Dr.Seshagiri Rao Ganta, Consultant-Medical Oncology, HCG NMR Cancer Centre, Hubli Cancer is a widely dreaded disease, often going undiagnosed until it reaches advanced stages. This delay in detection can have severe implications, such as later stage at diagnosis there by loosing the precious chance for cure. Many cancers lack early warning signs, or their symptoms […]
1 in every 16,000 children is being diagnosed with the eye cancer in India every year
Early Detection Saves the Lives of many children Retinoblastoma, a rare but aggressive form of eye cancer primarily affecting young children, poses a significant threat to their vision and survival. While its global incidence is estimated at around 5,000 cases annually, India paints a concerning picture with an estimated 700-800 new cases reported each year. […]
Decoding Gynecologic Cancers: Types, Risk Factors, and Early Detection
Dr. Bhaskar Singh, Consultant – Surgical Oncology, HCG Cancer Centre, Nagpur Gynecologic cancers encompass a group of malignancies that affect a woman’s reproductive organs, including the cervix, ovaries, uterus, vagina, and vulva. These cancers, although diverse in their origins, share common threads of concern, such as their potential to silently advance and the importance of early detection. […]
The Power of Early Detection: Key Cancer Screenings That Can Save Lives
Sachin Trivedi, Director: Medical Oncology, HCG-ICS Khubchandani Cancer Centre, Mumbai Early detection plays a pivotal role in enhancing the effectiveness of cancer therapy. The process of early cancer detection consists of two parts: screening and early diagnosis. Early diagnosis focuses on identifying patients who display symptoms at the earliest possible stage, while screening aims to identify […]
Early Detection of Pediatric Cancer
Dr Intezar Mehdi, Director and Head of the Department, Senior Consultant, Pediatric Hematology, Oncology and BMT, HCG Cancer Care, Bangalore In the beautiful realm of childhood, where laughter resonates louder than worries and innocence dances in every step, pediatric cancer (commonly known as childhood cancer) casts a shadow that challenges the very essence of joy. […]
Nurturing Hope: Strategies for Dealing with Cancer in Youngsters
By Dr. Muralidhar Bora, Consultant Radiation Oncology, HCG Cancer Centre, Vizag When a young family member falls ill, it has a ripple effect beyond their health. It transforms their everyday life, from attending school to playing with friends, and can even reshape their self-perception. Families, too, feel the pressure. It’s not just about the illness; […]
Early Detection Saves Lives: Recognizing the Signs of Throat Cancer
By – Dr. Srigopal Mohanty, Consultant Medical Oncology, HCG Panda Cancer Hospital, NH-16, Telengapentha, Cuttack For many diagnosed with throat cancer, the world shrinks to the space within their own throat. Everyday actions like breathing, swallowing, even speaking, become obstacles laced with fear. But beneath the anxiety lies a strength, a will to reclaim lost […]
Cirrhosis: A Hidden Risk Factor for Liver Cancer
By Dr. Pinaki Mahato, Consultant – Medical Oncology, HCG Cancer Centre, Vadodara The human liver is an unsung hero of the body’s complex system, performing a variety of critical functions that frequently go unnoticed until something goes wrong. Among the numerous risks associated with this remarkable organ, liver cancer and cirrhosis are two of the most common […]