A cancer diagnosis is a life-changing event. It not only implies physical but also emotional and psychological distress. Lifestyle today is even more profoundly meaningful. Wellness and nurturing living do more than maximize treatment—they can maximize therapy, minimize side effects, and enable patients to overcome their ordeal more courageously. Dr. Vikesh Shah, an experienced cancer...
Cancer is a global health problem with new cases numbering in the millions yearly. Even in India, where the cancer load is rising, the earliest possible diagnosis and treatment are crucial for enhancing survival and the quality of patient results. Delayed treatment is a cause for concern and increases mortality while diminishing the quality of...
Kidney cancer is one of the most prevalent forms of cancer to strike individuals globally. Though the cause is not necessarily traceable, some of the causes and lifestyles that lead to it can increase or decrease the chances of contracting the disease. Prevention, detection, and sensitivity are the primary controls for reducing cases of kidney...
The diagnosis of cancer introduces radical changes to an individual’s life, both physically and psychologically. Sleep, being one of the most frequently neglected problems during and after cancer treatment, is one of the most prevalent problems in which cancer patients experience insomnia, disrupted sleep, and fatigue during the day. Sleep disorders may exacerbate cancer fatigue,...
Cancer is still one of the biggest health issues globally, affecting millions of people every year. Genetics and environment also contribute to cancer but have been seen through studies to be capable of preventing 40% of all cancers by modifying lifestyle. Having control of your health can minimize risk and maximize optimality in a big...
Cancer can be a life-changing experience, not only with physical pain but with mental suffering too. Chemotherapy, radiation, and surgery are some of the treatments that impact the body and mind. While medical treatment is essential, equally important is self-care in enhancing a patient’s quality of life. Small and careful changes daily can help cancer...
Cancer is the most challenging disease, affecting millions of lives around the world. Fortunately, medical breakthroughs have introduced immunotherapy, a revolutionary cancer treatment that harnesses the power of the immune system to recognize and destroy cancer cells. Unlike chemotherapy, which destroys cancer cells and normal cells, immunotherapy teaches the body’s immune system to recognize and...
Head and neck cancer is actually a life-altering diagnosis that changes both the physical condition of a human being as well as his psychological and mental body. Treatment for such an oncology medical ailment occurs under a progressive system that consists of surgery, chemotherapy, radiation therapy, and at times even immunotherapy. Among them, nutrition is...
Ovarian cancer has been one of the cancers mainly referred to as the “silent killer,” originating from the ovaries in females where eggs and hormones such as estrogen and progesterone are produced. The main reasons behind the late diagnosis of ovarian cancer are very vague symptoms associated with it. All this aside, there is known...
Breast cancer remains one of the most widespread diseases among females. People are usually afraid of this disease, but fortunately, the earlier it is discovered, the better the survival rates are. One of the best, and indeed simplest ways, that aids in the detection of breast cancer at an early stage is self-examination. This is...