Sarcoma is a type of cancer that starts in the body's connective tissues. Learn the basics of soft tissue sarcoma.
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A gastrointestinal stromal tumor (GIST) is a rare tumor of the gastrointestinal (GI) tract. Learn more about symptoms, diagnosis, and treatments.
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A detailed look at different types of biopsies, and how and why they are done.
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Being told you have a soft tissue sarcoma can be scary, and you may have many questions. But you have people on your healthcare team to help.
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There are many treatment choices for soft tissue sarcoma. Learn about the different choices.
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Talking with healthcare providers about your cancer can be overwhelming. It can be hard to take in all the information. It helps to be prepared. Here are a list of questions to ask your healthcare providers.
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You may have difficulty eating or lose your appetite during cancer treatment. Try eating small, frequent meals throughout the day. To improve your appetite, don't drink beverages with your meals.
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Fatigue can come and go or stay constant for a while. Fatigue from chemotherapy tends to happen a few days after the treatment, peaks, and then gets better before the next treatment. Fatigue from radiation may not happen right away.
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Chemotherapy can damage your body’s ability to make red blood cells, so body tissues don't get enough oxygen. This is a condition called anemia. People who have anemia may feel very weak or tired, dizzy, faint, or short of breath, or may feel that their hearts are beating very fast.
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To reduce your risk for infection, avoid people who are sick with contagious illnesses, including colds, the flu, measles, or chickenpox.
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Detailed information on radiation therapy, one type of cancer treatment.
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Here are answers to some frequently asked questions about soft tissue sarcoma.
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