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,…
Lung Cancer Prevention: Smarter Steps Beyond Just Quitting Smoking Lung cancer is one of the most serious health challenges worldwide, and most people connect it only with smoking. While quitting smoking is the single most effective step you can take…
How to Lower Your Risk of Breast Cancer: Lifestyle, Genetics, Screening & Treatment Breast cancer is among the most common cancers affecting women worldwide and is a leading health concern in India as well. Each year, thousands of women receive…
Liver Cancer Awareness: Spot the Symptoms Early, Choose the Right Treatment, Save a Life Liver cancer is one of the leading causes of cancer-related deaths globally, often going undetected until it reaches an advanced stage. This highlights the critical need…
From Misdiagnosis to Late Detection: Confronting the Silent Threat of Sarcoma and Bone Cancer This July Sarcoma and bone cancer are rare but aggressive conditions that often remain undiagnosed until they progress to advanced stages. These cancers, affecting the bones…
