How reliable is the CA125?

How reliable is the CA125?

by | Jul 23, 2021 | All Cancer Keys

23rd July 2021 While the CA125 blood test is useful for diagnosing and monitoring people with ovarian cancer, 25% of ​patients with ovarian cancers will have a normal CA125 level. Therefore, the CA125 test alone is not an accurate diagnostic tool ​and primary care...
Are bone metastases visible on an X-ray?

Are bone metastases visible on an X-ray?

by | Jul 14, 2021 | All Cancer Keys

14th July 2021 The most common site of secondary breast cancer is the bone. While breast cancer can metastasise to any bone, the most commonly affected areas are the: spine ribs skull pelvis upper bones of the arms and legs. Bone metastases may be picked up on a plain...
5 tips to treat infection and lymphoedema

5 tips to treat infection and lymphoedema

by | Jul 9, 2021 | All Cancer Keys

9th July 2021 Lymphoedema may affect one or more limbs and corresponding quadrants of the trunk, face, breast and genitals. GatewayC’s ‘Managing Physical Effects’ course provides guidance on how to treat infection and lymphoedema. This includes guidance...