My husband's age is 71 years diagnosed with bladder cancer. In the Pet CT scan, there is a diverticulum and1.8×1.3 size along the wall of a diverticulum. The doctor advised full bladder removal. Is there any hope of some alternate treatment?
Pankaj Kamble
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Answered on 23rd May '24
Hello Vishwa, We would require more details to give a diagnosis for your husband. So please forward his CT scan, PET scan, and previous treatment records. We will look into these reports and suggest if there are any alternative treatments available. You can share these reports by clicking on the WhatsApp icon on the left bottom corner of the screen. Hope this answer helps you. You can also get in touch with experts for their opinions - Oncologist In India.
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Questions & Answers on "Cancer" (354)
My father has secondary liver cancer and his condition is deteriorating every day. We can't see him like this. Please advise the next course of action.
Male | 61
Secondary liver cancer where is the primary. After the PETCT whole body and biopsy further decision to be made
Answered on 23rd May '24
Dr. Mukesh Carpenter
Pet scan and fluid biopsy should be detected lung Cancer
स्त्री | 75
PET scans and fluid biopsies are valuable approaches for the detection of lung cancer. In case you have symptoms like persistent coughing, chest pain, or shortness of breath it is recommended to see a doctor who specializes in lung cancer either a pulmonologist or oncologist.
Answered on 23rd May '24
Dr. Sridhar Susheela
A 45 year old woman just had surgery of left kidney removal due to renal cell carcinoma. A report came back saying “Microscopically; - left side radical nephrectomy ; - Sections show; renal cell carcinoma, nuclear grade Ill according WHO/ISUP grading system (composed of 4 grade), the growth composed of diffuse, tubular micropapillary patterns, the cells having granular eosinophilic cytoplasm, with invasion of pelvicalyseal system and renal sinus. Minimal tumor necrosis. Positive Lymphovascular and renal capsular invasion (but no invasion to perirenal fat). No renal vein invasion. Pieces of rib was tumor free. The growth limited to kidney, no extra renal extension. AJCC TNM staging 2N0Mx group stage I| (T2= mass > 7 cm< 10 cm limited to kidney)”. Some doctors are stating that chemotherapy is needed now because there is a risk of it being spread in the body (not necessarily organs). So my question is what does this report summarize or mean? Can you explain it to me and how chemotherapy really is needed?
Female | 45
Chemotherapy aims to eliminate unseen cancer cells, preventing future recurrence. It serves as a precautionary measure against the disease. Chemotherapy targets potential residual cancer cells undetectable through scans. This additional treatment bolsters defenses, reducing chances of cancer's return. It provides an extra safeguard, increasing the odds of successful management.
Answered on 8th Aug '24
Dr. Donald Babu
Cervical cancer How much money is required to treatment
Female | 26
Answered on 26th June '24
Dr. Shubham Jain
Hello, one of my relatives is suffering from stage 1 Pancreatic Cancer. What are the causes of Pancreatic Cancer and is it curable?
Factors that may increase the risk of pancreatic cancer are: smoking, diabetes, chronic, inflammation of the pancreas (pancreatitis), family history of pancreatic cancer, obesity, family history of genetic syndromes that can increase cancer risk and others. Pancreatic cancer is called a silent killer because it often grows or spreads undetected. Many tumors of Stage 1 pancreatic cancer are resect able, or capable of being removed through the surgery. If surgery is not possible, other standard treatment choices include chemotherapy, radiation or both. Consult Cancer Treatment doctors in Mumbai, or any other city you prefer. On in-depth evaluation of the cause they will guide you through the treatment.
Answered on 23rd May '24
Dr. Babita Goel
I want to ask i have cancer on my tonsil and it touches my tongue also and upper part and my gum also and it is on G2 stage which treatment is best for me my age is 44
Male | 44
Cancer on the tonsil, spreading to your tongue and gum, is serious. With G2 stage cancer, treatment is crucial for survival. Treatment options may involve surgery, radiation therapy, and chemotherapy combined. The aim is removing cancer cells and preventing further spread. Your treatment plan depends on specific details of your case and overall health condition. Discuss thoroughly with your oncologist to determine the best approach. Early detection and appropriate treatment increase chances of recovery significantly.
Answered on 5th Sept '24
Dr. Ganesh Nagarajan
I was diagnosed with lung melanoma 6 months ago. Doctor gave three suggestions immunotherapy, radiotherapy or just asked to wait for three months and then do a PET scan again. And if the situation change, then only go for therapy. Otherwise, repeat the test after another three months. I am unable to take any decision. Can you please suggest to me what I should do now? Should I go for a second opinion or choose therapy?
The oncologist needs to analyze the problem and need to study the entire case for the treatment.
Answered on 23rd May '24
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I m 21 years old female my left nipples always cracks and peels out and little blood flesh which has come out of nipples is seen I m very tensed I have consulated two doctors they oitment is still thing from three years
Female | 21
If the cracking of nipple is not responding to ointment what needs to be ruled out is a Paget's disease of the nipple. This requires a clinical examination by a breast surgeon and he or she can guide you further on the same.
Answered on 22nd June '24
Dr. Garvit Chitkara
My mother is suffering from gallbladder cancer stage 3rd …is cure possible in this stage
Female | 45
In stage 3 gallbladder cancer the cancer spreads to all nearby tissues or lymph nodes. While it's more advanced, it is not necessarily incurable. It can be treated with surgery, chemotherapy, and radiation therapy. It would be best if you visit a cancer specialist near you for a personalised advice about her treatment soon.
Answered on 23rd May '24
Dr. Ganesh Nagarajan
One of relative is suffering from jaundice and liver enlargement Is that a liver cancer or something else. They don't have money for treatment Tell me what we can do?
Answered on 23rd May '24
Dr. Dr Deepa Bandgar
I am 49 years old. It has been a month now I have noticed that I have been experiencing pain and a burning sensation during urinating. I consulted with my gynec and she prescribed vaginal suppositories. Initially I got relief but then again it started. I feel the need to go to the washroom more frequently than usual. I am not diabetic. After all this, I didn't take it seriously. But for the last 2-3 days I had difficulties in holding it. Now I feel this is very serious because I am not old enough for this problem. I searched on the internet and found it could be a reason for bladder cancer. Is that so? Please refer to a good female doctor. I am perplexed about all these and it's making my life miserable.
Hi , don’t worry abt cancer and all.I feel it’s a urinary tract infection, get a urine routine microscopy test followed by urine culture and sensitivity.If urine routine report shows pus cells and bacteria then our diagnosis is confirmed. Visit a gynecologist with your reports.
Answered on 23rd May '24
Dr. Shweta Shah
Asalm o alaikum sir I am from Pakistan My sister has neuroendocrine cancer in lungs and beside and abdoman and now in grade 2 please best way to treat and if you want test reports I will send to you throw what's app or as you want pleas reply thanks
Answered on 23rd May '24
Dr. Dr Deepa Bandgar
Hi, I have a doubt, is there any specific reason for which immunotherapy is not recommended in the early stages of any cancer?
Chemotherapy works by stopping or blocking cancer cells from growing and immunotherapy works by boosting up a patient's immune system to find and then attack cancer. Though immunotherapy is gaining popularity but still it is in growing stage.
Chemotherapies have been key to cancer treatment from a very long time with all established and compiled data regarding the effects and side effects thus making doctors more confident about it in comparison to immunotherapy which is still newer. But gradually it is proving itself in some cancers as preferred line of treatment. Consult an oncologist for clear understanding.
Hope our answer helps you.
Answered on 23rd May '24
Dr. Babita Goel
My uncle has gastric cancer.. what are the treatment options for him? Are any monoclonal antibodies available in india for this?
Answered on 23rd May '24
Dr. deepak ramraj
I am 45 year old woman.my hysterectomy occurs 1july 2024. Endometriod adenocarceno figa 1 found in my reports . Please suggest me how I deal with this situation.
Female | 45
A cancer disease that can attack the cells of the uterus is endometrioid adenocarcinoma. Typical symptoms include odd bleeding, which happens, don't remember any episodes of having this kind of bleeding pain in the area specified and changes in your period. The main factor responsible for the disease is unknown, but hormonal changes may be one of the causes for it. The treatment includes surgical, chemical, and radiation as the possible resolution. It's important to follow the advice of a oncologist.
Answered on 31st July '24
Dr. Ganesh Nagarajan
He is infected of perenial fistula. And for years ,almost 9 surgeries was operated for him. And his colonscopy result before 1 and half year said normal. But now when MRI is taken ,shows some small tumors and may be T4N1MX adenocarcinoma cancer IS created but the other results like colonoscopy says normal , biopsy result says non diagnostic, CT SCAN result says it is better for him to take the test after 6 months, the blood test says normal and other organs like kidney, liver...are all normal. He has normal medical result apart from the cancer and now he is taking chemiotherapy treatment so what shall I do
Male | 64
When you have adenocarcinoma, you must stick to the treatment plan your doctor gives you. Chemotherapy is used often for treating this type of cancer. Just try to follow the treatment schedule, eat well, and get enough rest.
Answered on 19th June '24
Dr. Ganesh Nagarajan
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
Hey Doctors my name is Pelisa Kanzi any advice I have stage 2 breast cancer, I’m done with Cheme, operation and radiation,I’m going to ge that tablets I’m will eat for 5 years, my question is that the cancer can’t come back again?
Female | 41
There is a probablity of breast cancer recurrance. But taking regular prescribed medications and regular follow up with your oncologist can help you to avoid any such circumstances. In case you want to have a second opinion regadrding this concern you can check this list of oncologists as well.
Answered on 23rd May '24
Dr. Donald Babu
I WANT TO DONATE HAIRS, IS THERE ANY PLACE NEAR BY NAVI MUMBAI CHEMBUR TO CONTACT FOR HAIR DONATION FOR CANCER PATIENT
Female | 48
Answered on 26th June '24
Dr. Shubham Jain
Hello Sir, My father has been diagnosed with lung cancer. Doctor recommended a combination of immunotherapy and chemotherapy. Can you please provide information on insurance coverage for this?
Answered on 23rd May '24
Dr. Shubham Jain
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