Metastatic breast cancer survivor: ‘UT MD Anderson saved my life’
Gladys Gakuu was diagnosed with stage 2B breast cancer in 2012. She was 29. She had a mastectomy…
Broken heart syndrome (Takotsubo cardiomyopathy): Causes, symptoms and treatment
You may have heard someone say they were “heartbroken” after a major loss or stressful event. While that…
Diabetes symptoms: Early warning signs and what they mean
Diabetes is a chronic condition that affects how your body regulates blood sugar, or glucose. It affects about…
Pancreatic cancer survivor thankful for interventional radiology procedure
Joseph Lecak has a zeal for life. He enjoys golfing, tending to his vegetable garden and traveling all…
What is the blood-brain barrier, and how can we get past it to treat cancer?
One of the most significant challenges for treating brain cancers is the blood-brain barrier, which protects the brain…
4-time cancer survivor finds security and comfort at UT MD Anderson
When Tamara Mitchell first came to UT MD Anderson in November 2023, she had already been diagnosed with…
Duodenal cancer: 8 things to know about this rare gastrointestinal cancer
How is duodenal cancer treated? Duodenal cancer is curable when it’s caught early. The most common treatments are…
2-time cancer survivor thankful for UT MD Anderson’s guidance and expertise
When Armando Gallegos was diagnosed with papillary thyroid cancer at age 52, he was shocked. Cancer did not…
What is a glossectomy? Types, procedure and recovery
A glossectomy is surgery to remove part or all of the tongue. It’s the primary recommended treatment for…
Young adult cancer survivor trusts UT MD Anderson to treat rare ovarian tumor
Caitlin Koehler was just 27 years old when she was diagnosed with ovarian cancer. After a year of…
Colon cancer survivor thankful for doctors’ thoughtful and compassionate approach to treatment
UT MD Anderson treats colon cancer recurrence Lawrence did well for years. His family moved from Florida to…
Cachexia (wasting syndrome) in cancer patients: What to know
Cachexia is a syndrome characterized by unintentional weight loss and a significant loss of muscle. Cachexia can be…