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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Answered on 29th Aug '24
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.
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It is possible to cure stage 3 cervical cancer with proper treatment.
Answered on 23rd May '24
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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
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Hello sir, my wife told me yesterday that there is a lump around her breast. What further steps should I take to determine if it is cancerous or not? As of now, the lump around her breast is painless. Do I need to visit an oncologist?
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As per my understanding your wife is having a painless lump in her breast which is the cause of concern. You consult a surgeon first and get your wife thoroughly examined and evaluated .Only after that will it be clear what her diagnosis is and the required treatment will be advised. Consult Breast Surgery doctors in Mumbai, or in any other city.
Answered on 23rd May '24
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In August, I was diagnosed with a tumor and opt it, but it has already spread to my bladder wall. From next week my chemotherapy will start. I'm not sure if I want to go through with the chemotherapy. I did a lot of research and read a lot. I am worried about the side effects. Would you like to advise me anything?
Kindly follow the instructions of your oncologist and start treatment accordingly. Side effects of chemotherapy can be controlled and treated adequately
Answered on 23rd May '24
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Hello, I have been diagnosed with Squamous cell carcinoma in mouth. Please suggest the best possible treatment.
Squamous cells is a thin, flat cells lining inside of the lips and oral cavity. The Cancer that grows in this cell is called squamous cell carcinomas. Squamous cell carcinoma usually develops in areas of leukoplakia (white patches of cells that do not rub off). Treatment options for squamous cell carcinoma depends on the stage of cancer, size of tumor and location of the cancer (where it is in the lip or oral cavity), also whether the patient's appearance and ability to talk and eat can stay the same, as well as their age and general health. Patients with lip and oral cavity cancer should have their treatment planned by a team of doctors who are expert in treating head and neck cancer. Two types of standard treatment are used: Surgery, Radiation therapy. Consult Oncologists in Mumbai, or in any other city.
Answered on 23rd May '24
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My mother is 70 years old had diagnosed with ovarian cancer involving both ovaries and peritoneal and omental metastasis What could be the treatment option ?
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First, evaluate her general condition as well as her disease progression. According to her histopathological report and staging of the disease proper treatment plan has to be made. Starting with Chemotherapy as it affects the disease, further plans of action will be made. But the entire treatment plan will be made by an oncologist depending on her general condition to undergo the treatment.
Answered on 23rd May '24
Dr. Akash Umesh Tiwari
My younger sister is stage 4 metastatic cancer patient. We are currently searching best treatment for her but stil not found. 12 cycle of chemotherapy, 4 months used tykurb oral medicine, but still not progressing. She had 3 child's, 2 one years twins baby. Kindly help us in this regard plz. I have all her reports if you want any time.
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It's important to consult with multiple oncologists and specialists who specialize in her type of cancer to explore treatment options. Seeking second opinions and considering clinical trials could provide additional options
Answered on 23rd May '24
Dr. Ganesh Nagarajan
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.
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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
I had pain in my armpit without lumps and even body aches, fatigue, bloating, reduced appetite and breathlessness occasionally. So I consulted general physician, he checked but no lumps found and he said due to panic regarding this lump I was getting all symptoms. But he suggested for thyroid and usg whole abdomen. Yesterday the reports came in which stated only cysts were found and nothing serious. But two days ago I observed a small pea size lump on my neck and stinging pain radiating in my body and hoarness. And yesterday I observed a swollen abdomen with pain What should I do. I fear it's cancer. I observed all this within a week of time
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It’s good that you consulted a general physician and got tests done. Since you’ve now noticed a lump in your neck, hoarseness, and other symptoms like body pain and abdominal swelling, I recommend visiting an endocrinologist or oncologist. They are specialists in thyroid and other conditions that might need further examination. It’s important not to jump to conclusions but to get proper advice from a specialist for peace of mind and accurate diagnosis.
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Answered on 23rd May '24
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My husband was just diagnosed with AML Type 4. I am desperately seeking treatment for him. He is currently in hospital in Jamaica as he was admitted to start chemotherapy; however, that has been delayed due to him returning a positive Covid test. Please offer any advice/assistance. Thanks in advance.
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Answered on 23rd May '24
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Hi, I want to ask can patient with diabetes do Pet Scan?
As per my understanding your patient is diabetic and needs to undergo a pet scan. If diabetes is under control and any other vital organs like kidney are functioning normally and if not contraindicated, then definitely the patient can undergo pet scan. But you need to consult Physician so that he can guide you regarding pet scan. Hope our answer helps you. You can refer this page to find doctors who can give second opinions - General Physicians in India.
Answered on 23rd May '24
Dr. Babita Goel
Does Colon cancer affect a person's digestive system? How bad does it get as colon cancer progresses?
Colon cancer is cancer that affects the part of digestive system. So definitely effects a persons digestive system. Some of the colon cancer symptoms are Blood (usually dark red or black) in the stool, Constipation and diarrhea, Long, thin, pencil-like stools, Fatigue and weakness, Abdominal pain or bloating, Unexplained weight loss. These symptoms worsens as the colon cancer progresses.
Consult an oncologist, who on examining the patient will answer all your queries. Hope our answer helps you.
Answered on 23rd May '24
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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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Hi, my father was diagnosed with carcinoma right colon, features are suggestive of well-differentiated mucinous papillary adenocarcinoma of the colon with metastasis to the lymph node and treated with extended radical right hemicolectomy side to side ileocolic anastomosis done under GA one year back followed by chemotherapy. We need a second opinion as his blood report reveals a presence of 17.9 ng/mL of carcinoembryonic antigen. Can you please suggest me a good hospital in Bangalore with less cost? The previous doctor suggested a PET CT scan.
As per my understanding, your father is suffering from carcinoma of the right colon with metastasis to lymph node and treated surgically and chemotherapy. Once any cancer which has spread to the lymph nodes it means it is stage 3 where the prognosis is not so good. But still consult an oncologist. Hope our answer helps you. You can refer this page may be - Best Cancer Hospitals in Bangalore.
Answered on 23rd May '24
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Hello, I had a doubt, can continuous use of Inhalers and Asthma drugs cause lung cancer?
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My husband was diagnosed with cancer four months ago. Doctors initially assumed it was bone cancer, but after the pathology report came, we came to know that it's stage 4 kidney cancer. Some of our known people suggested immunotherapy as chemotherapy doesn't go for kidney cancer. We want an expert opinion on whether this is true and in that case what we should do now.
In case of Cancer involving Kidneys and has spread to other parts of body requires chemotherapy or immunotherapy. The exact plan for treatment can be decided after studying the involvement of disease and its effects on the normal functioning of the body. So if you can share all your reports with oncologist near you. He will be able to guide you towards the exact treatment plan.
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