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India is at par with developed nations when it comes to cancer treatment. The country has experienced oncologists and cutting-edge technology to cater to the needs of several cancer patients from across the world. The medical facilities have a stellar reputation and are amongst the best cancer hospitals in the world. Thousands of patients from India and abroad avail satisfied cancer treatment in India every year. It is one of the leading medical destinations that is treating all forms of cancer.

Q: Is chemotherapy-free in India?

There are many hospitals in India that provide free cancer treatment, including chemotherapy to people who are not financially stable. The Government of India has launched several schemes and initiatives to help people from poor economic backgrounds in their cancer treatment. The chemotherapy cost in Indian government hospitals is much lower than in private institutions. Given below are a few hospitals that offer free chemotherapy in India: Regional Cancer Center, Thiruvananthapuram TATA Memorial Hospital, Mumbai Kidwai Memorial Institute of Oncology, Bangalore

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Q: What are the different types of urological cancers?

The types of urological cancers are: Bladder cancer: This type of cancer sees abnormal cell growth along the line of the urinary bladder or the small sac that collects urine for excretion. Renal (kidney) cancer: This type of cancer forms in the small tubes that clean the blood of the kidneys. This rare form of cancer occurs in the part of the kidney that connects to the bladder. Testicular cancer: This is another rare form of cancer that occurs in either of the testicles. Penile Cancer: This cancer is rare and affects the penis - the reproductive organ of men. Urethral cancer: This type of cancer occurs in the urethra, the tube that conducts urine from the bladder to the outside of the body. Urethral cancer is rare, and it occurs more often in men than in women.

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Diagnosing bladder cancer Cystoscopy Biopsy Urine Cytology Imaging Test Diagnosing kidney cancer Blood and urine tests Imaging tests Biopsy Diagnosing testicular cancer Blood tests Testicular ultrasound Surgery to remove a testicle (radical inguinal orchiectomy) Diagnosing penile cancer Biopsy Diagnosing urethral cancer Blood and urine tests Cystoscopy CT scan Biopsy

Q: What are the causes of stomach cancer?

A genetic mutation (change) in the stomach cells is the major cause of stomach cancer, which causes the cells to grow fast and eventually form tumors. The following are risk factors that might raise a person's chances of developing stomach cancer: Family background Smoking Overweight from Smoking Human pathogen (H. gastric) bacterium disease A salt-heavy diet A diet that is lacking in fruits and veggies

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Surgery, chemotherapy, and radiation are the major treatments for stomach cancer. You might get one or a combination of these treatments. You could need chemotherapy before surgery if it's suggested. If the tumor is in the upper region of your stomach, including the oesophagus-stomach junction, you may need radiation before surgery. Chemotherapy and radiation are usually used after surgery. The primary goal of treatment is to eradicate the tumor and any other cancerous cells in your body as completely as possible. A cure is believed to be achievable in 20 to 30 percent of stomach cancer patients.

Hello Sir, my mother was diagnosed with salivary gland cancer (parotid gland cancer) on 28th. It is in an advanced stage. She's 69, and on blood thinners. She is really scared and asked me to get a second opinion. Kindly refer someone who can help us through this condition.

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Dr. Trinanjan Basu

Radiation Oncologist

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Answered on 23rd May '24

We need to check few more details. Whether surgery done or not? Generally, surgery remains 1st step and on safe hands the age mentioned is really no an adverse factor.

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Dr. Yash Mathur

Oncologist

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Answered on 23rd May '24

Dont be scared. Please forward reports of scans and biopsy along with any previous treatment given until now. We can discuss the case in our multi disciplinary tumour board and get back to you.

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Dr. Sandeep Nayak

Surgical Oncologist

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Answered on 23rd May '24

Kindly consult a surgical oncologist for further assessment and deciding on the line of management.

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Questions & Answers on "Cancer" (360)

I need immediate help as my father is diagnosed with metastatic intestine cancer

Hi , please attach your PET scan now .

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Dr sahoo

Answered on 23rd May '24

Dr. Uday Nath Sahoo

I am 57 year old and ,I am a Brain tumor patient my tumor size is 664441*

Male | 57

Sir treatment has to be individualized based on type of tumor and location. Please provide us with further details for us to help you out or you can visit nearest oncologist for exact treatment

Answered on 23rd May '24

Dr. Akash Umesh Tiwari

My father had to go through prostate gland surgery two times. First time in 2016 in Siliguri and 2nd one is from Amri Hospital, Mukundapur, Kolkata in 2021. Both the biopsy reports came negative. But the doctor said it might happen again. My question is if we had to operate another time, would it be cancerous?

Many a time prostate gland increases in size without any cancerous component called as Benign prostate hypertrophy which occurs due to age factor. Every time the surgery is done, some tissue is always sent for histopathological investigation which shows whether the disease is cancerous or not.

After any cancer surgery and chemotherapy sessions it is mandatory to have regular follow up visits with an oncologist to check any signs of disease. There are many side effects of surgery and chemotherapy which also has to be dealt with, that is the reason why even though cancer free but regular follow up is mandatory.

Answered on 23rd May '24

Dr. Akash Umesh Tiwari

How long is chemotherapy for colon cancer

Duration of Chemotherapy is decided after the biopsy report. Usually Chemotherapy for stage 2-3 colon cancer is generally 3-6 months.

Answered on 23rd May '24

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My daughter was diagnosed with diffuse brain stem glioma. South African doctors says there knowledge of this rare cancer is very limited thus they cannot do anything for our princess. Please assist

Female | 4

Diffuse brain stem glioma is a rare cancer. It develops in the brain stem. Your daughter's symptoms - headaches, double vision, walking issues, speech troubles - are common. We don't know the exact cause, but it mostly affects children. Treatment may involve surgery, radiation, and chemotherapy. You must consult an oncologist.

Answered on 31st July '24

Dr. Donald Babu

Can u cure the 1st stage of cancer

Male | 40

When we talk about cancer, early detection is the key. The 1st stage signifies that the tumors are still small and have not developed into metastasis yet. Symptoms may not be obvious, but you might notice some unusual body changes. Causes may differ, but always it is not clear why they emerge. The main solution for 1st-stage cancer is to remove or destroy the abnormal cells through treatments like surgery, radiation therapy, or chemotherapy. The end goal of these therapies is to eliminate cancer and prevent its recurrence. Timely diagnosis and treatment are the factors controlling successful acute leukemia treatment in the first stage.

Answered on 4th Sept '24

Dr. Donald Babu

Sir, I am a 30 yrs old Indian Army soldier presently treated in Pune Command Hospital and have stomach cancer. I had gone through Laprotomy operation (found GIST of High Grade in Histopath) on 30 Nov 2018 and post op PET scan revealed certain other tumours in 1 segment of liver, multiple mesentric lymph nodes in Stomach after which I would be on chemotherapy treatment IMATINIB from 3 Jan 2019 for the same. But on 28 Jan 19 there was found Ascities (No Malignancy)for which the next CECT on 4 feb shows the disease progression even after the running drugs. Plz suggest the best treatment with your valuable opinion. Suggest any hospitals in Pune/ Mumbai.

Homeopathic treatment is Best

Answered on 23rd May '24

Dr. Dr Deepa Bandgar

Hi I am Nehal. My brother is 48 years old and we are from Rajkot. He was not well for the last few weeks so we consulted with our family doctor. After a CT scan and a few other tests on Friday, he was diagnosed with a couple of specks on one lung. It's size is 3.9 cm and the biopsy report says it's cancerous. Please refer us to a good place to treat him. We are not so strong financially. Is there any way to save him and treat him from Rajkot only?

Please consult, so that I may be able to guide you appropriately. Lung Cancer in early stages may be cured by a surgery.

Answered on 23rd May '24

Dr. Shubham Jain

Hello my daughter has been diagnosed with liver cancer at a later stage. As we recently learned, it has already been spread to two other body parts. If you want, I can share her reports too. But please refer us for the best treatment and what we should expect now. Hope you can understand our state of mind. She has a 12 years old son. Please help.

Male | 12

There are many treatment options for liver cancer like oral targeted therapy, Immunotherapy and these options are now available in India.

Answered on 23rd May '24

Dr. Rajas Patel

dear mrs/mr my mom has UTERINE cancer , stage 3 after MRI, she received results, among large text (good results, without metastases) I have noticed something , which I don't understand, and the doctor was not very helpful, so I hope you could help me. the text (quote): '... in the pelvis, there is no lymphadenomegaly along the iliac vascular structures, visible individual oval LN tr with a diameter of up to 10 mm. Bilateral inguinal without enlarged and altered LNs...' thank you in advance!

Female | 65

You should consult with your mother’s oncologist about additional clarification and instructions for her uterine cancer in stage 3. It is recommended that a gynecologic oncologist should be visited for more management of uterine cancer.

Answered on 23rd May '24

Dr. Sridhar Susheela

Is there any treatment for prostate cancer in ayurveda

Male | 69

Prostate cancer occurs when abnormal cells multiply in the prostate gland, leading to complications. Common symptoms include difficulty urinating, blood in the urine, and pain in the back or hips. Ayurveda, an ancient Indian medical practice, suggests herbal remedies and lifestyle changes to ease symptoms. However, modern treatments like surgery or radiation therapy are more commonly used to treat prostate cancer effectively.

Answered on 1st Aug '24

Dr. Donald Babu

My mom is a 54 years old lady and have been feeling something in her neck and her voice was also changing.So she showed a doctor today and he had see an ultrasound and said he saw 2 glands in her neck.I have her report and i want to show it to u.And my mom also had breast cancer 1 year ago and she has been cured.So i want to know if this neck problem is related to cancer or not

Female | 54

Having two glands in the neck could be due to many things, not just cancer. Sometimes, enlarged glands are the result of infections and other reasons too. Since your mom had breast cancer before, it's imperative to get it thoroughly checked out by a specialist to make sure everything is okay. It's always good to be cautious and keep an eye on any changes in the body, especially after you have already been cancer-free for a while. Voice changes and neck discomfort can be signs of several things, so it's best to get it checked by an oncologist.

Answered on 4th Sept '24

Dr. Ganesh Nagarajan

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

My 13-year-old son has been suffering from cancer for a long time and he is not getting any treatment in Bangladesh, so I want to get his cancer treatment at Tata Hospital in India.

Male | 13

Cancer can be manifested in symptoms such as losing weight, fatigue, and pain. Tata Hospital in India is one of the best hospitals for treatment. They have innovatively designed technology and skilled doctors who can change your life. Ensure that you speak with the Oncologist to get the best care for your child.

Answered on 27th Nov '24

Dr. Ganesh Nagarajan

I want to chat with an oncologist i want to show a pet-scan report to him for advice

Female | 52

You can approach an oncologist via an appointment to further discuss a PET scan report if you need professional advice. This qualified doctor is best equipped to help you decipher the results.

Answered on 23rd May '24

Dr. Donald Babu

My nephew has a form of cancer in the form of a lump above the rib cage, which has now affected his lung. Is there a cure for this type of cancer? The doctors said that he needs marrow so what you think please answer me quickly.

Male | 12

Without knowing more about the type and stage of cancer he has, it's difficult to say much about his particular case. Bone marrow transplantation is done to treat some types of cancer, particularly those that affect the blood and bone marrow, like leukemia and lymphoma. So if the doctors have said so, you must follow. If yoou're cncerned you may take a second opinion from oncologists in India.

Answered on 23rd May '24

Dr. Ganesh Nagarajan

Diabetic 2 full body swelling edema weakness blood cancer how to relief

Male | 60

A patient suffering from diabetes type 2 as well as full body swelling, weakness, and edema might point out several serious conditions A symptom of blood cancer may be the cause of these symptoms. The build-up of blood cancer can also cause the water to get absorbed in your body and cause you to feel weak. See an oncologist immediately to get proper treatment for these symptoms. Blood cancer treatment can also help relieve these symptoms and improve your quality of life.

Answered on 10th Sept '24

Dr. Ganesh Nagarajan

Hello, my little brother recently had his Chemotherapy. Doctors have told us that he will experience some side effects. I want to ask if these side effects are permanent and how severe can they become?

Side effects depend on the type of chemo drug the doctor is using to treat the patient. Some of the common side effects of chemotherapy are Rash, Mouth sores, bruising and bleeding more easily, Hair loss, Nausea and vomiting, Neuropathy, Constipation and diarrhea, Generalized Pain. Consult an oncologist, who on examining the patient will answer all your queries. Hope our answer helps you.

Answered on 23rd May '24

Dr. Babita Goel

There is a lump on my nipple and if I press against it, it hurts

Male | 13

Lumps in the breast may be a sign of breast cancer. You should be evaluated by a professional if you have the pain when you pushing on the lump. But do not panic,need to evaluate for confirmation. Please do not delay

Answered on 23rd May '24

Dr. Sridhar Susheela

My name is Pratima. Just a few days back my grandmother was diagnosed with colon cancer treatment (1st stage). She is 75 now. As she is quite aged, is there any chance of growing again? Or is there any life risk even post operation? As she is quite aged we are really worried. Please help.

Surgery is to be done to get the disease out of body and prevent it's spread elsewhere in body. There is always a chance of spread of disease in Colon cancer, so regular follow ups with oncologist are very important to check any spread. Age factor does matter in case of recovery post surgery. General condition of the body matters alot for proper recovery post surgery.

Answered on 29th Aug '24

Dr. Akash Umesh Tiwari

Hello Sir, my mother was diagnosed with salivary gland cancer (parotid gland cancer) on 28th. It is in an advanced stage. She's 69, and on blood thinners. She is really scared and asked me to get a second opinion. Kindly refer someone who can help us through this condition.

We need to check few more details. Whether surgery done or not? Generally, surgery remains 1st step and on safe hands the age mentioned is really no an adverse factor.

Dont be scared. Please forward reports of scans and biopsy along with any previous treatment given until now. We can discuss the case in our multi disciplinary tumour board and get back to you.

Kindly consult a surgical oncologist for further assessment and deciding on the line of management.

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I need immediate help as my father is diagnosed with metastatic intestine cancer

I am 57 year old and ,I am a Brain tumor patient my tumor size is 66*44*41*

How long is chemotherapy for colon cancer

My daughter was diagnosed with diffuse brain stem glioma. South African doctors says there knowledge of this rare cancer is very limited thus they cannot do anything for our princess. Please assist

Can u cure the 1st stage of cancer

Is there any treatment for prostate cancer in ayurveda

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?

My 13-year-old son has been suffering from cancer for a long time and he is not getting any treatment in Bangladesh, so I want to get his cancer treatment at Tata Hospital in India.

I want to chat with an oncologist i want to show a pet-scan report to him for advice

My nephew has a form of cancer in the form of a lump above the rib cage, which has now affected his lung. Is there a cure for this type of cancer? The doctors said that he needs marrow so what you think please answer me quickly.

Diabetic 2 full body swelling edema weakness blood cancer how to relief

Hello, my little brother recently had his Chemotherapy. Doctors have told us that he will experience some side effects. I want to ask if these side effects are permanent and how severe can they become?

There is a lump on my nipple and if I press against it, it hurts

My name is Pratima. Just a few days back my grandmother was diagnosed with colon cancer treatment (1st stage). She is 75 now. As she is quite aged, is there any chance of growing again? Or is there any life risk even post operation? As she is quite aged we are really worried. Please help.

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