisers that can help patients with this. Jay K. Harness, MD FACS: There are multiple costs when [...]
HGH Injections After Chemotherapy For Stage 2 Breast Cancer
March 27, 2012 By Leave a Comment
Dr. David Margileth explains that he is unaware of any interaction between human growth hormone (HGH) and breast cancer or breast cancer treatment but is also not sure if there is any data that would support it. His recommendations are explained in this video. Dr. David A. Margileth, MD: We have [...]
Pros vs. Cons of Keranique (Minoxidil) Use For Breast Cancer Hair Loss
March 27, 2012 By Leave a Comment
In this video, Dr. Margileth explains that he is not aware of any studies that would argue either for or against Minoxidil and does not discourage it. For most women, following chemotherapy, their hair growth is rapid even with using hair growth products. Dr. David A. Margileth, MD, Oncologist: The question [...]
Stage Four Breast Cancer Treatment, Medical Oncologist’s Perspective
March 26, 2012 By Leave a Comment
Dr. David A. Margileth, MD: Dr. David A. Margileth practices medical oncology at St. Joesph Hospital in Orange, CA specializing in oncology, hematology, and internal medicine (board certified). His selected area of interest is breast cancer. Dr. Margileth graduated from Baylor College of Medicine in 1971 and has since spent time [...]
Prediction Of Stage Four Breast Cancer Progression
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Dr. David A. Margileth, MD: One of the questions that patients often ask who in fact do have a recurrence of their breast cancer, “What can I expect from this?” There are number of variables involved, including one of the most important called the disease free interval. The disease free interval is defined as the [...]
Must Letrozole Be Taken For The Full Five Years?
March 26, 2012 By Leave a Comment
In this video, learn about how the decision to take Letrozole for a full five years after breast cancer surgery depends on the patient’s short vs. long term toxicity, breast cancer tumor size, and potential risk of cancer recurrence. Dr. David A. Margileth, MD: Dr. David A. Margileth practices medical oncology at St. Joesph Hospital [...]
Breast Cancer Treatment – Can I Lead A Normal Life After Recovery?
March 21, 2012 By Leave a Comment
Dr. Harness wants his patients to live a healthy, normal life. He understands that although life is going to be a little bit different, the part of living a normal healthy life is thinking positive thoughts.
Breast Cancer Treatment Depression
March 21, 2012 By Leave a Comment
Dr. Harness explains that all who are involved with the patient including the chemotherapy, nurses, and oncologist, should be tuned in to where the patient is, knowing there are going to be good days and bad days. If you are the patient and feeling depressed, bring it up to somebody so that it can be [...]
