Dr. Alpesh Jashvant Amin M.D.

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• The Link Between Lymphoma Radiotherapy and Mesothelioma

  One of the more common forms of treatment for lymphoma is radiotherapy. This involves using radiation to kill the cancer cells in the lymph nodes. New studies have produced concerning findings regarding radiation therapy, and point towards another induced risk of using the practice.The StudyThe...

• Bringing Chronic Lymphocytic Leukemia Patients and Their Doctors Together via Survey

  While patients may entirely admire and respect their doctors, sometimes they simply do not agree with the course of action they are proposing. While this may not be a big deal for a visit about a cold or something minimal, it can be life-altering for those with chronic conditions. That is why a...

• Multiple Myeloma: What is Autotransplantation?

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• The Effect of Sunshine on Lymphoma

  Having a lack of enough vitamin D can drastically effect one's ability to fight many cancers, including lymphoma. So, researchers inevitably wondered whether the addition of Vitamin D to preexisting therapies would prolong patients' lives. The Wilmot Cancer Institute received a $3 million grant for...

• 7-year-old with Lymphoma Joins and Inspires Lacrosse Team

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