


I was recently diagnosed with Myasthenia gravis. Am I at a greater risk for developing Thymoma carcinoma?
Unfortunately, yes. People who have autoimmune conditions are known to be more likely to develop Thymoma carcinoma. Approximately 30-75% of those diagnosed with this form of cancer also have either Myasthenia gravis, hypogammaglobulinemia, or pure red cell aplasia....
Is asbestos exposure the only cause of mesothelioma?
By: Dr. Thomas Incledon Is asbestos exposure the only cause of mesothelioma? The short answer is no, it’s not the only cause. Other risk factors for developing mesothelioma, which is an aggressive form of cancer that occurs in the thin layer of tissue that...
Lung Cancer is Serious: 3 Key Things Everyone Should Know
By: Dr. Thomas Incledon Lung cancer is responsible for approximately 200,000 deaths in the United States each year. This accounts for the most cancer-related deaths across genders. One of the main reasons for this is that by the time patients get to the doctor, they...