What is thalassemia?  Thalassemia is a genetic disorder and like other genetic disorders, it hinders the normal functioning of the body. It affects the production of hemoglobin in red blood cells. This disease is caused by a mutation in genes that produce two different types of hemoglobin chains. Hemoglobin is…

What is a gastrointestinal stromal tumor? Gastrointestinal Stromal tumor (GIST) is a wide range of tumor occurring region which begins from mouth to anus. It includes the complete digestive system. GIST most commonly affects the stomach and intestine of the patient. It usually begins from the inner lining of these…

What does robotic surgery mean in cancer treatment? The traditional surgical method to remove tumors has been used for years to treat cancer. Nowadays as the technology is evolving, minimally invasive surgeries are getting famous. One such surgery is robotic surgery. Many people misunderstand the term robotic surgery for robots…

Breast cancer is one of the most common types of cancer in women. When the breast cells grow rapidly and uncontrollably, it is said to be breast cancer. There could be several reasons which could cause breast cancer including genetic variation, exposure to radiation, lifestyle habits, older age, etc. There…

Cancer is one of the most prevalent diseases in today’s world. Many people around the world suffer from cancer every day. The exact reason and cause for many types of cancer are still unknown but some factors are contributing to increasing the risk of certain cancers. The cases are increasing…

What is the quality of life for cancer patients? Quality of life is a dynamic term. It involves many aspects of life be it physical, mental, or social. It is a broad term that may have different meanings for different individuals. It may sound different for cancer patients as compared…

Triple-negative breast cancer: Introduction Triple-negative breast cancer is a rare type of breast cancer that affects women. It is a rare but aggressive type of breast cancer. Around 10% of breast cancer cases belong to this category. As being a rare type of cancer, it is also very challenging to…

Even on ordinary days, diet and food intake are important for a healthy life. But it becomes much more important for someone who is suffering from cancer. Cancer can hinder the growth of other healthy cells by taking up all the energy from food. This causes side effects during and…

A bone marrow transplant is a life-saving medical procedure that offers patients a new chance at life, particularly those battling serious blood disorders and cancers such as leukemia and lymphoma. This treatment involves replacing damaged or diseased bone marrow with healthy bone marrow stem cells, typically sourced from a compatible…

Cancer diagnosis is life-threatening – but with the right medical team, it becomes a battle that many people can win. Treatment of cancer is not a task of a single doctor but requires a complete multi-disciplinary team in which radiation oncologists play an active role. Radiation Oncologists are medical experts…

The profession of doctor is the most important pillar of healthcare. To celebrate their devotion to help others and spend their lives for the people of the country, National Doctor’s Day is celebrated in India on July 1st. This date is marked as both the birth and death anniversary of…

Lung cancer is the leading cause of death in India with cigarette smoking being the leading cause of lung cancer. People who smoke are 23 times more likely to get lung cancer than non-smokers. Lung cancer is of different types, diagnosed at different stages and each stage has a relative…