Author: OncoIndia
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3 Mistakes to Avoid During Breast Cancer Treatment: Insights from Dr. Shiva Kumar Uppala
Dr. Shiva Kumar Uppala, the senior consultant surgical oncologist at Oncolndia, Bangalore, talks about the various misconceptions and mistakes that patients make while dealing with breast cancer. Three mistakes to avoid while dealing with breast cancer DR. SHIVA KUMAR UPPALA MS (Gen. Surgery), M.ch (Surgical Onco)FMAS The first cardinal mistake that people make is to ignore…
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Immunotherapy for Renal Cancer
Dr. Shiva Kumar Uppala, the senior Oncologist at Oncolndia, Bengaluru talks about immunotherapy for renal cancer and how it works. Renal cancer or kidney cancer is a type of cancer that originates in the kidney. It is one of the top ten cancers that is seen in the Indian population. Generally, it affects older people in…
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Advanced Cancer Treatment Options 2024
In 2024, the cancer treatment industry will change radically. It will be marked by compassion, creativity, and a strong dedication to better patient care. Each year, scientific discoveries and technology change how we diagnose and treat cancer. Patients now have many hopeful options. These range from precise medicines to immunotherapy. Immunotherapy was an innovator in the field.…
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Diagnostic Procedures for Esophageal Cancer
In the majority of cancer cases, a biopsy stands as the definitive method for confirming the presence of cancer in a specific area of the body. During a biopsy, the doctor extracts a small tissue sample for thorough analysis in a laboratory setting. In situations where a biopsy is not feasible, alternative tests may be…
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Triumphing Voice: A Teacher’s Thyroid Cancer Journey
Sai (name changed), a teacher by trade, enjoyed his work. The 45-year-old was eager to share his enthusiasm for physics with young children. His job as a teacher demanded that he speak loudly in front of a large group of 50-60 students. It was critical that he speak loudly and clearly so that students in…
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Oral Cancer
Do you have sores or cankers in your mouth that don’t go away even after 2 or 3 weeks? Do you have red or white patches on your mouth or lips? Do you experience pain in your tongue, throat, or ear? Does your voice sound hoarse or do you have difficulty swallowing? “if you answered…
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Debunking Common Myths: The Real Facts About Cancer Everyone Should Know
Myths and facts about cancer Cancer is a word that conjures up feelings of fear and anxiety. It’s also frequently associated with myths and misunderstandings, which can add to the difficulty of a situation that is already challenging. Many people continue to have obsolete or inaccurate attitudes about cancer, despite advances in medical research and…
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The First Signs Of Breast Cancer To Look Out For
Knowing how your breasts feel and look in general is the first important step to breast health. Breast cancer detected at an early stage can be cured. Early detection of breast cancer leads to better chances of successful treatment. To detect changes in your breast you can go for self-breast examination. But screening tests help to detect…
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Common Myths and Facts on Skin Cancer
Skin cancer is a prevalent yet often misunderstood condition. No matter your skin colour, anyone can be affected by skin cancer. It is also one of the most preventable forms of cancer. The root cause of skin cancer is said to be excess sun exposure and tanning. There are many misconceptions about skin cancer which need to…
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Smoking & Mouth Cancer
According to statistics, it says 6 out of 10 people suffering from cancer die due to excessive consumption of tobacco. Cigarettes and pipe tobacco are made from dried tobacco leaves. The smoke that releases from these cigarettes is a complex mixture of more than 7000 harmful chemicals among which 70 of them has proved to…