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What is Adrenal Cortical Carcinoma (ACC)?
Understanding your diagnosis is the first step toward cancer remission.
Adrenal cortical carcinoma or adrenocortical carcinoma is a rare disease. The malignant (cancerous) tumor begins in the adrenal cortex, which is the adrenal glands’ outer layer. The adrenal glands are found on top of the kidneys. They play a significant role in the endocrine system, which is responsible for producing and controlling hormones.
To be specific, the adrenal cortex creates hormones that regulate the body’s metabolism and blood pressure. Furthermore, it produces the stress hormone called cortisol, as well as male hormones called androgens, which include testosterone. Adrenocortical carcinoma can cause excessive production of these hormones.
Untreated, ACC can spread to nearby tissues, regional lymph nodes, and/or internal organs. Acting now, however, may improve your prognosis.
Reverse the Signs of Adrenal Cortical Carcinoma
Here at New Hope Unlimited, among our treatment goals is to address the symptoms of adrenal cortical carcinoma, which depend on the hormones ACC is producing:
Cortisol:
- High blood sugar
- High blood pressure
- Muscle weakness in the legs
- Skin that bruises easily
- Rapid weight gain
Testosterone and other androgens:
- Deepened voice in women
- Increased facial and body hair, especially in women
Aldosterone:
- High blood pressure
- Excessive weight gain
Estrogen:
- Infertility, particularly in men
- Enlarged breast tissue in men (gynecomastia)
- Erectile dysfunction
What Caused Your Cancer?
The causes of adrenocortical carcinoma are unknown. However, ACC can be a secondary cancer, which is what happens when cancer from another organ or part of the body spreads to the adrenal glands.
Medical scientists have also identified a number of risk factors for adrenal cortical carcinoma:
- Being female between the ages of 40 and 50
- Genetic disorders that affect the adrenal glands
- Exposure to carcinogens in the environment
- A personal history of aggressive cancers, such as:
How Do Doctors Confirm a Cancer Diagnosis?
To improve your adrenal cortical carcinoma prognosis, getting an early and accurate diagnosis is imperative. Your doctor might order these tests to screen for ACC:
- Medical history and physical exam
- Blood and urine tests for adrenal hormones
- Imaging tests, including:
- Ultrasound
- X-ray of the chest
- Computerized tomography (CT) scan
- Magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) scan
- Positron emission tomography (PET) scan
- Laparoscopy
- Removal of a sample tissue (biopsy)
After receiving an adrenocortical carcinoma diagnosis, the next most important step is to plan your treatment with New Hope Unlimited.
Why Choose Us for Adrenal Cortical Carcinoma Alternative Treatment?
For someone with a rare form of cancer like ACC, choosing which cancer care team to entrust with your health is perhaps the most important decision to make. Here at New Hope Unlimited, you are in good, expert hands. You will receive comprehensive care and non-invasive therapies from leading providers of a cross between conventional and holistic cancer treatments for ACC. Our track record shows that combining both sides of medicine improves the likelihood of cancer remission, integrating science-proven techniques and advanced technology into survivorship.
It’s never too late. Call 480-757-6573 today to expand your treatment options.
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FAQs
1. What is the incidence rate of adrenal cortical carcinoma?
In general, adrenal carcinomas are extremely rare. According to the American Cancer Society, the exact number of ACC cases is unknown. The estimate is around 200 diagnoses in the United States each year.2. What specific treatments does New Hope Unlimited offer?
From infrared sauna detoxification therapy to homeopathic medicine and other non-invasive protocols, read our Treatments for Cancer page to know about the alternative adrenal cortical carcinoma treatments you may receive.