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Hi, I want to know about Palliative Chemotherapy. Recently, my aunt was suggested this treatment by her Oncologist when she was diagnosed with 3rd stage Pancreatic Cancer. I wanted to know if this is a specific stage-based treatment or is it given for all kinds of cancer?

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Answered on 23rd May '24

Palliative chemotherapy is a treatment that is designed for terminal cancer patients to prolong their survival and ease symptoms of cancer, but does not cure disease. It can be administered in a variety of ways with the most common being:

  • Orally: Pills taken by mouth.
  • Intravenously (IV): Infused through a vein.
  • Topically: Applied to the skin.

 

Consult Cancer Treatment doctors in Mumbai, or any city nearer to you. Hope our answer helps you.

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Questions & Answers on "Cancer" (357)

Stomach Cancer ke patient ko elaz kiya h

Female | 52

Treatment for stomach cancer includes surgery to remove tumors, chemotherapy, radiation therapy, targeted therapy, and potentially immunotherapy. The specific treatment plan depends on factors like the cancer's stage and the patient's overall health.
Palliative care is used to manage symptoms, and experimental treatments are done. The choice of treatment will be determined by your oncologist team, consulting with the patient.

Answered on 23rd May '24

Dr. Ganesh Nagarajan

Dr. Ganesh Nagarajan

Answered on 23rd May '24

Dr. Mukesh Carpenter

Dr. Mukesh Carpenter

Ive always had discharge for as long as I can remember and at my 8 week postpartum checkup the doctor checked me but said it wasn’t alarming because it’s not bothering me. I am currently 4 months postpartum and noticed I was getting discharge that had a slight odour and the discharge left rashes between my thighs and it got to the point I couldn’t wear underwear because the discharge would get more and I keep getting rashes. I noticed it getting a little bit better when I stopped wearing underwear the smell was still slightly fishy but not too terrible like before but recently after sexual intercourse I bled a little. Now google says it’s either the C word or some infection. I’m aware I should go doctor right away but I’m just not able to do so , my last two screenings for cervical cancer with my Pap smear came negative it was in 2018 and 2021. What’s the reason I bled?

Female | 27

Postpartum, it is normal to discharge but rashes and odor can prove an infection. Sex-related bleeding is not normal and may indicate a problem. This is why it’s important to go and see a doctor so that they can rule out any serious conditions. Cervical cancer screenings are also significant, but they do not detect all problems. If you are experiencing symptoms, do not waste time before seeing a doctor.

Answered on 23rd May '24

Dr. Sridhar Susheela

Dr. Sridhar Susheela

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

Needy for cancer treatment free of cost

Female | 57

If the patient is Indian and has Ayushman Card, Cancer treatment will be free at most of the Ayushman affiliated hospitals.

Answered on 10th July '24

Dr. Shiv Mishra

If I have a mastectomy do I need chemo?

Female | 33

That will depend on the cancer's type, how advanced it is, and if it has spread. Ask your medical team they will suggest the best treatment plan based on your specific situation.

Answered on 23rd May '24

Dr. Donald Babu

Dr. Donald Babu

My bade papa has been detected having a cancer in gall bladder 4th stage

Male | 64

I'm sorry to know that.. At this stage, treatment options may be limited, and the focus often shifts towards palliative care to manage symptoms and improve quality of life.

Answered on 23rd May '24

Dr. Ganesh Nagarajan

Dr. Ganesh Nagarajan

Chances of survival from a tumor from sigmoid colon metastased to liver and lungs

Female | 51

While metastatic cancer is actually more challenging to treat, advances in therapies like chemotherapy and targeted treatments have improved outcomes for some patients. Consult with yoiur oncologist, discuss available treatment options for managing this condition. 

Answered on 23rd May '24

Dr. Donald Babu

Dr. Donald Babu

Ovarian and breast cancer at the same time

Male | 33

Yes, you can get both if you have a family history

Answered on 23rd May '24

Dr. Donald Babu

Dr. Donald Babu

I want to get treatment in Tata Memorial ,Kolkata. it is free of cost or How much maximum amount should I have to get full treatment of stage 1 skin cancer?

contact the hospital directly

Answered on 23rd May '24

Dr. deepak ramraj

I have breast cancer, but there are no mutations in the genetic test in 70 genes, what could cause cancer?

Female | 28

Breast cancer can have various causes, and not all cases are linked to genetic mutations. Factors like age, family history, hormones, reproductive history, etc. can also contribute to breast cancer risk. It's a complex disease and personalized treatment plans are required. Consult with an oncologist for accurate guidance.

Answered on 23rd May '24

Dr. Nisarg Patel

Dr. Nisarg Patel

How to minimize chemotherapy side effects

You can minimize side effects of Chemotherapy by maintaining a balance diet. Regularly exercising and by following the instructions of the medical team 
 

Answered on 23rd May '24

Dr. Sandeep Nayak

Dr. Sandeep Nayak

My wife has been dignoes Brest cancer

Female | 43

Kindly consult a surgical oncologist for the staging and treatment.

Answered on 5th June '24

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