Understanding Rising CEA Levels: Implications for Cancer Screening
The CEA levels in the health checkup have been increasing year by year? Doctor: Hello. I am 52 years old and underwent surgery for a benign meningioma 25 years ago. My father passed away from colorectal cancer a few years ago, and my mother had endometrial cancer but is doing wel...
Dr. Fan Sheng Reply:
Mr. Wang An: 1. The normal reference ranges may vary each year due to differences in testing equipment or reagents. 2. A CEA level below 4 is generally considered normal. However, in the presence of cancer, CEA levels may not necessarily rise. Given your family history of colorec...[Read More] Understanding Rising CEA Levels: Implications for Cancer Screening
Nutrition Strategies for Patients with Advanced Pancreatic Cancer
Diet for Pancreatic Cancer The patient has been diagnosed with pancreatic cancer with cancer cells disseminated in the abdominal cavity (resulting in ascites) and is currently only able to eat small bites, leading to rapid weight loss. How can we enhance their dietary intake to h...
Dr. Fan Sheng Reply:
Mr. Xiao Shu: I'm afraid it might be difficult. May I ask if the attending physician could consider using Megestrol Acetate to increase appetite?[Read More] Nutrition Strategies for Patients with Advanced Pancreatic Cancer
Seeking Treatment Options for Pancreatic Cancer and Metastasis
Pancreatic cancer Dr. Lin: Hello, I have currently been diagnosed with a 10x5 cm tumor in my pancreas, which has also metastasized to my liver and femur. My mental state is good, but my bilirubin levels have been rising, currently at 5.4. The doctors have not provided any treatme...
Dr. Lin Zongzhe Reply:
Hello! Pain management is also a very important treatment for pancreatic tumors with liver and bone metastases. Regarding the rise in jaundice levels, if it is obstructive, bile drainage may be considered. Additionally, chemotherapy and radiation therapy can also be beneficial at...[Read More] Seeking Treatment Options for Pancreatic Cancer and Metastasis
Understanding Pancreatic Cancer: A Family's Journey and Medical Decisions
Pancreatic cancer A mother who was usually healthy suddenly experienced severe jaundice. An ultrasound examination by the doctor revealed enlarged liver and gallbladder. A gastroscopy found a tumor about 1 cm in size at the head of the duodenum. An emergency exploratory laparotom...
Dr. Yang Youhua Reply:
Hello, Little Lamb: The question you raised involves many surgical specialties. Since the field of medicine is highly specialized, non-surgical specialists do not have the authority to comment on surgical-related professional issues. Thank you for your understanding.[Read More] Understanding Pancreatic Cancer: A Family's Journey and Medical Decisions