Question 1

i have chronic hypertension & a family history of 3 types of cancer. i have a lot of brown spots on my feet is this a health issue

Accepted Answer

Brown spots: These may be venous stasis changes associated with poor circulation? You should see your dermatologist.

Question 2

sciatic type pain from left lower back into buttock and down leg.  sometimes foot tingles.  can get comfortable laying or sitting but hurts a lot to walk.  what are the chances this is result of a cancer.  i am terrified snd it's giving me anxiety?

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: Sciatica is virtually never caused by cancer, so, your concerns are unwarranted.  But behooves you to obtain imaging to assess the significance of your symptoms.  Conservative physical therapy may well be the solution to your problems.

Question 3

mixed reaction. are the strains that cause common or flat warts on hands and feet the cancer causing type? i don't have genital warts fyi?

Accepted Answer

: No. The strains of HPV that trigger common or flat warts are not associated with cancer.

Question 4

what type of doctor shoule you see for toenail cancer?

Accepted Answer

Specialist: Either musculoskeletal oncologist or a dermatologist with oncology training.....

Question 5

does homedics foot spa causes cancer?

Accepted Answer

No clear association: No, there has been no association with using a foot spa and developing cancer.

Question 6

i had symptoms of the coronavirus for the last week. i live in fl, and i cannot get tested. my neighbor has stage four cancer and lives just 30 feet away from me. when will we be able to get tested?

Accepted Answer

Maybe no test?: As you know, the entire US is short on tests, and how you get tested is different in every state. The important thing for you is to stay away from your neighbor completely, stay in your home, and let your doctor know if your symptoms worsen. You should assume that you have the coronavirus unfortunately. I'm sorry, I wish we could test everyone!

Question 7

is it normal for nsclc ling cancer to spread to the foot?

Accepted Answer

No: Would be highly unusual unless there are other areas of spread.

Question 8

what to do if i have warts on the bottom of my feet chance of cancer?

Accepted Answer

While not common: Warts can transform to a malignant form known as epithilioma cunniculotum. Best think to do would be to get rid of the warts that you have so that they won't transform. You can always have a piece biopsiednbeforensestroying.

Question 9

what kind of tests are needed to figure out if i have cancer in my foot?

Accepted Answer

Tissue: If the tumor is in the deeper tissues of your foot, an MRI can be suggestive. Ultimately, a biopsy will be how the diagnosis is made.

Question 10

i have  lights energy saving bulb in the top of my wall in the middle is it safe if i sit away 3 feet so that i don't get cancer?

Accepted Answer

Don't worry: There is no evidence that light bulbs cause cancer.  You don't need to be 3 feet away.

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I have chronic hypertension & a family history of 3 types of cancer. i have a lot of brown spots on my feet is this a health issue

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Sciatic type pain from left lower back into buttock and down leg. sometimes foot tingles. can get comfortable laying or sitting but hurts a lot to walk. what are the chances this is result of a cancer. i am terrified snd it's giving me anxiety?

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Mixed reaction. are the strains that cause common or flat warts on hands and feet the cancer causing type? i don't have genital warts fyi?

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What type of doctor shoule you see for toenail cancer?

A member asked:

Does homedics foot spa causes cancer?

A member asked:

I had symptoms of the coronavirus for the last week. i live in fl, and i cannot get tested. my neighbor has stage four cancer and lives just 30 feet away from me. when will we be able to get tested?

A member asked:

Is it normal for nsclc ling cancer to spread to the foot?

A member asked:

What to do if i have warts on the bottom of my feet chance of cancer?

A member asked:

What kind of tests are needed to figure out if i have cancer in my foot?

A member asked:

I have lights energy saving bulb in the top of my wall in the middle is it safe if i sit away 3 feet so that i don't get cancer?

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