Opioids play a crucial role in managing cancer pain, which can be severe and debilitating in the advanced stages of the disease. Cancer pain can arise from various sources, such as the tumor itself, metastasis, or treatment-related complications. The primary goal of pain management in cancer patients is to improve their quality of life and …
Head and neck cancers are defined as cancer that arise in the head and neck region including the lips, mouth, nasal cavity, salivary glands, nasopharynx, oropharynx, hypo pharynx or larynx. Know signs and Symptoms as Early Detection Ensures Effective Treatment and Cure. Symptoms and Signs of Head and Neck cancers The clinical manifestations of head …
Cervical Cancer in Andhra Pradesh: A Growing Problem Cervical cancer is one of the most common cancers among women in Andhra Pradesh, India. It is caused by the human papillomavirus (HPV), a sexually transmitted infection. HPV is a very common infection, but most people who are infected never develop cervical cancer. However, some people who …
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Introduction: When it comes to maintaining our health, early detection is key. One non-invasive imaging test that plays a crucial role in screening for abdominal abnormalities is the Ultrasonography (USG) of the abdomen. Ultrasound equipment emits high-frequency sound waves that travel through your body to produce pictures known as sonograms. Reflections are produced when …
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Can oral cancers be prevented? Oral cancers are a serious health concern, and while not all cases can be prevented, there are measures individuals can take to reduce the risk of developing oral cancer. Here are some elaborations on the preventive measures mentioned: Avoid tobacco and its products: Using any form of tobacco product, …
Introduction The cervix is a fibromuscular organ that communicates the uterine cavity with a vagina. Cancer to this part of an organ is considered as cancer cervix. Cancer Cervix is a global health problem and it is most prevalent in countries with poor socioeconomic status. Long lasting infection with certain strains of Human Papilloma …
What is breast cancer? It is the most common cancer in Indian females. It arises from cells in the breast. 1 in 10 females are being diagnosed with breast cancer in their lifetime. What are the risk factors? Risk factors of breast cancer can be divided into controllable and uncontrollable. Controllable risk factors are those …
All about ‘Head and Neck’ Cancers ! of the 10 lakh cases of cancer detected in India every year, around 2 lakh are cancers of the ‘head and neck’ category. ‘Head and Neck’ cancers are tumors in and around the throat, larynx, nose, sinuses, or mouth. These develop when healthy cells in these regions change …
You can prevent CRC by being physically active, eating plenty of fruits and vegetables, and limiting the intake of alcohol. In colorectal cancer (CRC), there is a malignant growth in the large intestine. In the advanced stages, cancer spreads from the intestine to the liver. Rarely does it spread to the lungs or bones, but …
During the early days of my training as a medical oncologist at AIIMS, New Delhi, I was alarmed to see patients as young as 20 years being diagnosed with advanced stages of oral cavity cancers and dying within one year of diagnosis despite treatment. Tobacco chewing is the single most important cause of these cancers and in …
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