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There are many types of histiocytosis. A correct diagnosis is important to make sure we choose the treatment that's best for the type of histiocytosis you have.

… There are several types of histiocytosis. They often have similar symptoms, which can make it hard to get a correct histiocytosis  diagnosis . Histiocytosis affects people of all ages. In children, the most common types of histiocytosis are:   Langerhans cell histiocytosis (LCH) Langerhans cell histiocytosis

Learn about active Merkel cell carcinoma clinical trials happening now at Memorial Sloan Kettering, where you may have access to treatments before they’re available elsewhere.

… Although the rarity of Merkel cell carcinoma has made it difficult to study, researchers at Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center have a specific interest in evaluating new ways to treat this disease. We have a number of clinical trials evaluating new treatments for Merkel cell carcinoma. Some of these

The symptoms of myelodysplastic syndrome (MDS) are caused by the disease’s effect on the components in the blood.

… Symptoms of myelodysplastic syndrome (MDS) may include any of the following: Headache, lightheadedness, shortness of breath, paleness, and fatigue. These result from anemia. Susceptibility to infections, especially in the lungs, throat, sinuses, and skin, as well as mouth or ear infections or periodontal

New melanoma treatments developed at MSK are dramatically improving the outlook for our patients. Read more about our approach and how we can help you.

… If you need melanoma treatment, or are helping a loved one learn about melanoma treatment, you’ve come to the right place. We want to help you understand your treatment options to get the best outcome possible. This information is meant to help prepare you for the decisions that you and your family will

Los nuevos tratamientos para el melanoma desarrollados en MSK están mejorando drásticamente las perspectivas de nuestros pacientes. Lea más sobre nuestro enfoque y cómo podemos ayudarle.

… Si necesita tratamiento para el melanoma o está ayudando a un ser querido a aprender sobre el tratamiento del melanoma, ha venido al lugar correcto. Queremos ayudarle a entender cuáles son sus opciones de tratamiento para obtener el mejor resultado posible. Esta información está destinada a ayudarle

If your child has been diagnosed with Ewing sarcoma, Memorial Sloan Kettering is ready to help. Learn more about Ewing sarcoma and our treatment and approach at Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center.

… What is Ewing sarcoma? Ewing sarcoma is a rare form of cancer that most often affects children and teenagers. It commonly affects bones — such as the ribs, upper arm bone, thighbone, and pelvic bone — but can also affect soft tissues, such as those in the pelvis or chest. Ewing sarcoma can cause pain

Learn how our melanoma clinical trials and research might help you or your loved get access to the latest treatments for this serious disease.

… Memorial Sloan Kettering doctors are constantly working to improve treatment for people with melanoma through clinical trials. Participating in a clinical trial may give you access to promising melanoma treatments years before they’re available elsewhere. These studies may offer additional options if

Learn about this rare melanoma, how it’s treated, and why it can be challenging to diagnose.

… Spitzoid melanoma is a type of skin cancer. It begins when the melanocytes in the skin grow out of control and form tumors. Melanocytes are the cells responsible for making melanin, the pigment that determines the color of the skin. Spitzoid melanoma looks very much like an uncommon but benign skin mole

Obtenga información sobre este melanoma poco común, cómo se trata y por qué puede ser difícil de diagnosticar.

… El melanoma spitzoide es un tipo de cáncer de piel. Comienza cuando los melanocitos de la piel crecen sin control y forman tumores. Los melanocitos son las células encargadas de producir melanina, el pigmento que determina el color de la piel. El melanoma spitzoide se parece mucho a un lunar en la piel

At Memorial Sloan Kettering, the primary ovarian cancer treatments are surgery and chemotherapy. Learn more about these treatments and new approaches.

… More than ever before, refinements in surgical techniques and how we care for women after surgery are improving outcomes for women at all stages of ovarian cancer . At Memorial Sloan Kettering, our treatment approach for you will depend in large part on the stage of your cancer. When diagnosed early,