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GlossaryCancer Therapy

medical interventions aimed at treating and managing cancer

Cancer Therapy, also known as Cancer Treatment or Oncological Therapy, encompasses a range of medical interventions aimed at treating cancer. These treatments can include surgery to remove tumors, chemotherapy to kill cancer cells, radiation therapy to target specific areas, immunotherapy to boost the body's natural defenses, and targeted therapy that focuses on specific molecules involved in cancer growth. The choice of therapy depends on the type, location, and stage of the cancer, as well as the patient's overall health.

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research Cutaneous toxicities of cancer therapy

114 citations , March 2002 in “Current opinion in oncology/Current opinion in oncology, with cancerlit”

Cancer therapy can cause various skin problems, including hair loss, skin darkening, painful hand-foot syndrome, and severe skin damage.

research Photobiomodulation therapy in management of cancer therapy-induced side effects: WALT position paper 2022

31 citations , August 2022 in “Frontiers in Oncology”

Photobiomodulation therapy helps manage cancer treatment side effects but needs more research for optimization.

research Estrogen deprivation effects of endocrine therapy in breast cancer patients: Incidence, management and outcome

7 citations , September 2023 in “Cancer Treatment Reviews”

Managing side effects of endocrine therapy is crucial to improve adherence and survival in breast cancer patients.

Clinical Aspects, Pathogenesis, and Therapy Options of Alopecia Induced by Hormonal Therapy for Breast Cancer

research Clinical aspect, pathogenesis and therapy options of alopecia induced by hormonal therapy for breast cancer

2 citations , October 2021 in “Exploration of targeted anti-tumor therapy”

Breast cancer hormone therapy can cause hair loss, which can be treated with daily applications of specific topical solutions like minoxidil and hydrocortisone butyrate.

Impact of Reporter Type on Signal Detection of Cancer Therapy-Induced Alopecia: A Hypothesis-Generating Study Using the FDA Adverse Event Reporting System

research Impact of Reporter Type on Signal Detection of Cancer Therapy-Induced Alopecia: A Hypothesis-Generating Study Using the FDA Adverse Event Reporting System

March 2026 in “Pharmaceuticals”

Reporter characteristics affect detection of hair loss from cancer therapy.

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community M29 - 4 YEARS on Dutasteride - almost no progress

in Chat 6 upvotes 6 months ago

The user has been on a comprehensive hair loss treatment regimen for four years, including Dutasteride, topical and oral Minoxidil, and various other treatments, but has seen little progress and is considering a hair transplant. Despite trying multiple therapies, including PRP and exosome injections, the user is still experiencing hair thinning and is hesitant about trying peptides due to potential cancer risks.

community Expectations control for SCUBE3

in Research/Science 22 upvotes 2 years ago

SCUBE3, a protein linked to hair growth in moles, was discovered over 25 years ago and is being developed by Amplifica for potential hair loss treatment. Concerns exist about SCUBE3's association with cancer, as it is a protein that promotes cell growth, which could potentially trigger cancer development if used for hair growth therapy.

community Rant: Rejected request for fin YET AGAIN, guess DIY is my only option 🙃

in Female 29 upvotes 2 years ago

A woman has been struggling with hair loss for over 12 years and is frustrated with doctors refusing to prescribe finasteride due to potential birth defects and unproven breast cancer risk. She's considering self-treatment or permanent birth control, after being offered only minoxidil, PRP therapy, and weaker natural supplements like Saw Palmetto.

community New Light Therapy Can Suppress a Key Marker of Hair Loss by 92%

in Research/Science 201 upvotes 3 months ago

A new light therapy claims to reduce hair loss markers by 92% using a specific wavelength range. Users discuss the cost and effectiveness of devices, with some expressing skepticism and others considering alternative treatments like red light therapy and vitamin D exposure.

community Does RU58841 potentially cause cancer?

in Research/Science 1 year ago

RU58841 may pose cancer risks due to its antiandrogen properties and lack of long-term safety data. Using it is considered a high-risk experiment with unknown potential for harm.

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