My mother suffering from Blood cancer leukemia. Can it be cured?
Pankaj Kamble
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Answered on 23rd May '24
Dear Abi, The treatment of leukemia depends upon various factors such as the type of leukemia, person's age and overall state of health, stage of leukemia etc.
- Leukemia survival rate based on the age group:
- 35-44 is 98% approx.,
- 45-54 is 95% approx.,
- 55-64 is 89% approx.,
- 65-74 is 77%approx,
- 75-84 is 70 % approx.
- and 84 is 79% approx.
- Leukemia treatment options based on leukemia stages:
- Remission induction The aim of the induction phase is to destroy the leukemia cells. If there is no sign of leukemia in the blood and bone marrow after treatment it is called a complete remission (CR).
The treatment to expect:
i.) The patient is given steroids for up to a week before the start of Chemotherapy: This begins to get rid of some of the leukemia cells while your doctor gets all your test results and plans for the treatment.
ii.) Chemotherapy into the spine: Leukemia cells can sometimes travel to the brain and spinal cord so as part of the induction treatment one can have chemotherapy and possibly a steroid into the fluid that circulates around the spinal cord and brain. This is called intrathecal chemotherapy. It treats leukemia cells that are in the central nervous system to prevent it to spread to the CNS. - Consolidation therapy The aim of the consolidation therapy is to get rid of leukemia cells that might still be there and to stop it from coming back.
The treatment to expect:
i.) More chemotherapy,
ii.) A donor transplants,
iii.) A transplant with your own blood stem cells - Maintenance therapy The last phase of leukemia treatment is called maintenance therapy. It helps to keep leukemia in remission.
The treatment to expect:
i.) A low dose of Chemotherapy,
ii.) Short courses of steroids for around 2 years,
iii.) Intrathecal Chemotherapy,
iv.) Sometimes one may need blood transfusions or antibiotics if one has an infection.
Hope this information helps you. To know more about blood cancer stages and associated costs, you can refer our blog - Cost of Blood Cancer Treatment in India. You can find hospitals for this treatment, on our page - Blood Cancer Treatment Hospitals in India.
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Questions & Answers on "Cancer" (354)
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
Hello, I'm a 22 year old recently visited a breast clinic in Bhopal. It's almost a month now I am having breast pain, swelling, and my left nipple was inverted more than usual. After the ultrasound I was just given a leaflet about fibroadenoma and she didn't explain. My left nipple has become much more inverted and sunken in and it takes a long time to emerge. Is this something that happens with cancer? I've been worried for months now that this could be cancer even though my doctor didn't seem concerned that it was. Because I am quite young and have no such family history of cancer maybe she overlooked the situation.
Swelling or lump in breast, inverted nipple, pain in breast and lumps in axilla should always be checked thoroughly. These are very common signs which can be seen in Fibroadenoma and also early stage breast cancers. Regular Mammography and biopsy is very important to assess the exact nature of disease. So we would suggest you to undergo a biopsy and visit oncologist to know the exact nature of swelling and it's treatment plan.
Answered on 23rd May '24
Dr. Akash Umesh Tiwari
I am a 24 year old girl presenting all classic symptoms of hogdkins lymphoma, but im not sure what is the next step
Female | 24
I know it is hard to have symptoms that seem like Hodgkin's lymphoma. This kind of cancer can make the lymph nodes swell up. It can make you feel very tired too. You might lose weight without trying. You might get sweaty at night. The best thing to do is see a doctor who treats cancer. The doctor might need to do a test called a biopsy to know for sure if you have Hodgkin's lymphoma. The biopsy can help the doctor plan the right treatment for you.
Answered on 8th Oct '24
Dr. Donald Babu
My mother is a survivor of breast cancer but after 5 years She is diagnosed lung cancer . Is lung cancer is curable and where is the best treatment available in India and worldwide.
Answered on 23rd May '24
Dr. deepak ramraj
can cervical cancer cause b12 deficiency?
Female | 44
No, cervical cancer does not directly cause B12 deficiency. However, some cancer treatments, such as chemotherapy, may affect the absorption of vitamin B12 in the body, leading to a deficiency. It is important to monitor B12 levels in cancer patients undergoing treatment and supplement as necessary to prevent deficiency.
Answered on 23rd May '24
Dr. Himali Bhogle
From a week i have cough. Today i noticed that when i up my right hand a lump on the right side of the neck appear but after i down my hand this lump disappear. Is this cancer or anything else? BTW i consume khaini(smokeless tobacco)
Male | 23
Swelling in the neck indicates your body fights infection. Coughing may cause lumps. However, tobacco heightens cancer risk. Quitting tobacco is advisable. Visit an oncologist for proper assessment and symptom management advice.
Answered on 5th Sept '24
Dr. Ganesh Nagarajan
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
Answered on 23rd May '24
Dr. Dr Deepa Bandgar
My father is suffering from cancer. He has esophagus stage 4 and lungs also affected . Now blockage are increasing and able to take liquids only. He is able to roam little bit. We are taking some ayurvedic medicine which are not working well. what are the options we have to treat him. Can we go chemotherapy to control disease.
Male | 74
Menstruation Disorders: Symptoms, Causes & More
Menstruation disorders – the menstrual cycle (menstruation) is a condition indicating a change in the functioning of the organs of the reproductive system. This disorder occurs in almost all women, the cause of their development can be both physiological and pathological disorders.
Before treating menstruation disorders, it is important to undergo a series of examinations, the results of which will help the doctor determine the main etiological factor and prescribe the necessary therapy.
Causes of menstruation disorders
The main cause of menstrual irregularities is considered to be hormonal dysfunction in women, which entails an unstable manifestation of bleeding. This condition can be conditionally divided into 3 main groups:
- Physiological – climate change, frequent nervous overstrain, inappropriate nutrition, menopause
- Pathological – gynecological diseases, chronic pathologies of internal organs and systems that have a negative impact on the work of the pelvic organs
- Medication – taking hormonal contraceptives, glucocorticoids, anticoagulants, anticonvulsants that can affect the menstrual cycle.
Violation of menstruation in women after 40 years is most often associated with age- related changes in the reproductive system. At this age, the depletion of the ovarian follicular reserve occurs, and the frequency of anovulatory cycles increases. Such changes in the female body are initially caused by irregular periods, dysfunctional uterine bleeding, then menopause.
In young girls, menstruation disorders is often associated with uneven maturation of the hypothalamic-pituitary and ovarian systems. Less commonly, congenital or acquired syndromes, chromosomal disorders, or reproductive system abnormalities can be the cause. Regardless of the cause, the treatment of the failure of menstruation should be carried out under the guidance of a gynecologist.
Symptoms of menstruation disorders
Depending on the etiological factor, menstrual irregularities can manifest themselves in different ways, therefore, a classification of clinical manifestations has been derived in gynecology, including:
- Algodismenorrhea – accompanied by pulling pains in the lower abdomen, nausea, headaches, menstruation failure
- Dysmenorrhea – an unstable cycle, manifests itself sharply without accompanying symptoms
- Hypermenorrhea – profuse flow of menstruation with a normal duration
- Menorrhagia – the cycle lasts up to 12 days with profuse bleeding
- Hypomenorrhea – scanty spotting
- Polymenorrhea – the interval between menstruation is not more than 21 days
- Oligomenorrhea – short periods with a duration of 1 – 2 days
- Opsomenorrhea – rare discharge at intervals of 1 time in 3 months.
In addition to the main clinical signs, there may be other symptoms that worsen a woman’s well-being and quality of life:
- Increased fatigue
- Irritability
- Decrease or increase in body weight
- Pain in the lower back or lower abdomen of varying intensity
- Nausea
- Frequent headaches, migraines.
All of the above symptoms should not be ignored by the doctor, who, after the results of the examination, will be able to determine the cause, make the correct diagnosis, choose the necessary therapy, and give recommendations.
How and what to treat
When a woman has a menstrual disorder, the doctor will necessarily prescribe a number of instrumental and laboratory tests:
- Ultrasound
- Histological analysis
- Colposcopy
- Flora smear
- Dad test
- Analysis of blood, urine
- Infectious screening.
The research results will help the doctor get a complete picture, determine the cause, and, if necessary, select drug therapy.
Treatment for menstrual irregularities directly depends on the cause, concomitant symptoms and characteristics of the patient’s body. If physiological reasons are the cause, it is enough to normalize the regime of the day and rest, monitor nutrition, and avoid physical and psychological stress.
When the cycle is disrupted due to infections, inflammatory processes of the ovaries, antibacterial drugs, uroseptics, hormonal drugs, physiotherapy, vitamin therapy are prescribed. Herbal medicine is prescribed as an aid. The choice of any drug always remains with the attending physician, who will select the required dose and duration of administration.
To regulate menstruation, doctors often advise to follow a diet, to exclude contact with any provoking factors. If the failure of menstruation occurs due to damage to the cervix, the woman may be prescribed surgical treatment.
Treatment and Prevention Tips
In order to avoid menstrual irregularities, doctors in the field of gynecology recommend women and girls to monitor their health, not to self-medicate. Every woman must follow certain rules, as well as have the necessary information:
- Girls’ periods should begin at the age of 10-14 years
- Keep a menstrual calendar
- Visit a gynecologist at least once every 6 months
- Timely treat all gynecological diseases
- Not to self-medicate, uncontrolled intake of medications
- Balance the menu
- Lead an active and healthy lifestyle.
Answered on 23rd May '24
Dr. Ashwani Kumar
Sir what is malignant ascites cancer life expectancy
Male | 65
Answered on 23rd May '24
Dr. Sandeep Nayak
My father is diagnosed with stage 4 cancer. It started in stomach n now affected liver. Please help me in suggesting best treatment for him.
Answered on 23rd May '24
Dr. deepak ramraj
Her injury was November 06, 2021 C5 incomplete. Does she qualify for Bone Marrow therapy?
Female | 29
Bone marrow therapy is not used to treat spinal cord injuries, including C5 incomplete injuries. Treatment for spinal cord injuries focuses on rehabilitation, physical therapy, and medical management to maximize function and improve quality of life.
Answered on 23rd May '24
Dr. Ganesh Nagarajan
What are the symptoms one can experience if they have Eye Cancer? Are they noticeable or do they go unnoticed?
Eye cancer does not always cause obvious symptoms and may only be picked up during a routine eye test. Some of the common symptoms of eye cancer are:
- Shadows
- Flashes of light
- Blurred vision
- Dark patch in eye that's getting bigger
- Partial or total loss of vision
- Bulging of 1 eye
- A lump on eyelid or in eye that's increasing in size
- Pain in or around eye, others.
The above mentioned symptoms can also be caused by more minor eye conditions, so they're not necessarily a sign of cancer. Consult an ophthalmologist. Hope our answer helps you.
Answered on 23rd May '24
Dr. Babita Goel
Is any free cancer treatment hospitals in Andhra Pradesh available?
Female | 49
Free cancer treatment is given in Andhra Pradesh only to those who have a domicile of origin in the state. In 2020, Andhra Chief Minister YS Jagan Mohan Reddy announced the Aarogyasri scheme that aims at providing medical treatment to those whose annual income is below INR 5,00,000. The healthcare scheme will cover around 2059 medical ailments, including cancer. Beyond this, there are many hospitals in India that offer free cancer treatment to those in need. These hospitals are some of the best in the country and have a commendable record at successfully treating cancer patients every year.
Answered on 23rd May '24
Dr. Donald Babu
I am a patient of rectal cancer with adenocarcinoma with cignet ring cell carcinoma, and got immunotherapy in ayurvedic through oral medications also got almost cured for three months. But again rectal bleeding and severe pain started and there is wound pist radiotherapy just at bottom inside layer of anus.
Male | 33
It's possible that the wound from your radiotherapy treatment has not fully healed or that there may be other factors contributing to your symptoms. You should communicate openly with your doctor about your symptoms, concerns, and treatment history, as they will have the best understanding of your problems.
Answered on 23rd May '24
Dr. Donald Babu
My mom is cancer patient..what medicine I give.she has pain in nerves neck area for this pain she didn't sleep in night
Female | 64
Please consult your mother's oncologist. As she is already under cancer treatment, only her doctor can say better what medication will be suitable in this case
Answered on 23rd May '24
Dr. Ganesh Nagarajan
Brain tumor amd shows some features malignant tumor
Male | 28
Benign and malignant brain tumors may encompass the same features. It is primary to talk to a neurologist or an oncologist about this proper diagnosis and treatment plan.
Answered on 23rd May '24
Dr. Sridhar Susheela
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
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
My father has well differentiated adenocarcinoma in ascending colon.staging T3N1M0. Doctor who diagnosed has advised to go for surgery. Suggest best hospital
Answered on 23rd May '24
Dr. Mangesh Yadav
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
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