The most common breast reconstruction surgery is using tissue from the tummy area (abdomen) along with its blood vessels. This is called a free DIEP flap (deep inferior epigastric perforator flap).

The thyroid is a small gland in the front of your neck, just below your voicebox (larynx). The thyroid gland is part of the endocrine system. This system makes hormones that help control the way your ...

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An ulcerating cancer wound is when a tumour grows and breaks through the skin, creating a wound. Doctors sometimes call them fungating cancer wounds or malignant wounds. When a tumour grows, it can ...

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It is common to have many different emotions when you are told you have cancer. These can be difficult to cope with. Partners, family and friends may also have some of the same feelings. There are ...

If your partner, relative or friend has died, you may find it hard to cope with your emotions and the practical things you have to do. We have information to help you cope with some of the feelings or ...

Secondary brain cancer is cancer that starts somewhere else in the body and spreads to the brain. It may also be called brain metastases or a secondary brain tumour. It is a type of advanced cancer.

Your cancer team plan your treatment carefully. They will explain the options, and they can help you if you need to make decisions about treatment. how well your kidneys work your general health your ...

New research reveals that 40% of people with cancer in the UK have struggled to access treatment or care because of where they live. More needs to be done to make cancer care fair. As a GP, it really ...

Your cancer team will talk to you about this treatment and its possible side effects before you agree (consent) to have treatment. This information is correct at time of publishing. But sometimes the ...