Problem: Article: Talk to your doctor about radiation therapy if you have stage III or IV thymoma. This treatment involves the use of high energy x-rays and other forms of radiation to eradicate cancer cells and stop new cells from forming. The type of radiation you receive may depend on the stage and type of thymoma you have. External radiation utilizes a machine outside the body in order to send the radiation towards the cancer. Internal radiation therapy, on the other hand, uses radioactive substances found in wires, catheters, needles, and seeds placed near or directly into the cancer. Chemotherapy can be used to reduce thymoma tumors. This treatment is generally used for people who have an invasive thymoma that has spread to other organs. The drugs that are used during chemotherapy include cyclophosphamide, doxorubicin, vincristine, and cisplatin. These medications will be described in detail in the following steps. Cyclophosphamide (Cytoxan) is a drug that is used to treat various types of cancer. This drug is converted by the liver and made into acrolein and phosphoramide (active compounds that slow down the growth of cancer cells by disrupting the DNA of cancerous cells). This can help to shrink and treat the thymoma. Dosage is given initially at 30 to 50 mg/kg, administered intravenously during a period of 2 to 5 days. This dosage is then repeated in 2 to 4 weeks interval. Orally, 1 to 5 mg/kg of this drug can be taken every day. Doxorubicin is another chemotherapeutic agent used with other drugs to treat various types of cancer, including thymoma. This drug works to slow down, and in some cases completely stop, the growth of cancer cells in your body. This drug is generally administered intravenously once every 21 to 28 days. The length of the treatment depends on the response of the tumor to the medication, as well as the response of your body to certain side effects. Vincristine (Oncovin) is a chemotherapeutic drug used with other drugs to stop or slow down the growth of cancer cells in the body. This drug is administered intravenously. Cisplatin (Platinol-AQ) is another chemotherapeutic agent used in the treatment of various cancers. This is used alone or in combination with other agents, such as the ones described in the previous steps. It works to slow down or completely stop the growth of cancer cells in your body. Doctors generally give this drug intravenously. They may prescribe 75 to 100 mg/m every four weeks, depending on what other chemotherapy drugs you are prescribed.
Summary: Consider radiation therapy. Consider chemotherapy medications as an option. Talk to your doctor about Cyclophosphamide (Cytoxan). Take Doxorubicin. Try Vincristine (Oncovin). Treat thymoma with Cisplatin (Platinol-AQ).

INPUT ARTICLE: Article: If you're used to removing your wet clothes as soon as they've finished washing, try holding off until the spin cycle is complete. The rapid movement of the drum will whisk excess moisture out of the pants, getting them that much closer to dry by the time they go into the dryer. Think of it as giving yourself a head start. The spin cycle only takes an average of 5-10 minutes on most washing machines, but has the potential to save you a considerable amount of drying time, depending on the material of the item. Towels are designed to be absorbent, which means they'll soak up water every time they collide with your wet trousers. The moisture will be distributed between the towel and pants, and the pants will dry faster as a resultyou can worry about the towel later. Make sure the towel you use is made from a moisture-wicking material like cotton. Be sure to remove the towel after about 15 minutes. After that, it will just start contributing moisture to the rest of the load. Instead of using one of the dryer's presets, select a specific time frame and make sure the heat level is as high as it can go. When the timer goes off, check the pants. If they still feel damp, put them back in for 5 minutes at a time until they feel dry to the touch. You might be surprised by how little time it actually takes to get your clothes dry. Most people are used to loading the dryer, twisting the dial to "normal," and letting it run until it's finished. If you're in a hurry, however, this can really eat into your time, and may not even be necessary. Drying natural materials like cotton on high heat regularly may cause shrinking or damage the fabric. Remove the lint trap from the top of the dryer and tap it over a trash can to loosen the dust and fibers that have accumulated on it, then slide it back into place. Keeping the lint trap clean ensures that your dryer is performing at peak efficiency, and could shave an extra few minutes off your total drying time. A pristine lint trap channels heat and air much more efficiently than one that's blocked up with debris. Get in the habit of emptying the lint trap after every 2-3 loads of laundry you run through the dryer. It's also a good idea to make sure the exhaust duct that carries hot air out of the dryer isn't blocked up. Over time, dust, lint, and cobwebs can accumulate inside, reducing air flow and creating a potential fire hazard.

SUMMARY: Take advantage of the spin cycle. Throw a dry towel in the dryer. Use a timed dry with a high heat setting. Clear the lint trap.

In one sentence, describe what the following article is about: The first step in doing something new is to come up with some fresh ideas. Start by generating a list of things you've always wanted to do. Remember that there are no wrong answers when you're brainstorming! Aim for at least five items on your list. Perhaps you've always wanted to skydive, bungee jump, or go white water rafting. Maybe you've always wanted to write a book, perform at an open mic, or grow your own garden. Maybe you've always wanted to work as a barista, make a short film, or try a vegan diet. Another way to generate some new ideas is to make a list of things you'd like to learn. Learning new things is a great way to meet people, have fun, and feel a sense of fulfillment. Aim to come up with at least five things you'd like to learn. Perhaps you'd like to learn a new language, such as Spanish, Italian, or Chinese. Perhaps you'd like to learn a new creative skill, such as photography, pottery, or landscape painting. Perhaps you'd like to learn how to cook, do yoga, or write poetry. Finally, you can add to this ongoing list of new things by listing places (or things) that you've always wanted to see. Traveling to a new place (even someplace that is just around the corner) can open your eyes to new possibilities. Maybe you have always wanted to visit the Louvre in Paris and see the Mona Lisa. Maybe you have always wanted to climb a mountain in the Alps. Maybe there is a restaurant in your city that you've always wanted to try. You don't need to think too hard about it. Simply select the item from these lists that jumps out at you, makes your heart race, and gets you a little excited. This is the first new thing you should do. Even if it is seems big and far away, with a little planning, you can do it. Don't get caught up in choosing something. Just pick an idea that excites you!
Summary:
Write down things you've always wanted to do. Make of list things you want to learn. Create a list of places you want to see. Choose something from these lists.