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There's a history of breast cancer in my family. Are there any preventative measures I can take to decrease my risk, and how often should I get checked out?

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Dr. Charles Bollmann, M.D. (Ob/Gyn, Fellow Amer. Academy Cosmetic Surgery, Founding Member Amer. Holistic Medical Assn.) answered

People get confused about breast cancer in the family. It is only immediate female members that matter - mother, daughter, sister. So many w...

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It seems like younger and younger women are getting skin cancer these days. What are the signs that a mole may be (or may become) cancerous?

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Dr. Erica Zelfand (Naturopathic Doctor) answered

I usually refer patient to the ABCDE's (as explained by Dr. Osman above). Remember that you can get melanoma on skin that doesn't get much s...

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I am having a hard time losing weight after Thyroid Cancer. I eat a clean diet and exercise regularly but the weight isn't coming off. Help?

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Dr. Rick Kattouf II (Triathlon, Fitness & Nutrition Coach) answered

Hello and thank you for your question. 1st off, congratulations on beating your thyroid cancer.

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Should I get the HPV vaccination? Is it safe?

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Dr. Erica Zelfand (Naturopathic Doctor) answered

It depends, on both questions :-)

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I've heard there is more throat and esophageal cancers today caused by STDs. What is this all about?

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Bob Smithing, MSN, NP, FAANP (Family Nurse Practitioner) answered

Not by STDs in general but by HPV 16 which is also a causative agent in cervical and other reproductive cancers. Several studies have shown ...

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