Pancreatic cancer is a genetic disease caused by changes or mutations in segments of DNA called genes. Genes carry the code or the instructions which tells the cells in the body how to grow and function. Mutations in certain genes can allow cells to grow in an uncontrolled way.
At Nebraska Medicine we have an expert team that will help guide you and your family through the treatment. Below I have compiled a list of questions I recommend all my patients with pancreatic cancer ask their oncology team.
It's one of the biggest complaints as people age: drooping and baggy skin around the eyes. What can you do about it, who is a good candidate and can eye surgery help with vision or other issues? Ophthalmologist Dr. Rao Chundury has answers in this brief Q & A!
Urinary incontinence is the most common type of pelvic floor disorder, followed by fecal incontinence and pelvic organ prolapse. It is not normal and there are multiple treatment options that can improve a woman’s quality of life. Learn more.
Erectile dysfunction (ED) can be a difficult topic for men to discuss. But the truth is, ED becomes more common with age and in many cases – up to 70 percent – it is a symptom of other conditions like diabetes, heart disease or high blood pressure. Learn more.
Rural hospitals that are part of the Nebraska Medicine Telestroke Program receive immediate access to the Nebraska Medicine stroke team for quick assessment of stroke patients who come to their hospital. The Nebraska Medicine Comprehensive Stroke Center is the only certified center in the region, providing the highest level of stroke certification available. Learn more.
Research has a place in all aspects of medicine, and cardiovascular medicine is an especially fertile ground for clinical trials. Learn more about clinical trials for heart disease.
Swimmer's ear is an infection in the outer ear canal, that is often caused by water that stays in your ear after swimming. While mild cases of swimmer’s ear will usually resolve on its own, you may need to seek treatment if the infection persists. Learn more.