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My wife (48 years) is suffering from lung cancer with brain metastasis. She has undergone right-side brain surgery in Jan 2018. Till then up till now, she is keeping good health with normal weight, diet, sleep, and carrying out daily works of cooking, cleaning, clothes washing, etc. normally. No, any spread is observed till the last scan on 01.10.18. But a lession sizing 1.5 x 1.3 cm is observed in the PET scan done on 03 April 19. Now at present also she didn't have any symptoms or health issues. Please guide me for further line of treatment either immunotherapy or chemo/radiation therapy.

Answered by Pankaj Kamble

Hello, To decide which treatment is the best for your wife, from immunotherapy and chemo/radiation therapy, we will require all the test and health reports till date. If you can send them to us only then we can figure out what course of action is the best.

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Questions & Answers on "Cancer" (374)

Badly i need a good suggestion for my father who is affected in a brain tumor.Some of Doctors suggested me to operation or some are not.In this situation i Don't understand what can i do.

Male | 55

Brain tumors if operable should be operated upon, however if they are in a very critical area or the surgery may be risky, we may need to try some other ways of addressing. Please share your reports and consult for further advise.

Answered on 23rd May '24

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Can stress or lack of sleep increase the risk of breast cancer? I’ve been hearing this a lot recently.

Female | 36

 While stress and sleep deprivation affect overall health, there’s no direct evidence linking them as major causes of breast cancer. However, chronic stress can affect hormones and immunity. A healthy lifestyle with regular exercise, good sleep, and balanced nutrition is always beneficial.

Answered on 3rd Nov '25

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I have blushing on my chest that come and go after cool down the redness gone completely but I also have lump underneath of lower inner quadrant of right breast I have this lump since 5 years is it sign of cancer

Female | 18

I recommend you to go to the breast specialist urgently to get a full diagnostic examination. Mass in the breast may be a sign of breast cancer, but not all the causes are the same.

Answered on 28th Aug '24

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Hi, my mother has been diagnosed with a suspected case of breast cancer. The initial biopsy and a CT scan has been conducted.The CT scan suggests some lesions in retropectal lymph nodes too. And a PET CT scan is scheduled for the 25th of Jan. We need some guidance on which hospital to pick, and what should be ideal line of treatment. My mother lives in Kochi.

Pt require hospital admission and work up for staging and surgery.  you can visit to any hospital where oncologist is available. 

Answered on 23rd May '24

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I am suffering from severe stomach pain due to colon cancer stage 4, any medicine for pain relief

Male | 53

This pain occurs because the tumor is pressing on your belly inside. To relieve it, the doctor can prescribe you stronger drugs than those sold in the drugstore. These medicines are designed to ease the pain and make you comfortable. Keep telling your doctor how you feel so that they can change the medication when necessary to control the pain effectively.

Answered on 5th Nov '24

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Hi ,my father is diagonsed with DLBCL stage 4 lymphoma, in how many months he will get cured competely

Male | 60

The Diffuse Large B-Cell Lymphoma is treatable and there is no fixed time for complete cure, depending on the stage of the cancer, patient overall health, and the response to treatment.

Answered on 23rd May '24

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Good morning. On examination of the CT scan and the MRI they detected a thymoma, with a benign appearance. Do you think I should remove it or do a biopsy first? THANKS

Female | 65

First, a biopsy should be performed in order to confirm the diagnosis of thymoma. When the diagnosis is made, it should be surgically removed. See a thoracic surgeon to have correct diagnosis and management.

Answered on 23rd May '24

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Her 2 POSITIVE Right Breast Cancer ,after Chemo sessions planned for surgery, how many methods of surgeries are available, is there any difference of methodology from other hospitals of Hyderabad to Tata Memorial one. want to have opinion for the surgery sir,

Female | 57

There are several different methods of surgery that can be used to treat right breast cancer. The most common treatments are mastectomy (removal of the entire breast), breast-conserving surgery, and lymph node dissection. The type of surgery for you will depend on the size and location of the tumor, the stage of the cancer, and the your individual preferences. The methodology for performing surgery at Tata Memorial Hospital is likely to be similar to that of other hospitals in Hyderabad. However, there may be slight differences due to the individual expertise and experience of the surgeons at each hospital. You discuss your options with your doctor and ask for their opinion on the best type of surgery for you.

Answered on 23rd May '24

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I'm a 52 year old woman recently diagnosed with breast cancer, and my doctor mentioned my estrogen levels are low. How does having low estrogen impact my breast cancer treatment and prognosis?

Female | 52

Please share your reports and book a consultation, so that we may be able to help you further

Answered on 26th June '24

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Hello, I want to know if breasts are removed in Breast Cancer surgeries, or are there any other methods in which there is no need of removing the whole breasts?

Female | 46

The biology and behavior of breast cancer will be considered for planning the treatment of breast cancer. Treatment options also depends on several factors like the tumor subtype, hormone receptor status, stage of the tumor, patient's age, general health, menopausal status, and preferences. The presence of known mutations in inherited breast cancer genes, such as BRCA1 or BRCA2. There are some general steps commonly preferred for treating early-stage and locally advanced breast cancer. Doctors generally recommend surgery to remove the tumor in breast. Though the goal of surgery is to remove all the cancer which is visible but microscopic cells sometimes remain behind. Therefore another surgery may be required. For cancers which are large or are rapidly growing, the clinician suggest systemic treatment with chemotherapy or hormonal therapy before surgery. This is called neo-adjuvant therapy. This helps in shrinking the tumor which is easy to operate; also breast can be preserved in some cases. After surgery it is important to check for recurrence. Then adjuvant therapy is advised. Adjuvant therapies may include radiation therapy, chemotherapy, targeted therapy, and/or hormonal therapy When surgery to remove the cancer is not possible, it is called inoperable, and then Chemotherapy, targeted therapy, radiation therapy, and/or hormonal therapy may be given to shrink the cancer. For recurrent cancer, treatment options depend on how the cancer was first treated and the characteristics of the cancer. What will be the line of treatment in your case will depend on your clinical condition. You can take one more opinion to a clear understanding of your concerns. Consult Cancer Treatment doctors in Mumbai, or any other city you find convenient.

Answered on 23rd May '24

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We are from Bangladesh. i am 39 years old female. i have done some tests where cancer germ was found and some reports were good. Now i want to do complete diagnosis lto make sure whether cancer germ is actually there or not and what disease i am suffering from. For this treatment which doctor and hospital will be the best in Hyderabad?

Female | 39

Delhi offers alot of treatment options and opportunities to cancer patients. Please share reports so we can offer appropriate investigation and treatment advise for you. We have treated alot of Bangladeshi patients in the past. Shared below are a few testimonials. https://youtu.be/80RAwE-iWIs?si=koUuOB2B8eYCLAk7

Answered on 23rd May '24

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Hi I have cancer in my neck I have a lump under my ear my lymph node pains and my jaw will not open, tonsil, pelvic bone and just started in my spin, is there any treatment or alternative treatment available to cure my cancer

Female | 57

Yes there are various treatment options available. But you must consult with an oncologist or cancer specialist to discuss best treatment options. Radiation therapy, chemotherapy, targeted therapy, or immunotherapy are the treatment options for cancer normally. Alternative treatments can be used alongside traditional cancer treatments to improve overall well-being.

Answered on 23rd May '24

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My uncle 67 years old had a surgery to remove colon cancer and one liver metastasis, the tumor tests are : mismatch repair proficient, her 2 +ve score 3+ , braf for v600e negative, what is next?

Male | 67

After the surgical removal of colon cancer and a liver metastasis, the next steps may involve targeted therapy, given the HER2-positive status, possibly with drugs like trastuzumab. Since the BRAF V600E mutation is negative, certain chemotherapy options may be effective. Your uncle's oncologist will tailor a treatment plan based on these findings, incorporating adjuvant chemotherapy and possibly targeted therapies. Regular follow-ups and open communication with the healthcare team will be essential for ongoing care and monitoring his response to treatment.

Answered on 23rd May '24

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Hello, how can we get information on treatment for RHABDOMYOSARCOMA that is stage 4 in a 9 year old boy?

Male | 9

Stage 4 rhabdomyosarcoma is a muscle cancer that causes lumps, swolle­n areas, pain, and mobility issues. Rhabdomyosarcoma stems from ge­netics or chemical exposure­ risk factors. The typical treatment approach combine­s surgery, chemo, and radiation therapy. It's crucial to coope­rate closely with the me­dical team oversee­ing his custom care plan.

Answered on 1st July '24

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