Esophageal cancer develops in the esophagus — the muscular tube that connects your throat to your stomach. It is a serious condition but treatable, especially when detected early. Common Symptoms of Esophageal Cancer * Difficulty swallowing (dysphagia), initially with solids, then progressing to liquids * Pain or burning sensation in the chest * Unintentional

Onco team, Senior Medical Oncologist, Onco Cancer Care Centre, Hyderabad, writes about the latest advancements in lung cancer treatment. In his brilliant yet heartbreaking autobiographical novel, When Breath Becomes Air, a young neurosurgeon Paul Kalanithi describes how he was diagnosed with stage IV metastatic, non-small cell lung cancer in May

Consultant Radiation Oncologist, Apollo Proton Cancer Centre, Chennai, explains how carcinoid tumours are identified and treated. Carcinoid tumours are rare types of tumours that are slow growing. They may arise from multiple sites within the body, affecting the neuroendocrine cells. Neuroendocrine cells act like nerve cells to receive and transfer

If someone in your family or friend’s circle has been diagnosed with cancer, you may wonder if you too are at risk. Research shows that 1 out of every nine Indians will develop cancer at some point in their lives. Cancer is becoming increasingly common, causing us to wonder

Surgical Oncologist, explains how breast conservation surgery is helping breast cancer patients today. Surgery plays a very important role in the treatment of breast cancer. Earlier, surgery for breast cancer involved removal of complete breast tissue, along with underlying muscles and nodal tissue in the armpit. This type of surgery

Surgical Oncologist, explains how fertility is preserved in patients of gynaecological cancers. Standard surgical treatment for most gynecological cancers involves the removal of the ovaries, uterus and fallopian tubes as a part of the curative surgery to ensure that the disease is completely removed. This, however, can affect the woman’

Onco team is Consultant Medical Oncologist at Onco Cancer Care Centre, Hyderabad. Breast cancer is the most common cancer diagnosed during pregnancy. 1 in 3000 women develop breast cancer during or soon after pregnancy. Very often breast cancer that develops during pregnancy is diagnosed in the advanced stages, making it

Numbness occurs as a side effect of cancer treatments. It is often accompanied by tingling, and feelings of pins or needles in the hands and feet. This side effect is termed Peripheral Neuropathy. It may lead to partial or complete lack of sensation in one or more body parts, especially

Cancer is a disease that is complex and multifaceted, so it requires a lot of attention and care. Being diagnosed with cancer is just the beginning. Identifying the next steps and finding the best and most trusted team of doctors is a challenge for all patients as well as caregivers.

In this blog, we will discuss the differences between childhood and adult cancers and the treatments available. Childhood Cancers vs Adult Cancers Childhood cancers are those that occur in individuals under the age of 18. The most common types of childhood cancers include leukaemia, brain and spinal cord tumours, neuroblastoma,

We call it inherited cancer or hereditary cancer. Not all cancers are hereditary, some may occur due to a combination of genetic mutations, and environmental and lifestyle factors of an individual that happen during one's lifetime. Such type of cancer is referred to as sporadic cancer and the

These cancers can occur in women of all ages but are more commonly seen in women over the age of 50. The most common types of gynaecological cancers are cervical cancer, ovarian cancer, endometrial (uterine) cancer, vaginal cancer, and vulvar cancer. Each of these cancers has its own set of

When you have cancer, a huge part of your life is put on hold. You lose the ability to do many things you enjoyed doing in the past and are often restricted in what you can do. But even if cancer steals part of your life, there is still hope.

Although several factors contribute to their development, research shows that diet plays a significant role. Consuming a diet high in processed and red meats, fried and fatty foods, sugary foods and drinks, and alcohol has been linked to an increased risk of these cancers. Conversely, a diet rich in fruits,

The question is, when should you start getting screened? And which screening tests are best for men and women? These are crucial questions that every individual should consider. In this blog, we'll dive into the latest recommendations for cancer screenings for men and women, and explore the best