Breast cancer treatment has changed significantly over the years, with more personalised treatment options now available. One of the most common questions patients ask after a breast cancer diagnosis is: “Will I need chemotherapy?” The answer is not the same…
When patients hear the word radiation, one of their first questions is often: “Will I need radiation therapy?” The answer depends on the type of cancer, its location, stage, treatment objective and the patient’s individual circumstances. Radiation therapy is not…
A gastrointestinal cancer diagnosis can raise many questions: Will I need chemotherapy?Will I need surgery?Could immunotherapy be an option?Do I need molecular or biomarker testing? There is no single treatment plan that applies to every gastrointestinal cancer patient. Treatment depends…
Digestive symptoms such as abdominal discomfort, changes in bowel habits, blood in the stool, difficulty swallowing or unexplained weight loss can have many causes. Most digestive symptoms do not automatically mean cancer. However, when symptoms persist, recur or occur together,…
Cancer treatment has evolved significantly over the years. Today, cancer care is no longer limited to surgery, chemotherapy, or radiation alone. Advances in diagnostics, molecular testing, targeted therapies, immunotherapy, minimally invasive surgery, and precision medicine are helping oncologists develop increasingly…
Hearing the word chemotherapy can bring many questions: Will I lose my hair? Will I feel sick throughout treatment? Can I continue working? How long will chemotherapy last? Understanding what chemotherapy is, why it is recommended and what to expect…
What Does a Radiation Oncologist Actually Do? Featuring Dr. Shamsundar at Precision Oncology Clinic When someone is diagnosed with cancer, they may meet several different specialists—medical oncologists, surgical oncologists and radiation oncologists. For many patients and families, understanding the role…
Medically reviewed by Dr. S. D. Shamsundar, Radiation Oncologist, Precision Oncology Clinic, Bangalore Being told that you may need radiation therapy can naturally bring many questions. One of the most common questions patients ask is: “Will radiation therapy hurt?” The…
Breast Cancer: Symptoms Every Woman Should Know Medically reviewed by Dr. Vivek Belathur, Medical Oncologist, Precision Oncology Clinic, Bangalore Breast cancer is one of the most common cancers affecting women worldwide. Knowing the possible signs and symptoms can help women…
Reviewed by Dr. Bharath, Surgical Oncologist, Precision Oncology Clinic, Bangalore Cancer is a diagnosis that can bring fear, uncertainty and many questions. Unfortunately, along with genuine medical information, patients and families often encounter myths about cancer causes, cancer treatment, surgery,…