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About Esophageal Cancer Treatment in Delhi : Esophagus or food pipe is a long muscular tube that delivers food from mouth to stomach. It starts in neck and courses through thorax to join with stomach in the upper abdomen. The cancer developing in the esophagus is known as esophageal cancer . Risk Factors are: Smoking and Alcohol are most important risk factors. Prolonged acid reflux (heartburn) can also lead to this cancer. Other risk factors include obesity, older age, male sex, exposure to certain chemicals and history of head and neck cancer in past. There are Two Main Types of Esophageal Cancers: Squamous Cell Carcinoma Adenocarcinoma What are the Symptoms of Esophageal Cancer? The most important and first symptom to develop is Difficulty in swallowing which is increasing progressively (i.e. initially to solids and progressing to liquids and even saliva). It may be associated with pain. Other important Symptoms are: Persistent pain and heartburn. Blood in vomiting. Hoarseness of ...

About Head and Neck Cancer: Head and Neck Region comprises of soft tissues, bones, glands and other organs. Any cancer developing in this region would be labeled as Cancer of the head and neck. The cancer is known by the organ involved. Risk Factors are : alcohol, smoking, gutka, paan, or tobacco in any form, spicy foods and heredity. Where All it can Occur? The common sites of the head and neck cancer include: Oral(Mouth) Cancer: Lips, palate, tongue, cheeks Laryngeal Cancer Throat Cancer: base of tongue, tonsil, pharyngeal Thyroid Cancer Nasal Cavity, Para nasal sinus Cancer Salivary Gland Tumors Parathyroid tumors Skin Cancer What are the Symptoms of Head and Neck Cancer ? The Common Symptoms can be one of the Following: A non- healing Sore or ulcer in the mouth or an ulcer which bleeds easily A persistent white or red patch in the mouth A lump or swelling in the neck or mouth Chronic sinus infection which is not getting alright with medications Ongoing nor relieving nose congestio...

Lungs are the two spongy organs in the chest which are meant for breathing and gas exchange. The cancer developing in the lungs is known as lung cancer   treatment in Delhi . It is the leading cause of death worldwide. Risk Factors are: Smoking. The risk of lung cancer increases with the number of cigarettes or bidis and number of years of smoking. Similarly the risk decreases after quitting smoking. Even non smokers can get lung cancers due to certain environmental factors like Pollution. What are the Symptoms of Lung Cancer? Lung Cancer usually causes symptoms when the disease is advanced. As it is most of the times symptomless in early stages, it is difficult to catch these cancers early. The Common Symptoms can be One of the Following: Persistent cough that is not subsiding even after treatment Blood in sputum Shortness of breath Hoarseness of voice Chest pain Weight loss How is it Diagnosed? When any of the above symptoms occur, do consult your doctor who may prescribe the fo...

What is a Chemoport ? It is a disc shaped medical device which is used for venous access for administration of drugs. It is placed beneath the skin at the chest and sometimes over the abdomen. It is barely visible under the skin. It consists of a silicon top which is used for venous access point (Special needles are placed through it) and a catheter which connects the port to a vein. When Do You Need Port? It is required to anyone who needs frequent or long term IV medications. Chemotherapy administration. Long term antibiotics. How the Port is Inserted? Before insertion of the port your doctor would be getting test for your blood coagulation and other routine examinations. Do tell your doctor about any blood thinners you have been taking. They need to be stopped before the procedure. A fasting of at least 6 hours is recommended before the procedure. It is daycare procedure. Most commonly the port is placed under the skin of the right chest. You would be receiving light anaesthesia to ...

About Stomach Cancer: Stomach is a muscular bag located in the upper part of the abdomen. Its function is to receive food from food pipe and break it down into smaller food particles for digestion. Any cancer appearing here would be called as stomach cancer. Stomach cancers are aggressive as they spread fast. With recent advancement in the management of the stomach cancer the survival has improved significantly. Risk Factors are : Smoking and Alcohol are most important risk factors. Smoked foods, obesity, diet poor in fruits and vegetables, H ppylori infection, gastro esophageal reflux disease (GERD) and prolonged inflammation (Gastritis) are other risk factors for the development of stomach cancers. What are the Symptoms of Stomach Cancer? The Symptoms of Stomach Cancer are as follows: Indigestion which is not getting better with medications Heartburn Vomiting Feeling bloated after meals Pain Nausea Vomiting Blood in vomitus Black colored stools Anemia Weight loss How is it Diagnosed...

What is a PICC Line? A peripherally inserted central catheter also called the PICC line is typically a thin tube. This thin tube structure is inserted in the vein and normally in the arm and is guided in the large vein near heart. Rarely PICC line may be inserted in leg. PICC line is used to administer medications like chemotherapy and nutrition. As chemotherapy in Delhi requires multiple sessions PICC line may save the patients from multiple painful pricking every time. It also prevents resultant redness and irritation of veins. PICC line insertion can be done by a nurse, doctor or other trained medical provider. The procedure can be done on outpatient basis and does not usually require in patient admission. What Are the Uses of PICC Line? For Cancer Treatment : Decline once inserted can be used for the multiple sessions of chemotherapy without giving much pain to the patient with avoidance of the risk of inflammation of the veins. Nutrition : Parenteral nutrition can be given thr...

Breast Cancer is the commonest cancer in females worldwide. It is the second most common cancer in females in India after cancer of Cervix, but it is the most common cancer in the urban areas in females in India. With increasing awareness and advancing treatment strategies the survival of breast cancer has improved. There are some risk factors for the breast cancer which include: Female sex, early age at menarche, late menopause, having children at age more than 30 years or not having children, obesity and alcohol. Apart from these hereditary predisposition is also seen in patients having gene mutations in BRCA1 and BRCA2. A previous history of breast cancer also increases risk of cancer in same or other breast. Prevention is always better than cure. It can be seen from the risk factors mentioned above that many of them are preventable. Likewise the following are certain strategies for prevention of breast cancer Limiting Intake of Alcohol : The risk may be directly proportional to a...