Kaposi's sarcoma (patient information): Difference between revisions
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==What to expect (Outook/Prognosis)?== | ==What to expect (Outook/Prognosis)?== | ||
The prognosis of Kaposi's sarcoma depends on the following: | |||
:*The type of Kaposi sarcoma | |||
:*Whether the cancer has spread | |||
:*Whether the cancer has just been diagnosed or has recurred | |||
:*The patient's general health, especially the immune system. | |||
==Copyleft Sources== | ==Copyleft Sources== |
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What is Kaposi's sarcoma?
How do I know if I have Kaposi's sarcoma and what are the symptoms of Kaposi's sarcoma?
Who is at risk for Kaposi's sarcoma?
How to know you have Kaposi's sarcoma?
When to seek urgent medical care?
Treatment options
Diseases with similar symptoms
Where to find medical care for Kaposi's sarcoma?
Directions to Hospitals Treating Kaposi's sarcoma
Prevention of Kaposi's sarcoma
What to expect (Outook/Prognosis)?
The prognosis of Kaposi's sarcoma depends on the following:
- The type of Kaposi sarcoma
- Whether the cancer has spread
- Whether the cancer has just been diagnosed or has recurred
- The patient's general health, especially the immune system.
Copyleft Sources
http://www.cancer.gov/cancertopics/pdq/treatment/kaposis/patient
http://www.cancer.org/docroot/cri/content/cri_2_4_1x_what_is_kaposis_sarcoma_21.asp?sitearea=cri