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Non-specific immunotherapies stimulate the immune system but don't target cancer cells specifically. Learn more about non-specific immunotherapy here.
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Monoclonal antibodies are man-made versions of immune system proteins that can be made to attack a very specific target.
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American Cancer Society: The type of treatment(s) your doctor recommends will depend on the stage and location of the melanoma and on your overall health. Learn more here.
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Biologic therapy or immunotherapy helps boost the body's immune system to fight off or destroy kidney cancer cells more effectively. Learn more here.
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Immunotherapy helps boost a person’s immune system to better attack the cancer. A number of immunotherapies are used for people with advanced melanoma. Learn more here.
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Genetics
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For kidney cancer that has not spread to distant sites, surgery is usually the primary or first treatment. Learn about other treatment options here.
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Immunotherapy is treatment that either boosts the patient’s own immune system or uses man-made versions of the normal parts of the immune system to treat Castleman disease.
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Treating Melanoma Skin Cancer
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If you've been diagnosed with melanoma, your cancer care team will discuss your
treatment options with you. It's important to weigh the benefits of each treatment option
against the possible ri...
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About Waldenstrom Macroglobulinemia
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Overview and Types
If you have been diagnosed with Waldenstrom macroglobulinemia or are worried about
it, you likely have a lot of questions. Learning some basics is a good place to start...