A common over-the-counter medication could significantly reduce the risk of colorectal cancer coming back. In a Swedish study, a low dose of aspirin was shown to slash recurrence in half for patients ...

One large study found that more advanced cases of colorectal cancer had a higher likelihood of returning. For example, if participants had stage 3 colon cancer, almost 25 percent experienced a ...

After BCT, patients with MF or MC breast cancer were at higher risk for local recurrence relative to patients with unifocal disease. The investigators noted that much of the trend was driven by ...

Bacterial vaginosis affects one third of reproductive-aged women, and recurrence is common. Evidence of sexual exchange of bacterial vaginosis–associated organisms between partners suggests that ...

A new study of breast cancer survivors has found this psychosocial challenge impacts almost every important domain of their lives -- the emotional, behavioral, cognitive, relational and professional.

Several factors can influence a person’s life expectancy if they experience recurrence of pancreatic cancer, including the location of recurrence, a person’s treatment, and their tumor grading, size, ...

The risk for atherosclerotic cardiovascular disease (ASCVD) events may differ by sociodemographic factors among patients meeting the definition of very high risk according to the 2018 American Heart ...

Treatment for early-stage melanoma often leads to a cure, allowing most patients to lead normal, productive lives with good quality of life. Estimates vary, but melanoma returns, or recurs, in ...

Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. Melissa Houston covers financial issues that affect women in business. Starting and sustaining a small business can often feel ...

Researchers sought to better understand the risk for recurrence and precipitants for relapse in anterior uveitis, potentially allowing clinicians to better provide a prognosis and disease course with ...