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 a protein necessary to […]
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 organs and starts growing […]
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 performing operations. Whereas in […]
Breast cancer and its treatment options 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, […]
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 at a higher rate. […]
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 to normal healthy human […]
Definition 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 treat triple-negative breast cancer. As the name […]
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 after treatment. These side […]
A bone marrow transplant is a life-saving procedure that gives the patient a new life. Many patients receive bone marrow transplants as the main type of treatment for blood disorders and cancer such as leukemia and lymphoma. The main part of this process is to remove damaged bone marrow with healthy bone marrow obtained […]
What is Radiation Therapy/ Oncology? Radiation therapy is a method to treat cancer using high-energy beams. It uses high energy radiation such as x-rays and gamma rays to kill or destroy the cancer cells. These rays damage the DNA inside the cells and inhibit their property to divide and grow. This radiation can be delivered […]
