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Q: Is India good at cancer treatment?

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

Q: What is the success rate of cancer treatments in India?

The success rate of treatment for cancer depends on the stage of the cancer at which the patient undergoes treatment. According to Onco Surgeon and Vice Chairman of Asian Cancer Institute Ramakant Deshpande, patients who approach medical help in the first stage of cancer most often have an 85% chance of cure. Likewise, many Indian and international patients have received treatment for cancer in India. The country has ample skilled oncologists, is proficient in medical science and treatment costs are also very affordable. All these forces combined make India a leading destination to cure cancer.

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.

Q: What is the diagnosis procedure for urological cancer?

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

Q: How can stomach cancer be cured?

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.

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I think i have skin cancer but i don’t know how to tell

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Answered on 23rd May '24

If you suspect skin cancer, consult a dermatologist. Monitor any changes in moles or spots using the ABCDE rule. Take photos for documentation and avoid self diagnosis. A dermatologist can perform a thorough examination and potentially conduct a biopsy if necessary. Early detection is key for successful treatment.

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Questions & Answers on "Cancer" (357)

Hello, I have a few questions as follows: 1. Which is the best treatment for Lymphoma cancer with stage 2? 2. Can Immunotherapy alone can cure my cancer completely? 3. What will be the side effects of Immunotherapy? 4. How do the blood tests help in monitoring the cancer progress? 5. Which treatment has a speedy recovery while comparing immunotherapy Vs chemotherapy or radiotherapy?

As per my understanding you want to know about the best therapy for lymphoma stage 2. Treatment and Prognosis of a cancer depends on many factors, which include the type of cancer, its stage and the age and general condition of the individual. The treatment for stage 2 lymphoma depends on the type of lymphoma, medical history of patient, and others. Line of treatment is mainly chemotherapy, radiotherapy, immunotherapy and stem cell therapy. Any modality of treatment depends upon the condition of patient, his age, type and stage of cancer. Treatment is stage wise. Immunotherapy is newer treatment and side effects may be mild to severe like skin reactions, flu-like symptoms, body ache, diarrhea, headaches etc. Regarding blood test ,most of the investigations are on similar pattern which are use to diagnose the disease with few variations. But choice of treatment depends on the clinician's decision and as per the response of patient. Consult an oncologist - Best Oncologist In India. Hope our answer helps you.

Answered on 23rd May '24

Dr. Babita Goel

Hello, Recently my sister was diagnosed with stomach cancer.Cordailly request to tell me what should I do and where to get good treatment? Thank you

Female | 34

Kindly visit a surgical oncologist for the staging and relevant treatment. The centre for treatment depends on your location. You should visit a tertiary care cancer hospital if thats possible for you.

Answered on 5th June '24

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How fast does throat cancer progress? I want to know if the aggressive nature of this cancer deteriorates the overall quality of life?

You first need to get evaluated by an oncologist. Let him decide the stage of cancer, type of cancer and start treatment accordingly. Right treatment on right time helps to heal and also improves quality of life. The treatment for throat cancer largely depends on the size of the cancer, stage of cancer, age of patient, his overall health.

The main treatments are radiotherapy, surgery and chemotherapy. The patient will need a team of specialists. Post-surgery speech therapist, dietician will also have a role in recovery along with medical line of treatment. Consult an oncologist. Hope our answer helps you.

Answered on 23rd May '24

Dr. Babita Goel

I am from Jorhat and I was diagnosed with bowel cancer on 27th December. I had a colonoscopy and a CT scan, and the consultant wanted to have an endoscopy, which I have not done yet. But before that I would like to consult with another doctor.

Please forward all reports to me ,will guide you accordingly

Answered on 23rd May '24

Dr. Mukesh Carpenter

Hi, My aunt is very recently diagnosed with skin cancer. I do have her medical report with me. Will it be feasible for you to have a look at the reports we got from doctor and suggest/advice me on next step. Suggest about what stage the cancer is, what should be the treatment and which hospital I can admit her? Thanks Sachin

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Answered on 23rd May '24

Dr. Dr Deepa Bandgar

I'd want to ask a few questions about colon cancer. My brother is a colon cancer patient and is undergoing chemotherapy. I'd appreciate it if you could let me know if nausea, vomiting, diarrhea and chest pain are usual symptoms.

Chemotherapy always has mild to moderate side effects. Nausea, Vomiting, hyperacidity and weakness are common side effects.

During the chemotherapy sessions and even after it some pre and post Chemotherapy drugs are prescribed to prevent or reduce these side effects. In case of extensive discomfort you should always consult your medical oncologist and seek his/her opinion

Answered on 23rd May '24

Dr. Akash Umesh Tiwari

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

I am suffering from squamous carcinoma near retromolar. What is the best treatment for this type cancer?

Male | 45

First Oncologist will analyze the report and depending on the stage of the cancer, If operable surgery is the treatment of choice and depending on the stage chemotherapy and radiation might also be required

Answered on 23rd May '24

Dr. Sandeep Nayak

He is suffering since may first week with limph node . Now from few days auto urine pass without feeling , petient age is 10 years male

Male | 10

There could be many underlying causes resulting in this condition, and with a lack of testing & diagnostic abilities, there's not much that can be said or deduced.

Please take him to a physician - General Physicians.

Let the clinicspots team know if you have any location-specific requirements.

Answered on 10th Oct '24

Dr. Sandeep Nayak

My daughter's age is 30 years and she has been operated on for thyroid cancer. Doctors have recommended radioactive iodine now. My question is what further action we should take? Where we should now go for a second opinion and further treatment to avoid its re-occurrence. We are from Delhi and can also do her in Mumbai.

u shud definitely undergo radioactive iodine therapy and can get it done in new delhi itself

Answered on 23rd May '24

Dr. Mangesh Yadav

Sir My Sister have Metastasis cancer. Please guide me for the treatment.

Female | 46

Please share your sister's reports for an advise.

Answered on 23rd May '24

Dr. Shubham Jain

•Diffuse hypermetabolic FDG uptake seen over axial and appendicular skeleton with no CT changes, likely proliferative for CBC • Enlarged spleen (19,4 cm) with ause hypermetabolic FDG uptake of SUVmax~3.5. •FDG avid descending colon mural wall thickening reaching~9 mm thick with SUVmax~2.6. What does this mean in a leukemia case? is the case in late stages?

Male | 70

Leukemia causes lots of cell activity in bones, spleen, and colon. The words show leukemia spread to these body parts. Enlarged spleen and colon thickening are signs. It's critical to discuss findings with healthcare team. This allows planning best treatment.

Answered on 30th July '24

Dr. Ganesh Nagarajan

Hi, my brother is suffering from stage II prostate cancer. Kindly suggest me line of treatment and the best Oncologists in Mumbai for the same

Stage II cancer means cancer has not yet spread outside of prostrate but is large. Treatment depends on age of patient, his general condition mainly. Radical prostatectomy is done and if during surgery it is found that cancer has spread or if few months after surgery PSA has increased, then external beam radiation is considered. Either solely external beam radiation, or brachytherapy, or both are considered depending on patient's condition and cancer stage. If patient has serious health issues then radiation therapy with brachytherapy is planned. Regular follow up with clinician is very important. Please consult an oncologist - Oncologists in Mumbai. Hope our answer helps you.

Answered on 23rd May '24

Dr. Babita Goel

Breast cancer stage 2 B doctors from my country told me that the only option is surgery takeoff the breast then after Wil start chemo .my worry is losing my breast and the after side effect.Now my question is that can surgery be done only where there's a lump? Which hospitals in India are good for those surgeries if they do it.

breast conserving surgery can be done based on the clinical picture. Fortis hospital banerghatta , Bangalore is a good hospital for the same

Answered on 23rd May '24

Dr. deepak ramraj

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

Have a node in my armpit its pain when I press

Female | 27

It is likely that the node in your armpit is an enlarged lymph node. This can happen due to infections or other medical conditions. You need to see a specialist who will diagnose the underlying cause and take appropriate measures. Sometimes, an oncologist or an infectious disease specialist has to be referred to.

Answered on 23rd May '24

Dr. Sridhar Susheela

My father has well differentiated adenocarcinoma in ascending colon.staging T3N1M0. Doctor who diagnosed has advised to go for surgery. Suggest best hospital

which city/place

Answered on 23rd May '24

Dr. Mangesh Yadav

My brother son with cancer symptoms based on few tests like open biopsy. In his right side just above the collar bone. But doctor is telling that. He have to wait for 45 days time to get final confirmation. On this situation we have to wait. Or to find out the position shall we go to which hospital is best in tamilnadu and India also. My brother son 24 years age

its very diffucult to comment. you may take second opinion.

Answered on 23rd May '24

Dr. Brahmanand Lal

Hello, my mother is suffering from Pancreatic Cancer is there any permanent treatment to cure it?

As per my understanding you want to know about the treatment of pancreatic cancer. Treatment for any cancer in general depends on the stage of cancer, location of cancer, patient's age, associated comorbidities and other factors.

The treatment mainly includes surgery according to location of cancer, radiation, chemotherapy or a combination of these. In advanced cancer palliative care is of more importance when routine treatment.

Consult an oncologist for guidance. Hope our answer helps you.

Answered on 23rd May '24

Dr. Babita Goel

I am 75 yr old and I have recently discover that I have pancreatic cancer . Because of my age I want to go for an easier treatment like targetted treatment for cancer which doesnot include needles and surgery and chemo

Female | 75

Pancreatic cancer is a terrible sickness. It may give you symptoms such as stomach aches, weight loss, and jaundice. Cancer is a condition that occurs when cells in the body grow too much. For treatment, targeted therapy might be an option. It can fight cancer with no needles or surgery. You should talk to an oncologist for more details.

Answered on 3rd Sept '24

Dr. Donald Babu

I think i have skin cancer but i don’t know how to tell

Questions & Answers on "Cancer" (357)

Hello, Recently my sister was diagnosed with stomach cancer.Cordailly request to tell me what should I do and where to get good treatment? Thank you

How fast does throat cancer progress? I want to know if the aggressive nature of this cancer deteriorates the overall quality of life?

I am from Jorhat and I was diagnosed with bowel cancer on 27th December. I had a colonoscopy and a CT scan, and the consultant wanted to have an endoscopy, which I have not done yet. But before that I would like to consult with another doctor.

I'd want to ask a few questions about colon cancer. My brother is a colon cancer patient and is undergoing chemotherapy. I'd appreciate it if you could let me know if nausea, vomiting, diarrhea and chest pain are usual symptoms.

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

I am suffering from squamous carcinoma near retromolar. What is the best treatment for this type cancer?

He is suffering since may first week with limph node . Now from few days auto urine pass without feeling , petient age is 10 years male

Sir My Sister have Metastasis cancer. Please guide me for the treatment.

Hi, my brother is suffering from stage II prostate cancer. Kindly suggest me line of treatment and the best Oncologists in Mumbai for the same

Have a node in my armpit its pain when I press

My father has well differentiated adenocarcinoma in ascending colon.staging T3N1M0. Doctor who diagnosed has advised to go for surgery. Suggest best hospital

Hello, my mother is suffering from Pancreatic Cancer is there any permanent treatment to cure it?

I am 75 yr old and I have recently discover that I have pancreatic cancer . Because of my age I want to go for an easier treatment like targetted treatment for cancer which doesnot include needles and surgery and chemo

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