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We’re here as long as you need us. Learn about counseling and support services for patients and survivors.

… We’re committed to helping you in every way we can — physically, emotionally, spiritually, and otherwise — for as long as you need us. We’re also here for your family. Our Adult Survivorship Program has support groups, follow-up programs, educational programming and materials, and more. Plus, our Resources

Pancreatic cancer is a disease caused by abnormal (not normal) cells growing in the pancreas, an organ that helps with digestion and blood sugar control.

… Pancreatic cancer is a disease caused by abnormal (not normal) cells growing in the pancreas, an organ that helps with digestion and blood sugar control. Does MSK have screening guidelines for pancreatic cancer? Our experts do not recommend pancreatic cancer screening for most people. Studies have not

Aldosteromas are a type of adrenal tumor that causes Conn syndrome. The most common symptoms are high blood pressure and lower potassium levels.

… This type of benign adrenal tumor produces too much of the hormone aldosterone and causes a condition called Conn syndrome , or hyperaldosteronism , which raises blood pressure and lowers potassium level. In addition to high blood pressure that’s difficult to bring under control, aldosteronomas may cause

Find up-to-date information about testicular cancer (germ cell tumors) and learn about risk factors for developing this disease.

… A testicle, scrotum, and penis. A testicle, scrotum, and penis. Testicles (testes) are located below your penis. They are 2 small, egg-shaped glands that make and store sperm. The loose skin around them is called the scrotum.   Testicles have many special cells. They contain germ cells that make sperm

Although there are a number of symptoms of multiple myeloma, about 1 out of every 3 people diagnosed with this cancer have no symptoms. Learn more about possible signs.

… One of the common early symptoms of multiple myeloma is bone pain. The disease can affect the bones in your spine and ribs, causing backaches. You may also get shooting pain in your arms or legs caused by a tumor in your spine. Not everyone who has multiple myeloma has symptoms. Most people develop symptoms

MSK is a leading center for Mohs surgery and other dermatologic surgeries. Learn more about our approach to care.

… If you or a loved one has skin cancer that requires Mohs surgery or another dermatologic surgery, you’ve come to the right place. We want to help you understand your options and have the best outcome possible. This information is meant to guide you through your treatment. We want you to be prepared for

Learn about a blood condition called clonal hematopoiesis (CH) and Memorial Sloan Kettering’s CH clinic.

… Clonal hematopoiesis (CH) happens when a cell called a hematopoietic stem cell, which can develop into different types of blood cells, starts making cells with the same genetic mutation. These blood cells have a different genetic pattern than the rest of your blood cells. There are no warning signs of

Obtenga más información sobre una afección sanguínea llamada hematopoyesis clonal (CH) y sobre la clínica de CH del Memorial Sloan Kettering.

… La hematopoyesis clonal (CH) ocurre cuando una célula llamada célula madre hematopoyética, que puede convertirse en diferentes tipos de células sanguíneas, comienza a producir células con la misma mutación genética. Estas células sanguíneas tienen un patrón genético diferente al del resto de las células

The replacement has been lengthened 72.4 mm (2 7/8 in) to keep up with growth in a teenaged boy who was cured of his osteosarcoma. The device was secured in the femur (thighbone) without cement, relying on the boy's own bone to grow into the device

… Expandable Knee Replacement The replacement has been lengthened 72.4 mm (2 7/8 in) to keep up with growth in a teenaged boy who was cured of his osteosarcoma. The device was secured in the femur (thighbone) without cement, relying on the boy’s own bone to grow into the device.

Advancements in cervical cancer treatment mean the outlook for women with this disease have never been better. Find out how MSK experts are improving outcomes and quality of life for women with cervical cancer.

… The outlook for women with cervical cancer has never been better. And our doctors and specialists are always looking for new ways to improve the treatment options for women with this disease. Each year, approximately 200 women with cervical cancer, and 50 with invasive disease, come to us for care. And