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Male | 21

Case of pontine glioma, 21 year old boy. MRI done on 24th February 2021 reveals large pontine lesion of 5cm x 3.3cm x 3.5cm. Recent MRI done on 16th march 2021 and new size of the lesion is 5cm x 3.1cm x 3.9 cm. Patient is currently having below symptoms: Impaired vision and mobility Dysarthia Dysphagia Breathing difficulties Headache I can send medical reports via whatsapp. Please help to contact via whatsapp. Thanking you in anticipation. Yours Faithful, A.Haradan

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Answered on 23rd May '24

Based on the information you have provided, it seems that the patient has a pontine glioma, which is a type of brain tumor that is located in the pons region of the brainstem. The symptoms you have listed, such as impaired vision and mobility, dysarthia, dysphagia, and breathing difficulties, can be caused by the presence of a brain tumor in the pons region. It is important for the patient to receive appropriate medical care and treatment for their condition. This may involve a combination of surgery, radiation therapy, and chemotherapy, depending on the specific characteristics of the tumor and the patient's overall health. It is important for you to follow treatment plan as recommended by your neurosurgeon and to continue to monitor symptoms closely. 

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Granulomatous cheilitis I had this problm frm last several mnths

Female | 36

You can try Tab Rebagen 100 mg thrice a day for 14 days. You can take this medicine after meals.

Answered on 23rd May '24

Dr. Ganapathi Kini

My aunt has heart cancer and she’s on the last stage. The doctor said that there’s no treatment but I’m hoping for a cure? Is there any possibilities?

Female | 49

Heart cancer is a very vague term. Usually atrial myxoma is the most common tumour in the heart. And the only best option of treatment of atrial myxomas is surgical removal. Whether the case is operable or inoperable will decide the prognosis.

Answered on 23rd May '24

Dr. Rajas Patel

Dr. Rajas Patel

I have some reports of my father. As per doctor suggested it is a liver cancer. So, I want to more suggestions on its. Like what is the reason behind it? Treatment?. Best hospital for this treatment?

Male | 62

follow these herbal combination :- Sootshekhar ras 125 mg twice a day, Pittari avleh 10 gms twice a day, after breakfast and dinner with water , send his reports initially

Answered on 2nd July '24

Dr. N S S Gauri

Dr. N S S Gauri

I am writing for my father's treatment. He has been diagnosed with stage 4 lung cancer in April 2018. He had gone through 6 cycles of of Alimta and carboplatin till October and then two cylces of Alimta only till December 2018. Up to October, he was doing great, had no side effects and his tumor size went down. After that he became very fatigued and also his tumor size increased significantly. In January 2019, Doctor put him on Docetaxel and so far he is doing good with no side effect. But, we would like to continue his treatment in your reputed hospital. I have attached his initial PET scan (April 2018) and recent PET scan (January 2019) along with few other CT scan. I appreciate if you could suggest me the doctor for his treatment and help me getting the appointments. Also, it would be very helpful if you can give me idea about the expenses. Since he will be coming from Bangladesh, it will take time to get visa and arrange rest of the stuff. Currently I am in Canada and planning to join him during his initial treatment at your hospital, preferably in March.

He will have to consult medical oncologist to make a treatment plan. everything will have to be looked into in detail before advising a plan. I suggest you to continue Docetaxel until that time. 

Answered on 23rd May '24

Dr. Sandeep Nayak

Dr. Sandeep Nayak

Keeley Mums cancer has spread too far and has been deemed too aggressive for surgery. It started off in the breast and has spread to her brain, throat, lungs, liver and now also into her lymph nodes... She has been referred to oncology, who will look at her case and decide whether she is a fit for chemotherapy, and once they meet her they will decide if she is strong enough to go through it. IF mum is able to have the chemo, she will either be given a course of tablets to take, I believe they are one tablet a week. Or she will be given chemo via an IV and will have to go to once every three weeks for a few hours. If mum decides not to have chemo she will be referred to palliative care

Female | 67

If breast cancer advances to the brain, throat, lungs, liver, and lymph nodes, it is advanced cancer. Breast Cancer naturally develops in the cells of the human breast. But when cancer cells are balooned in size, it is called breast tumor. Chemotherapy treatment is regarded as one of the most popular therapies for advanced Breast Cancer. Chemotherapy can be done as an outpatient procedure if your mom can physically handle the treatment..

Answered on 23rd May '24

Dr. Donald Babu

Dr. Donald Babu

My grandfather suffering from Esophageal cancer and his age is 68 years, so what is the possible treatment for this, and which is the best caring hospital in Chennai?

The treatment of esophageal cancer depends upon several factors stage, fitness level, and type. Treatment modalities can be surgical intervention, chemotherapy, and/ or radiation therapy. In Chennai, prominent hospitals such as Apollo Hospitals, MIOT International, or Cancer Institute (WIA) are options for advanced treatment. Consulting an oncologist is essential to evaluate your grandfather’s condition and determine the optimal treatment plan that addresses his requirements.

Answered on 23rd May '24

Dr. Donald Babu

Dr. Donald Babu

My 58 year old mother has been experiencing abdominal pain and bloating for a few months now. Given our family history of ovarian cancer, we are quite worried. Could you please explain how Ovarian Cancer Detection is typically conducted for someone her age and what steps we should take next?

Female | 58

To begin, I would suggest to get an ultrasound of the abdomen done. Please review with your reports.

Answered on 26th June '24

Dr. Shubham Jain

Dr. Shubham Jain

Chest main ganth hai doctor ne check kiya to usmein cancer bataya

Male | 62

Kis prakaar ka cancer Hai? Reports dikhao, toh ilaaj ho sakti Hai.

Answered on 23rd May '24

Dr. Shubham Jain

Dr. Shubham Jain

Good day I would like to have a quotation for cancer treatment. The diagnostic obtained is Moderately Differentiated Invasive Squamous Cell Carcinoma. This treatment is for 59 years old woman, because of the diagnostic she already removed the uterus. Best Regards Rosa Saiete

Hello, as per your clinical history is concerned, cost of treatment will be 2lakh 25000 only.
Regards,
Dr sahoo 

Answered on 23rd May '24

Dr. Uday Nath Sahoo

Dr. Uday Nath Sahoo

How many chemos are required in case of rectosigmoid

Female | 40

The number of chemotherapy sessions required for rectosigmoid cancer, also known as sigmoid colon cancer, can vary depending on the stage of the cancer, the patient's health, and the treatment plan recommended by their oncologist. Chemotherapy might be used as a part of the treatment for advanced stages of rectosigmoid cancer.

Answered on 23rd May '24

Dr. Donald Babu

Dr. Donald Babu

We have discovered that my uncle has Liver Cancer which is in 3rd stage. Doctors have found a lump of 4cm in his liver which will be removed through a surgery however he has only 3-6 months time to survive. Can somebody please help. Is there still chances of his survival?

Male | 70

Liver cancer in the 3rd stage can be challenging, but there is still hope with surgical removal of the 4cm tumor. Survival chances depend on many factors, including the success of the surgery and his overall health. Consukt the best hospitals for the treatment.

Answered on 7th Nov '24

Dr. Ganesh Nagarajan

Dr. Ganesh Nagarajan

Her 2 POSITIVE Right Breast Cancer ,after Chemo sessions planned for surgery, how many methods of surgeries are available, is there any difference of methodology from other hospitals of Hyderabad to Tata Memorial one. want to have opinion for the surgery sir,

Female | 57

There are several different methods of surgery that can be used to treat right breast cancer. The most common treatments are mastectomy (removal of the entire breast), breast-conserving surgery, and lymph node dissection. The type of surgery for you will depend on the size and location of the tumor, the stage of the cancer, and the your individual preferences. The methodology for performing surgery at Tata Memorial Hospital is likely to be similar to that of other hospitals in Hyderabad. However, there may be slight differences due to the individual expertise and experience of the surgeons at each hospital. You discuss your options with your doctor and ask for their opinion on the best type of surgery for you.

Answered on 23rd May '24

Dr. Ganesh Nagarajan

Dr. Ganesh Nagarajan

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