How Genetic Testing Helps Assess Cancer Risk
Knowledge is one of the most powerful tools in medicine. At Cochise Oncology, understanding your unique health profile is the first step in taking control of your future. While the thought of cancer requires immense courage to face, genetic testing offers a way to move from uncertainty to empowerment. What is Genetic Testing? Most cancers […]
Understanding Targeted Therapy for Cancer Patients
Receiving a cancer diagnosis requires immense courage. At Cochise Oncology, we understand that navigating the landscape of treatment options can feel overwhelming. However, advancements in medical science are providing new avenues for hope. One of the most significant breakthroughs in recent years is Targeted Therapy. Precision Medicine: A Different Approach For decades, traditional chemotherapy has […]
Coping with Chemo Brain: Tips for Managing Memory and Focus Issues
During your cancer journey, you might notice moments of forgetfulness, trouble concentrating, or a general mental “fog.” This frustrating experience is very common and often called “chemo brain,” or more formally, cancer-related cognitive impairment (CRCI). At Cochise Oncology, we want you to know that these cognitive changes are real, valid, and, for most people, temporary. […]
How to Manage Cancer-Related Fatigue During Treatment
Fatigue is one of the most common side effects of cancer treatment, affecting more than 80% of patients receiving chemotherapy or radiation therapy. At Cochise Oncology, we want you to know that this is not the same as everyday tiredness. Cancer-related fatigue is a profound, persistent exhaustion that rest doesn’t always relieve. It is a […]
Things To Know About Cancer at Stage 4
Cancer alone is an overwhelming disease to get diagnosed with, and it comes with even more questions, doubts, and emotional turmoil when it’s at stage 4. Also called “metastatic cancer,” it means that the cancer has advanced severely, but various treatments and support systems offer hope for patients and their loved ones. Let’s discuss what […]
What To Know About Treating Breast Cancer With Radiation Therapy
Radiation therapy is one of the most common and effective options for breast cancer. It’s a non-invasive, painless procedure that kills cancerous cells using targeted energy beams, like X-rays and protons. Although radiotherapy may seem intimidating, it’s critical to many patients’ healing journeys. If you or a loved one is considering this treatment, let’s discuss […]
Sun Safety: What To Do To Reduce Skin Cancer Risks
Skin cancer is one of the most prevalent diagnoses patients receive, and the main culprit is excessive exposure to UV (ultraviolet) radiation. It can harm skin at a cellular level, triggering cells to multiply rapidly and potentially form cancerous tumors. Although intimidating, skin cancer is still preventable. Here are simple daily habits you can do […]
Clarifying Cancer Stage 2: A Helpful Guide for Patients
Hearing about cancer is never easy, whether it’s you or a loved one who has it. Understanding what it means can help ease uncertainty and give you a better idea of what’s ahead. How Is Stage 2 Different? Tumors in stage 2 typically measure between two and five centimeters, though their size varies based on […]
Advanced Cancer: What Happens When It Reaches Stage 3?
Compared to stages 1 and 2, where tumors are small and may spread minimally, stage 3 means that the tumors are significantly larger and have reached nearby lymph nodes. Tumors may have spread further into tissues or organs close to the original site. Although tumors grow more extensively in this stage, it doesn’t spread too […]
Early-Stage Cancer: What Does Stage 1 Mean for Patients?
A cancer diagnosis is overwhelming news to bear, no matter the stage. For those diagnosed with stage 1 cancer, it often means the disease was detected before it had a chance to spread considerably. Although every patient’s experience varies, knowing what this stage entails can help patients and their loved ones deal with this illness […]
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