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OverviewSee All
 Thymus Cancer: Introduction in Overview
Thymus cancer is cancer that starts in the thymus. This is a small organ in the front part of your chest under the breastbone. Learn more about this type of cancer. ...more
 Anatomy of the Endocrine System in Overview
The endocrine system is a complex network of glands and organs. It includes the hypothalamus, pancreas, ovaries, and testes, along with the pituitary, thyroid, and other glands. ...more
 Thymus Cancer: Risk Factors in Overview
Anyone can get thymus cancer. Learn the few factors linked to an increased risk for this type of cancer. ...more
 Thymus Cancer: Symptoms in Overview
Learn about the possible symptoms of thymus cancer....more
 Thymus Cancer: Introduction in Overview
Thymus cancer is cancer that starts in the thymus. This is a small organ in the front part of your chest under the breastbone. Learn more about this type of cancer. ...more
 Anatomy of the Endocrine System in Overview
The endocrine system is a complex network of glands and organs. It includes the hypothalamus, pancreas, ovaries, and testes, along with the pituitary, thyroid, and other glands. ...more
 Thymus Cancer: Risk Factors in Overview
Anyone can get thymus cancer. Learn the few factors linked to an increased risk for this type of cancer. ...more
 Thymus Cancer: Symptoms in Overview
Learn about the possible symptoms of thymus cancer....more
Understanding Your DiagnosisSee All
 Thymus Cancer: Diagnosis in Understanding Your Diagnosis
If your healthcare provider thinks you might have a thymus tumor, you will need certain exams and tests to be sure. Here are the tests used to diagnose thymus cancer. ...more
 Biopsy in Understanding Your Diagnosis
A detailed look at different types of biopsies, and how and why they are done....more
 Mediastinoscopy in Understanding Your Diagnosis
A mediastinoscopy is a procedure used to examine the mediastinum. This is the space behind the breastbone (sternum). Read on to learn more about the procedure, and what to expect. ...more
 Thymus Cancer: Newly Diagnosed in Understanding Your Diagnosis
Being told you have thymus cancer can be scary, and you may have many questions. But you have people on your healthcare team to help. ...more
 Thymus Cancer: Stages in Understanding Your Diagnosis
The stage of a cancer is how much and how far it has spread in your body. Learn the stages of thymus cancer. ...more
 Thymus Cancer: Diagnosis in Understanding Your Diagnosis
If your healthcare provider thinks you might have a thymus tumor, you will need certain exams and tests to be sure. Here are the tests used to diagnose thymus cancer. ...more
 Biopsy in Understanding Your Diagnosis
A detailed look at different types of biopsies, and how and why they are done....more
 Mediastinoscopy in Understanding Your Diagnosis
A mediastinoscopy is a procedure used to examine the mediastinum. This is the space behind the breastbone (sternum). Read on to learn more about the procedure, and what to expect. ...more
 Thymus Cancer: Newly Diagnosed in Understanding Your Diagnosis
Being told you have thymus cancer can be scary, and you may have many questions. But you have people on your healthcare team to help. ...more
 Thymus Cancer: Stages in Understanding Your Diagnosis
The stage of a cancer is how much and how far it has spread in your body. Learn the stages of thymus cancer. ...more
Deciding on TreatmentSee All
 Thymus Cancer: Treatment Choices in Deciding on Treatment
There are many treatment choices for thymus tumors. Learn which ones may be options for you. ...more
 Thymus Cancer: Chemotherapy in Deciding on Treatment
Chemotherapy (chemo) uses anticancer medicines to kill cancer cells. Learn how chemo is used for thymus cancer. ...more
 Thymus Cancer: Radiation Therapy in Deciding on Treatment
Radiation therapy uses high-energy radiation from X-rays or particles to kill cancer cells. Learn how this treatment is used for thymus cancer. ...more
 Thymus Cancer: Surgery in Deciding on Treatment
Surgery is often used to treat thymus tumors. Different kinds of surgery may be done. Which type you have depends on how much the cancer has spread, and other factors. Learn more. ...more
 Complementary and Alternative Medicine in Deciding on Treatment
Complementary medicine is used along with other therapies. It often serves to relieve symptoms and improve quality of life. Alternative medicine is used alone, without standard treatment. ...more
 Thymus Cancer: Treatment Choices in Deciding on Treatment
There are many treatment choices for thymus tumors. Learn which ones may be options for you. ...more
 Thymus Cancer: Chemotherapy in Deciding on Treatment
Chemotherapy (chemo) uses anticancer medicines to kill cancer cells. Learn how chemo is used for thymus cancer. ...more
 Thymus Cancer: Radiation Therapy in Deciding on Treatment
Radiation therapy uses high-energy radiation from X-rays or particles to kill cancer cells. Learn how this treatment is used for thymus cancer. ...more
 Thymus Cancer: Surgery in Deciding on Treatment
Surgery is often used to treat thymus tumors. Different kinds of surgery may be done. Which type you have depends on how much the cancer has spread, and other factors. Learn more. ...more
 Complementary and Alternative Medicine in Deciding on Treatment
Complementary medicine is used along with other therapies. It often serves to relieve symptoms and improve quality of life. Alternative medicine is used alone, without standard treatment. ...more
Managing Side EffectsSee All
 Thymus Cancer: Treatment Questions in Managing Side Effects
Talking with healthcare providers about your thymus tumor can be overwhelming. It helps to be prepared. Here are some questions you should ask during your appointments. ...more
 General Nutrition Guidelines During Cancer Treatment in Managing Side Effects
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
 Managing Cancer-Related Fatigue in Managing Side Effects, Other Treatment Side Effects
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
 Thymus Cancer: Treatment Questions in Managing Side Effects
Talking with healthcare providers about your thymus tumor can be overwhelming. It helps to be prepared. Here are some questions you should ask during your appointments. ...more
 General Nutrition Guidelines During Cancer Treatment in Managing Side Effects
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
 Managing Cancer-Related Fatigue in Managing Side Effects, Other Treatment Side Effects
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
 Thymus Cancer Overview in Cancer FAQs
The thymus is a small organ in the front part of your chest under the top part of the breastbone. Thymus cancer is rare. Learn more about symptoms, diagnosis, and treatments. ...more
 Thymus Cancer Overview in Cancer FAQs
The thymus is a small organ in the front part of your chest under the top part of the breastbone. Thymus cancer is rare. Learn more about symptoms, diagnosis, and treatments. ...more