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OverviewSee All
 The Adrenal Glands in Overview
Detailed information on the adrenal gland, its anatomy and function...more
 Adrenal Cancer: Introduction in Overview
Adrenal cancer is a rare cancer that begins in the adrenal glands. Read on to learn more about the adrenal glands, and types of tumors found there. ...more
 Adrenal Cancer: Symptoms in Overview
Adrenal cancer symptoms can include muscle cramps, belly or back pain, and headaches. Read on for a full list of symptoms. ...more
 The Adrenal Glands in Overview
Detailed information on the adrenal gland, its anatomy and function...more
 Adrenal Cancer: Introduction in Overview
Adrenal cancer is a rare cancer that begins in the adrenal glands. Read on to learn more about the adrenal glands, and types of tumors found there. ...more
 Adrenal Cancer: Symptoms in Overview
Adrenal cancer symptoms can include muscle cramps, belly or back pain, and headaches. Read on for a full list of symptoms. ...more
Understanding Your DiagnosisSee All
If your healthcare provider thinks you might have adrenal cancer, you will need certain exams and tests to be sure. Here's what you can expect. ...more
 Abdominal Ultrasound in Understanding Your Diagnosis
An abdominal ultrasound is an imaging test used to assess the organs and structures in the belly. Read on to learn what to expect before, during, and after the test. ...more
CT scan is an imaging test that uses X-rays and a computer to make detailed images of the body. A CT scan shows details of the bones, muscles, fat, soft tissues, organs, and blood vessels. They are more detailed than regular X-rays. ...more
 Nuclear Medicine in Understanding Your Diagnosis
Nuclear medicine is a specialized area of radiology. It uses very small amounts of radioactive materials to examine organ function and structure. This branch of radiology is often used to help diagnose and treat abnormalities very early in the progression of a disease, such as thyroid cancer. ...more
The stage of a cancer is how much and how far the cancer has spread in your body. It's one of the most important things to know when deciding how to treat cancer. Learn about the stages of adrenal cancer. ...more
If your healthcare provider thinks you might have adrenal cancer, you will need certain exams and tests to be sure. Here's what you can expect. ...more
 Abdominal Ultrasound in Understanding Your Diagnosis
An abdominal ultrasound is an imaging test used to assess the organs and structures in the belly. Read on to learn what to expect before, during, and after the test. ...more
CT scan is an imaging test that uses X-rays and a computer to make detailed images of the body. A CT scan shows details of the bones, muscles, fat, soft tissues, organs, and blood vessels. They are more detailed than regular X-rays. ...more
 Nuclear Medicine in Understanding Your Diagnosis
Nuclear medicine is a specialized area of radiology. It uses very small amounts of radioactive materials to examine organ function and structure. This branch of radiology is often used to help diagnose and treat abnormalities very early in the progression of a disease, such as thyroid cancer. ...more
The stage of a cancer is how much and how far the cancer has spread in your body. It's one of the most important things to know when deciding how to treat cancer. Learn about the stages of adrenal cancer. ...more
Deciding on TreatmentSee All
There are several treatment choices for adrenal cancer. Which may work best for you? It depends on a few factors. ...more
Chemotherapy may be used to treat adrenal cancer that has spread too much and can’t be removed with surgery. ...more
Radiation therapy is not often the main treatment for adrenal cancer. But it may be used after surgery to help keep the cancer from returning. It can also be used to treat other body parts where the tumor has spread. ...more
 Adrenal Cancer: Surgery in Deciding on Treatment
Surgery to remove the adrenal gland is the main treatment for adrenal cancer. It offers the best chance for cure. ...more
 Adrenal Cancer: Stages in Deciding on Treatment
The stage of a cancer is how much and how far the cancer has spread in your body. It's one of the most important things to know when deciding how to treat cancer. Learn about the stages of adrenal cancer. ...more
There are several treatment choices for adrenal cancer. Which may work best for you? It depends on a few factors. ...more
Chemotherapy may be used to treat adrenal cancer that has spread too much and can’t be removed with surgery. ...more
Radiation therapy is not often the main treatment for adrenal cancer. But it may be used after surgery to help keep the cancer from returning. It can also be used to treat other body parts where the tumor has spread. ...more
 Adrenal Cancer: Surgery in Deciding on Treatment
Surgery to remove the adrenal gland is the main treatment for adrenal cancer. It offers the best chance for cure. ...more
 Adrenal Cancer: Stages in Deciding on Treatment
The stage of a cancer is how much and how far the cancer has spread in your body. It's one of the most important things to know when deciding how to treat cancer. Learn about the stages of adrenal cancer. ...more
Managing Side EffectsSee All
Being told you have adrenal cancer can be scary, and you may have many questions. But you have people on your healthcare team to help. ...more
You may have difficulty eating or lose your appetite during cancer treatment. Try eating small, frequent meals throughout the day. To improve your appetite, don't drink beverages with your meals. ...more
Fatigue can come and go or stay constant for a while. Fatigue from chemotherapy tends to happen a few days after the treatment, peaks, and then gets better before the next treatment. Fatigue from radiation may not happen right away. ...more
Chemotherapy Side EffectsOther Treatment Side Effects
Being told you have adrenal cancer can be scary, and you may have many questions. But you have people on your healthcare team to help. ...more
You may have difficulty eating or lose your appetite during cancer treatment. Try eating small, frequent meals throughout the day. To improve your appetite, don't drink beverages with your meals. ...more
Fatigue can come and go or stay constant for a while. Fatigue from chemotherapy tends to happen a few days after the treatment, peaks, and then gets better before the next treatment. Fatigue from radiation may not happen right away. ...more
Cancer FAQsSee All
 Adrenal Cancer: Overview in Cancer FAQs
Adrenal cancer is a rare cancer that starts in the adrenal glands. You have 2 adrenal glands. One sits on top of each kidney. Learn more about symptoms, diagnosis, and treatments. ...more
 Adrenal Cancer: Overview in Cancer FAQs
Adrenal cancer is a rare cancer that starts in the adrenal glands. You have 2 adrenal glands. One sits on top of each kidney. Learn more about symptoms, diagnosis, and treatments. ...more