North Hills Seniors: Comprehensive Treatment Options for Adrenal Cancer
For seniors in North Hills, learning you have adrenal cancer can feel overwhelming, but your community and care teams are here for you. With excellent local clinics and a strong support network, North Hills seniors can access advanced treatment options for adrenal cancer close to home. This guide provides a full overview of your options and the support available for every step of your journey.
What Is Adrenal Cancer?
Adrenal cancer is a rare disease starting in the adrenal glands, which sit atop the kidneys and help control your body’s hormones. Symptoms may include unexplained weight changes, high blood pressure, or persistent fatigue. Sometimes, adrenal cancer is found during tests for unrelated issues.
Main Treatment Options for North Hills Seniors
- Surgery: Often the first choice if the tumor hasn’t spread. Removing the tumor—and sometimes the entire gland—offers the best chance of cure. Minimally invasive options can mean faster recovery and less discomfort for seniors.
- Medications: Drugs like mitotane, chemotherapy, or hormone blockers are prescribed if surgery isn’t possible or if the cancer has spread. These can help manage symptoms and slow tumor growth.
- Radiation Therapy: Used to shrink tumors, ease symptoms, or treat cancer that has spread. Radiation is painless and usually given over several sessions.
- Targeted Therapy and Immunotherapy: Newer options that block cancer cell growth or help your immune system fight cancer. Ask your care team if these are right for you.
- Clinical Trials: North Hills seniors may be eligible for cutting-edge treatments—ask your oncologist about opportunities.
Personalized Care in North Hills
- Multidisciplinary Teams: North Hills clinics and hospitals provide coordinated care, including surgeons, endocrinologists, and cancer specialists.
- Support Services: The All Seniors Foundation helps with rides, second opinions, and connecting seniors to local resources.
- Family and Community: Local support—friends, neighbors, and family—can help with errands, appointments, and encouragement.
What to Expect During Treatment
Your treatment journey may include surgery, outpatient therapies, and regular check-ins. North Hills healthcare teams tailor every plan to fit your needs. Most treatments allow you to stay independent and involved in community life.
Managing Symptoms and Side Effects
- Communicate regularly with your care team about fatigue, appetite changes, or pain.
- Access nutrition, transportation, and wellness programs through local organizations.
- Stay socially active—North Hills’ senior programs and parks are great places for connection and recovery.
Questions for Your Provider
- What’s the best approach for my stage of cancer?
- What are the side effects and how can I manage them?
- Are there clinical trials or advanced therapies in North Hills?
Living Well During Treatment
Staying connected to friends, family, and North Hills activities makes a difference. Visit parks, enjoy senior center events, and let local organizations support you when you need help.
Next Steps and Local Resources
To learn more about treatment options for adrenal cancer, speak with your provider or visit our resource page. North Hills seniors have access to high-quality care, supportive services, and a caring community for every step of the journey.
