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[ceyhanmedya]

What is metastasis? 2023

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What is metastasis? 2023

Cancer, which is considered one of the most important health problems of our age, maintains its seriousness, although there are promising medical developments and studies. In recent years, significant progress has been made in the early diagnosis and treatment of cancer, and it has been successfully applied in some patients. On the other hand, the desired progress could not be made towards some of the most feared mechanisms of cancer disease, which also significantly affect the clinical approach. One of these mechanisms is known as metastasis. Frequently asked questions in society, “What does metastasis mean?” It is very important to answer the question in terms of effective struggle with this health problem.

What is metastasis?

Metastasis; It is the process by which the cells of the tumor tissue that develops in a particular tissue pass to the closest vascular circulation as a result of various processes, reach a different body tissue from the region where it is located, and continue its development there. In this regard, metastasis results in the development of tumor cells in various parts of the body, in other organs and tissues that are completely different from the tissue of origin.

The newly developing tumor tissues after metastasis not only cause destruction in the body area they reach, but also adversely affect the functioning of the relevant tissue. In this regard, in addition to the clinical picture associated with serious cancer caused by increased tumor cells, complaints and findings related to the affected tissue begin to develop in the patient.

In the current clinical approach, the ultimate point that cancer tissues can reach is the state of metastasis. Since the diagnosis and treatment of cancer is handled specifically for the patient with the tissue of origin, in the clinical approach, the general condition of the patient and the treatment approach are determined according to the prevalence of the cancer case in the patient. In this approach, known as staging, the final stage of cancer disease is considered metastasis.

How does metastasis develop?

Cancer is basically a condition in which cells, which are a natural part of the body, gain the feature of uncontrolled cell division as a result of genetic changes under the influence of various genetic and environmental factors. In this respect, the affected cells begin to multiply rapidly, while the gene structure undergoes more and more changes. As a result of these changes, the cells that gain new features cause destruction in the body tissue they are in, while they can escape from the body’s immune system and trigger the development of vascular structures in the surrounding tissues.

In particular, cancerous cells, which multiply and become tumor tissue, increase vascularity and benefit more from the body’s nutritional products and oxygen. Over time, cells that change more and more genetically acquire properties that can leave the tissues they are in, and leave the vascular tumor tissue and pass into the circulatory system.

Cancer cells in the circulation become able to attach to other tissues with new genetic changes and, depending on the characteristics of the cancer cell, they settle in these tissues by acting more selectively on different body tissues. For example, while breast cancer cells are predisposed to bone tissues; Cancer cells originating from bone tissue tend to settle more in lung tissue. As a result, cancer cells that settle in the new body tissue multiply here, form new tumor clusters and metastasis occurs.

Some types of cancer instead of blood circulation; It passes through the lymphatic vessels of the tissue from which it originates and reaches the lymph nodes primarily through the lymphatic vessels. Cancer cells that continue to proliferate here can metastasize to distant body tissues via the lymph circulation.

Some specific types of cancer, such as lymphoma (lymph cancer), can infiltrate into the bloodstream and turn into leukemia (blood cancer) instead of forming clumps of tumors. In this case, instead of forming tumor tissue, widespread cancer cells are found in the bloodstream.

What symptoms can metastasis present with?

The state of metastasis develops depending on the origin of the cancer cell, its genetic characteristics and the individual characteristics of the patient. While some types of cancer rapidly metastasize; In some cases, cancer cells are not capable of distant metastasis. However, cancers that metastasize can have very different clinical manifestations depending on the distant body tissue affected. As a result of metastasis, a clear clinical symptom may not occur in the person and the person may be diagnosed with cancer at the metastasis stage. Besides; The following symptoms may occur in a patient who develops metastases during cancer disease:

Problems such as widespread bone pain after metastasis to the bone, deformity in bones, susceptibility to fracture, constipation due to increased blood calcium and phosphorus levels, heart rhythm disorders, kidney failure

Shortness of breath, cough, chest pain, blood in the mouth, respiratory failure and various heart problems after lung metastasis

Swelling, pain, inflamed fluid in the affected body areas after metastasis to the lymph nodes

Stroke findings after metastasis to the nervous system, loss of sensation or strength in various parts of the body, loss of balance, loss of vision, loss of speech ability, personality disorders, deterioration in consciousness

Jaundice, abdominal pain, predisposition to bleeding, swelling and fluid collection in the abdomen after liver metastasis, weakness – fatigue

Damage to the affected body tissues after occlusion of the vessels by tumor cells, amputation of the limbs, heart attack or stroke development

Regardless of the body tissues affected by metastasis, cancer cells that spread in the body by metastasizing can also be followed with the following clinical symptoms:

Weakness – tiredness

Serious Weight Loss

Swelling or anatomical deformity in the affected area due to the tissue of origin

Bleeding or inflammatory fluid coming from the affected tissue

Pain felt in the affected tissue

How is metastasis diagnosed?

For the diagnosis of metastasis, patients should be carefully examined and evaluated by a specialist physician with a detailed disease history and detailed physical examination. In a patient diagnosed with cancer, the patient is evaluated with various methods at regular intervals during treatment planning. In patients who are examined for cancer for the first time, the physician may apply for examinations with additional imaging and laboratory tests. In the light of the data obtained from all these examinations, a diagnosis of metastasis can be made with cancer.

Tumor clusters developing after metastasis; Depending on the affected tissue, it can be evaluated with x-rays, computed tomography, ultrasound or magnetic resonance (MR) methods. Again, some blood tests can be useful in evaluating recurrence and metastasis, especially in previously treated cancer cases. In patients diagnosed with cancer, it is possible to examine the whole body in terms of metastatic cancer tissues with nuclear medicine methods known as PET-CT and PET-MR.

Since the diagnosis of cancer can be confirmed after biopsy examination; whether the detected metastatic tumor clusters belong to another type of cancer; or biopsy may be necessary to understand whether it is due to the first cancer case diagnosed.

What can be done in the treatment of cancer that metastasizes?

Since cancer is a broad disease definition that develops depending on various factors such as the tissue of origin, genetic structure, and personal characteristics of the patient; Treatment planning is also determined specifically for the patient. In this respect, it is not possible to talk about a single defined treatment method for cancer or metastasis.

Although metastasis is accepted as the final stage in cancer cases; It is known that effective treatment methods can be applied after metastasis in selected cases. However, the primary purpose of the treatment methods applied for metastasis in the clinical approach is to increase the patient’s quality of life and survival time. In this regard, the following methods are frequently used in a patient with metastasis:

Chemotherapy : Antibiotics developed for cancer cells are known as chemotherapy in the community. Chemotherapy drugs prevent the proliferation of cancer cells through various mechanisms, enable them to be killed or facilitate their elimination by the immune system. Chemotherapy is the first choice in metastases that cannot be removed by surgery, especially since it spreads throughout the body and causes tissue damage.

Radiotherapy : Radiotherapy method, in which X-rays are used for metastatic tissues developing in some special tissues such as bone, may be beneficial. In this method, amplified radioactive rays are sent by focusing on the cancer tissue, and as a result of a few sessions, significant regressions can be obtained in the cancer tissues.

Nuclear medicine applications : Various nuclear medicine applications aiming to kill cancer cells with the accumulation of radioactive drugs by intravenous administration to cancer tissues can be applied in selected cases.

Hormone therapy : Some special types of cancer can be treated with various hormone drugs, thanks to their sensitivity to hormones.

Immunotherapy : Immunotherapy method, which aims to improve the immune system and clear cancer cells, can be applied in some patient groups.

Interventional methods : Some special interventional methods such as radiofrequency or gamma knife can be used to remove selected metastasis tissues other than surgery.

Surgery : In some selected cases, surgical removal of metastasis tissues may be considered in order to improve the patient’s quality of life and increase survival. The method, also known as metastasectomy, can be performed in some types of cancer and in suitable patients.

If you suspect the presence of cancer, apply to the nearest health institution to be evaluated by a specialist physician.

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[stanfordswifey]

"I'll be here for you, my love"

Ford Pines x reader

You've been in the hospital for 5 years straight, your cancer developing and spreading. The tumor you had ignored had now developed and evolved, spreading to your organs, causing your stage 1 liver tumor to evolve into stage 4 metastasis.

Just yesterday the doctor walked into your room quietly, it was unusual. She had some news to break to you. "I'm afraid you only have a couple more days left. I've told you this before but its any time now, i'm sorry." You smiled at her, noticing the tear falling down her cheek and frown mentally, keeping a fake strong facade. "It's not your fault. I'm glad you tried your.best and never gavs up on me." Your hand curls into a ball under the sheet, doing your best to sray strong. The doctor left soon after, leaving you alone in the room with only your thoughts, your brain wandered 'will i tell ford?' 'Will he be okay?' 'I hope he's going to be fine without me'

You stared mindlessly at the ceiling, thoughts and memories rolling around in your mind like a film for a movie, you curse at the solidarity of your life, eventually falling asleep. You felt pathetic, worthless even, knowing that your husband too busy to even worry about you.

(You eventually fall asleep and wake up the next day)

It was another dreary day at the hospital, the sight of white boring walls and minimalistic decor making you lose your sanity by the minute, not having anything to suppress the agonizing pain you felt in your body.

-ford's pov-

"It has been a while since I last visited them at the hospital"

He murmurs, to no one but himself.

You've been gone for so long, off he visited you time to time, but ultimately focusing on the portal more and more to distract himself from worrying about you too much.

As he was working on his portal, his phone suddenly rang, causing him to jump at the sudden sound, rolling his eyes as he pushes himself away from the table (yk those chairs w wheels he basically just rolled over to the phone LMAO).

He accepts the call, ruffling his hair in frustration.

"Ford Pines here, who is this?"

"Ah, sorry, I'm doctor may here, what is your relationship to (reader)?"

He hums, fidgeting with a machine part with his fingers

"I'm their fiancé, what's wrong?"

The doctor clears her throat on the other line,

"I'm sorry to tell you, their tumor has started to spread to numerous other organs, I fear they don't have much time left.."

Ford feels his stomach drop, his hand loosening.

".."

"I suggest you get them out of the hospital and just spend time together, I'm afraid there isn't much we can do now. It's best to spend time while they're still here"

"..I see, thank you doctor."

The call ended, he immediately drops his phone and covers his face with his hands, tears falling down. They really couldn't do anything now. He didn't know what to do.

That night he spent his time sobbing, thinking of ways to help you, looking for a cure, a remedy, anything to help you, he failed miserably.

After a couple hours of thinking it over and breaking down he decided to pick you up from the hospital and spend time together, if you couldn't be there for the entirety of his life, atleast he'd be there for yours.

A/N

Hi hi!! This was shitty! I havent written anything for a while T~T please do send me some ideas/requests or if I did anything wrong plz do comment it down, also English isn't my first language so It's not perfect, this will be like 2 or 3 parts? I dont know yet but I will update :33 thank you again for reading <33

[justinspoliticalcorner]

Dean Obeidallah at The Dean's Report:

Donald Trump was NOT convicted by Joe Biden, he was NOT convicted by the Judge, he was NOT convicted by the District Attorney.  Donald Trump was convicted by a jury of his peers. A jury, I should note, that Trump was personally “very much involved” in picking per his lawyer Todd Blanche on CNN Thursday night. And that conviction happened in the state where Trump committed his crimes after a full trial that lasted more than a month where Trump was represented by a team of very experienced lawyers who presented his best defense. That is how our Constitution and criminal justice system works. There were no surprises here. As I predicted in my article before the trial began, “Trump is going to be a Convicted Felon by June." That was based on my experience as a trial lawyer and after reviewing the evidence the prosecutors had laid out in their pleadings. Common sense said that the only reason Trump paid Stormy Daniels “hush money” ten years after their affair —but just a week before the 2016 election—was to defraud voters of the truth. To that end, Trump falsified business records to conceal his illegal scheme. The jury saw the facts as they were, hence Trump was found guilty on all 34 counts and is now a CONVICTED FELON.

Yet now we see Trump and MAGA reject the jury verdict by attacking it as “rigged,” a “sham,” etc. MAGA House Speaker Mike Johnson called the verdict, “the weaponization of our justice system.”  Marco Rubio weighed in on Twitter, writing, “The verdict in New York is a complete travesty that makes a mockery of our system of justice.”  The always awful MAGA Rep. Elise Stefanik, posted, “Today’s verdict shows how corrupt, rigged, and unAmerican the weaponized justice system has become under Joe Biden and Democrats.”  Spineless Tim Scott said on CNN Thursday night, “This was certainly a hoax, a sham” with the even worse Ted Cruz stating, “This entire trial has been a sham, and it is nothing more than political persecution.” And the list goes on and on. But this is no surprise, it’s part of MAGA telling us they reject our Constitution and the foundations of our democratic Republic. After all, Trump and MAGA rejected the 2020 election results because Trump lost. They rejected the criminal justice system when they smeared the indictments against Trump as being a sham. And now they publicly reject our jury system, which is one of the cornerstones of the US Constitution as laid out in the Sixth Amendment.

The question that must be asked is given Trump and MAGA reject our elections, our criminal justice system, the rule of law and our Constitution, what exactly do they support?! The answer is simple: Convicted Felon Trump. That’s it. [...] Let me repeat what I’ve been writing and saying for months: Don’t count on the courts, the prosecutors or a jury to save us from Donald Trump. We are the only ones who can do that by coming out in huge numbers to defeat him this November. This may sound jarring but it’s the truth: MAGA is a cancer. If allowed to metastasis, it will kill our democratic Republic that so many sacrificed so much to defend. The good news though is that the cure to MAGA cancer is right in front of us. All it takes is voting in big numbers this November.

The butthurt MAGAs crying and whining about Convicted Felon Donald Trump being convicted on 34 charges for business records falsification is more proof that the extremist anti-American MAGA cult needs to be crushed at all costs.

See Also:

Vox: Why the ludicrous Republican response to Trump’s conviction matters

MMFA: MAGA media rage in response to Trump's 34 guilty verdicts

RWW: MAGA Martyrdom Machine Portrays Felon Trump as Victim, Vows Revenge

HuffPost: Right-Wingers Are Already Promising Vengeance After The Trump Verdict

Daily Kos: Republicans choose MAGA lunacy over the law after Trump's conviction

[houseofbrat]

No, I don't think it's as serious as the conclusions people are leaping to. If her cancer was actually "serious," then she would have stated that she is being "actively treated for cancer.

Oh, sorry if I’m a bit lost on this topic, but cancer experiences in my circle has been completely different from this.

I understand the point you are making. However I’ve seen many people saying that we don’t know in what stage the cancer was (I want to imagine it isn’t stage 4 since she wouldn’t have used ‘preventative’ chemo term, she should have used ‘chemotherapy’ term since it would have meant it was already metastasized and preventative wouldn’t be the case) and that she at the end ‘has’ cancer because doctors don’t know if she still has cancer cells on her body, so they will mop op those who remain and the doctors can’t see.

I’ve seen other people talking on their experience and saying that they went to surgery and only after it, it was detected the person has stage 3-4 cancer, is that possible? Or when you have a more advanced cancer it’s more visible with PET scans and other medical tests? Like I don’t understand or can’t comprehend how some doctors can’t see a stage 4 cancer in some organ if that would mean it was already in other organs, or how that works?

[previous ask]

A general overview of cancer (TNM) staging is described in detail here.

T = tumor, which can be staged 0 through 5 (depending upon organ/location). N = lymph node, has it spread to the lymph nodes? What kind of lymph nodes? Sentinel node, group of nodes, several groups of nodes? M = metastasis, yes or no

Specific staging numbers and letters varies based on where the primary tumor is located. Stage 3 or 4 cancer is unquestionably visible on imaging. Stage 4 is usually metastatic cancer, where lymph nodes have been affected. (Except for testicular cancer, which I understand no longer stages up to the number 4 because it has a 99% cure rate in the US.) This is when there are visible lesions on imaging, and surgeons can see tissue abnormalities during surgery with certain kinds of equipment.

Stage 0 is when no actual tumor/mass is found; it is also known as in situ, where abnormal cells in a single tissue layer have not formed a mass.

Consider Kate's statement:

“In January, I underwent major abdominal surgery in London and at the time, it was thought that my condition was non-cancerous. The surgery was successful. However, tests after the operation found cancer had been present. My medical team therefore advised that I should undergo a course of preventative chemotherapy and I am now in the early stages of that treatment."

Masses usually tend to be visible on imaging because radiographic imaging is very good these days. Even though she didn't mention it, she likely had pre-op imaging of some sort, probably a CT scan (with or without contrast). As Dr. Reiner mentioned on CNN, they would have known IF she had any suspect masses in her abdomen prior to surgery. They don't just cut people open and take a look under the hood. If the surgeons noted any abnormalities during the surgery, they would have told Kate after the surgery about those abnormalities and informed her the final results would be determined after testing by pathology.

If she didn't have any visible masses on imaging and if Kate isn't saying that her surgeons informed her of suspicious tissue post-op and they only "found cancer had been present" after pathology, then--based on her own statements--it sounds as if her "cancer" is in situ or stage 0.

As for how other people go through cancer screening or surgery and find out they are stage 3 or 4, well, that gets into how different people's biology grows cancer at different rates.

The below image is taken from a screen shot from Vinay Prasad's video on mammography, which I previously posted here. Vinay Prasad is a hematologist-oncologist (cancer doctor).

In this graphic, you see four trajectories with four different animals associated--bird, bear, turtle, snail. There is a red vertical line noting "screening detects cancer." There are two dotted gray lines. The top one notes "size at which cancer causes death" while the one below the bear (and the word "slow") says "size at which cancer causes symptoms."

The four trajectory animals:

Bird: fast growing cancer

Bear: slow growing cancer

Turtle: very slow growing cancer

Snail: non-progressive cancer

The example where you are describing, "I’ve seen other people talking on their experience and saying that they went to surgery and only after it, it was detected the person has stage 3-4 cancer," is a fast growing cancer. A "bird" "in the graphic above. Those kind of cancers are almost impossible to treat. It can be difficult for people with those kind of cancers to make it to the five-year survival rate no matter what kinds of treatments are used.

Charles probably has a "bear" type of cancer. Slow growing but detectable, which is why I suspect he's going to be okay. You can read some urologist comments from reddit here, which I previously posted. It's likely that Charles is being treated for bladder cancer, which was found after his benign prostatic hypertrophy (BPH) procedure. It's not uncommon to find bladder cancer during BPH procedures.

Kate--based on her own statements--sounds as if she has either a "turtle" or a "snail." If cancer wasn't suspected at all prior to her surgery, then it's likely that what she has currently would pose no immediate threat to her or in the near future. She could have waited six months and been re-evaluated. Instead, it sounds as if she is already napalming her own body with "preventative chemotherapy." A treatment she likely doesn't need but can afford because she has "the best doctors." It sounds more like over-treatment and carries serious risks.

You can read more about over-treatment & over-diagnosis in cancer in the following two articles.

While conventional wisdom holds that early diagnosis is good, H. Gilbert Welch, a professor of medicine and director of the Center for Medicine and the Media at the Dartmouth Institute for Health Policy and Clinical Practice, views it as a major problem for modern medicine, with myriad social, medical, and economic implications. In his new book, Overdiagnosed: Making People Sick in the Pursuit of Health (Beacon Press, 2011), Welch and coauthors Lisa Schwartz and Steven Woloshin write about the hazards of looking too hard for illnesses in healthy people, including additional procedures that carry no benefit, but may cause harm, higher health care costs, and psychological detriments.

Over a decade ago, Welch started looking into the effects of mass screening programs for cancer that have emerged around the globe. These programs take otherwise healthy people and subject them to tests to find out whether they have lumps and bumps that may be malignant. This is different from using ultrasounds or other technologies to diagnose people at risk of a disease or who have symptoms that require investigation. It's the type of preemptive screening that so many celebrities advocate. Welch found something surprising: in many cases, screening wasn't actually helping people or saving lives. The programs were turning healthy people into cancer patients unnecessarily, leading them to needless treatment and hospitalization, creating clubs of "cancer survivors" who actually would have lived even if their cancers were left untouched.

[darkmaga-retard]

2019 Study Highlights IVM Cancer Treatment Benefits

Justus R. Hope

Aug 19, 2024

EGFR - Epidermal Growth Factor Receptor - Drives Resistant Lung, Brain, Breast, & Prostate Cancers

In June 2019, well before anyone had heard of COVID-19, a Chinese group of researchers wrote about the massive anti-cancer benefits of Ivermectin, a drug which at that moment in time, enjoyed an untarnished reputation of safety and excellence in treating parasitic diseases. Moreover, IVM could also be repositioned for a role in cancer treatment.

This team astutely found that Ivermectin could restore sensitivity in cases of chemotherapy-resistant cancer.

Why is this important?

Because 90% of cancer deaths are related to drug resistance.

If we could defeat drug resistance, we could defeat cancer. If we could consistently restore cancer drug sensitivity by adding a repurposed medication like Ivermectin, we could change the world.

Dr. Lu Jiang and colleagues were the first to show that Ivermectin could reduce or eliminate multi-drug resistance in cancer treatment in vivo - that is in a living organism. While many studies can show an effect against cancer cells in a test tube or in vitro, it is far more significant to show a benefit in the human being or the living animal.

The research team found that Ivermectin could powerfully reverse chemotherapy drug resistance specifically by blocking the EGFR pathway which could improve cancer treatment outcomes.

First, let us review why EGF - epidermal growth factor - is so crucial to control if we are to cure cancer. EGF and its receptor EGFR strongly promote metastasis and cancer spread.

[virtualelectronicshub]

Surgical Options in Cancer Treatment: Procedures and Recovery

Cancer surgery is a common and effective way to treat many types of cancer and the specialist who does these surgeries is a Surgical Oncologist.

Surgery involves removal of tumor and some surrounding healthy tissue to prevent the cancer from spreading or coming back. Surgery can also help diagnose, stage the type of cancer and will help in suggesting further treatment if needed based on staging of cancer (tumor, node, metastasis) and relieving symptoms of cancer.

Biopsy of the surgical specimen will be sent to Pathology and Depending on the report Oncologist may suggest further treatment.

Surgery will determine the following:

If you have cancer

Where the cancer is located

If it has spread or is affecting other organs in the body

Surgery can be performed in a doctor's office, clinic, surgery centre, or hospital. Where you go depends on the type of surgery and how much time you need to heal. Your surgery may require medication to block the awareness of pain, called anaesthesia. There are different types of anaesthesia depending on the type and extent of the surgery.

Types of Surgery

There are different types of surgery for cancer treatment, depending on the type, location, and stage of the cancer, as well as the patient’s preferences and overall health. Some of the most common types of surgery are:

Open surgery: This is the traditional type of surgery that uses a scalpel to make a large incision in the skin and access the tumour. Open surgery can remove large or deep tumours, but it may also cause more pain, scarring, and longer recovery time.

Minimally invasive surgery: This is a type of surgery that uses small instruments and tiny incisions to remove the tumour. Minimally invasive surgery can include laparoscopic surgery (using a thin tube with a light and camera) or robotic surgery (using a computer-controlled device). Minimally invasive surgery can reduce pain, bleeding, infection, and recovery time, but it may not be suitable for all types of tumours.

Specialised surgery: This is a type of surgery that uses special techniques or devices to destroy or remove cancer cells. Specialised surgery can include cryosurgery (using extreme cold), electrosurgery (using electric current), laser surgery (using light beams), or Mohs surgery (removing thin layers of skin cancer). Specialised surgery can be more precise, less invasive, or more effective for certain types of cancers.

Recovery from Surgery

The recovery from surgery depends on many factors, such as the type and extent of the surgery, the patient’s age and health status, and the possible complications or side effects. Some common aspects of recovery are:

Pain management: The patient may experience pain or discomfort after the surgery, which can be relieved by medication, ice packs, relaxation techniques, or other methods.

Wound care: The patient may need to keep the surgical site clean and dry, change dressings, apply ointment, or avoid certain activities to prevent infection or bleeding.

Physical therapy: The patient may need to do exercises or stretches to improve mobility, strength, or range of motion after the surgery. Physical therapy can also help prevent blood clots, swelling, or lymphedema (fluid buildup).

Follow-up care: The patient may need to have regular check-ups with the surgeon or oncologist to monitor the healing process, remove stitches or drains, test for signs of cancer recurrence, or adjust the treatment plan.

Surgery is an important option for many people with cancer. It can help cure, control, or improve the quality of life for patients with different types of cancers. However, surgery also has some risks and limitations that need to be discussed with the doctor before making a decision.

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[mia-studyhaus]

Article Review - What Is Cancer?

Here is my summary/reflection on this article:

1. The explanation about cancer is presented in a simple manner, by showing the difference between normal cells and abnormal cells in terms of the cell cycle. There are two types of cancers mentioned: solid (form masses) and blood (accumulate in blood).

2. The development from primary cancer to metastasis and their effects on nearby cells as well as the other parts of the body was shown.

3. Cancer has been becoming more common in recent years due to a variety of reasons. Genetic (People are surviving and living longer — likely that genes for cancer are being passed down across generations and that cell damage accumulates over age). Environmental (UV radiation, exposure to harmful chemicals, ionizing radiation). Lifestyle (Excessive smoking and consumption of alcohol, physical inactivity, diet)

4. Cancer is one of the leading causes of death in the world. However, these days, more options are available for treatment other than radiotherapy or surgical removal. Chemotherapy and biologics (immunotherapy, hormonal cure, antibody therapy) are new developments. The current methods are also being improved to be more precise and minimally invasive. Most interesting to read was CAR T-cell therapy, where the body’s own immune system can be programmed to kill cancer cells. After the pandemic, mRNA technology (nanoparticle delivery) has also been considered exploring as an option. AI is also a possibility in the sphere of diagnosis, modelling and treatment schemes.

5. In the last 40 years, survival rates have improved for many cancers. Yet, some types still see high mortality. Survival rates also depend on a combination of genetic, environmental, monetary and situational factors.

In conclusion, this article is a good start for anyone who wants to understand what cancer is. It can also serve as an introduction for students learning biology and medicine topics in schools.

Disclaimer: This is purely a concise reflection on the points presented in the article. These are not my opinions at all. I am only posting knowledge.

[sekhithefops]

Thoughts: Healing Magic in the WoW universe and Cancer.

Hello everyone.

Let me ask a question.

How many of us, when life gets rough and painful, like to imagine our Azerothian counterparts from Warcraft sorting the situation out? Its a fun little coping mechanism isn't it?

Day been rough and stressful? Nice to think of getting a big hug from a pandaren.

Having to deal with someone at a job you'd really rather not? Isn't it just great to imagine a big burly orc knocking their lights out?

And when tragedy strikes us or our loved ones in the form of injury or illness... I think we've all wished for a world where our Priests, Shaman, Paladins, and the rest could help us heal them haven't we?

Oh for a world where the cure to our ills was a simple prayer to the Light, a whispered service to the Elements, or what have you...

Anyways... someone close to me, I'll leave out who in particular out of respect for their privacy, received some horrible news today. A close family member has been diagnosed with cancer.

As I suggested above, my first thought is... yep... I wish Sekhi or Nitika or any of my other WoW characters could swoop in and save the day with some magic.

But after the news had sunk in my overactive imagination kept going and... well... a new thought popped into my head concerning the nature of cancer.

You see... cancer isn't an injury or illness per se... cancer is when your own body turns against itself.

A Brief Aside on the Nature of Cancer

To quote the NCI or National Cancer Institute:

"Cancer is a disease in which some of the body’s cells grow uncontrollably and spread to other parts of the body. 

Cancer can start almost anywhere in the human body, which is made up of trillions of cells. Normally, human cells grow and multiply (through a process called cell division) to form new cells as the body needs them. When cells grow old or become damaged, they die, and new cells take their place.

Sometimes this orderly process breaks down, and abnormal or damaged cells grow and multiply when they shouldn’t. These cells may form tumors, which are lumps of tissue. Tumors can be cancerous or not cancerous (benign). 

Cancerous tumors spread into, or invade, nearby tissues and can travel to distant places in the body to form new tumors (a process called metastasis). Cancerous tumors may also be called malignant tumors. Many cancers form solid tumors, but cancers of the blood, such as leukemias, generally do not.

Benign tumors do not spread into, or invade, nearby tissues. When removed, benign tumors usually don’t grow back, whereas cancerous tumors sometimes do. Benign tumors can sometimes be quite large, however. Some can cause serious symptoms or be life threatening, such as benign tumors in the brain."

You can see the full article on this here.

This in turn made me think of something else.

I've been a visitor to Azeroth since before World of Warcraft existed and I've picked up quite a bit of lore as the huge mountain of fanfiction Adventures in Azeroth may have hinted.

If you read it.

You should really read it, I put a lot of work into it.

Moving on... it made me think of, in particular... the Forsaken, and how they show that healing magic is not always a good thing.

Forsaken and the Light

The Forsaken's relationship with the Light is not a very good one. In WoW cannon there are only two Forsaken characters who canonically use the Light at all even!

These two are the Archbishop Alonsus Faol, who priests would remember meeting during Legion...

And, of course, the newest member of the Forsaken. Former Princess of Lordaeron turned into the only known Lightforged Undead, Calia Menethil.

Canonically, any other Forsaken priests are Shadow priests rather than Holy or Discipline. This is going all the way back to the original World of Warcraft lore back at release. The Forsaken can use the Light for gameplay reasons, but there's a very good reason they don't in the actual canon.

You see, it has to do with the fact that they're undead.

The Forsaken exist in a state of sensory depravation, but in their case its a good thing.

Their bodies are dead. Their flesh is rotten and putrefied. Their teeth are moldy. Their skin flaking away to expose bone and nerve endings.

Normally a Forsaken heals themselves by consuming humanoid bodies or by things like Warlock Health Stones or Drain Life... but the Light does something horrible to the Forsaken.

It allows them to feel again, and they don't like it!

Being healed by the Light undoes the sensory depravation that the Forsaken experience, allowing them to taste the rot in their mouths, feel the exposed bone and nerve endings in their flesh, become acutely aware of their rotten forms, even when its used to heal them!

It may happen if a Druid or Shaman uses their powers to heal them, I don't know, but for a Priest or Paladin it is guaranteed. The ONLY known exceptions being Faol and Menethil as I mentioned above.

Which brings us back to the main topic.

Cancer isn't an invasive force like a virus or bacteria or a physical injury like a cut or bruise. Its the victim's body turned against itself.

Would a healing spell make the cancer go away... or would it "heal" the cancerous cells themselves?

A. Healing Magic Would Make the Cancer Worse

Since the cancer is part of the victim gone out of control, its possible that a healing spell would treat the cancer the same as it would the host.

Best case scenario, it cancels itself out and nothing changes.

Worst case scenario, the cancer cells become empowered and multiply faster!

It would make sense that there must be limits to healing magic in Azeroth or else why would anyone ever die?

Cancer and conditions like it could be among those limits. Healing magic would heal the victim's body, but since cancer is the victim's body... well, yeah.

B. Of Course it'd Help! Its MAGIC!

Its also possible that it could, well, just work because its magic. It breaks the laws of reality and nature simply by the fact that you can use it AT ALL!

A druid flexes her body and suddenly she's a panther. A mage gestures and his foe explodes in a burst of flames. A warlock grabs and pulls at the air and a hole rips in reality to allow their hellish minions entry.

In this situation, cancer would be the same as any other malady to a healer. They do their magical wand waving and POP all better, that'll be a 20,000 gold copay please.

C. Magic Could Help... but it'll be Messy.

Maybe, it'd take both an offensive spellcaster AND a healer.

What if a Mage's control over fire could cauterize away the cancer cells in a manner akin to radiation treatment, and a shaman or priest could then heal the burns that left?

Of course, spells like that would rely on line of sight... which would make this effectively arcane surgery. Someone would have to (ahem) allow for the mage to SEE the cancer to target it... as in, they'd have to cut the patient open so the mage could aim his spells properly. This would mean that the healer would have to also pull double duty as life support, which would in turn require them to control their healing magic as precisely as possible so that they don't accidentally go too far and close the incision the mage needs to attack the offending tumors!

But yes, this is simply a thought I had today and I felt was worth sharing. My mind does go on some weird tangents sometimes doesn't it?

I do hope we have some good news about the aforementioned cancer patient that sparked this line of thought, but... well, only time will tell there. At least I have something to distract myself from that line of thinking.

[ag-shers]

sort of related to my last post but speaking of mentioning cancer, i dont think i updated my situation here

when i went back to my oncologist i essentially found out that while my scans didnt look anywhere near as bas as i thought, i'm being considered stage 4

theres a lymph node in my mediastinum that apparently is suspicious but as of now is only about 1cm

the whole reason im considered stage 4 is because with the spots they saw on my lungs, while they couldve been scar tissue from being sick, they also were thought to be metastasis. i'm not sure if we can confirm anymore but my lungs look good so that's all i care about

their goal now clearly isnt curing me but preventing the cancer from spreading as long as they can but rn i appear to be stable so hopefully new medications will help

[biopharmaceuticalindustry]

The Rapidly Evolving Landscape of Cancer Therapeutics

Introduction

Cancer is considered as a common name to address a large group comprising more than 100 diseases affecting several parts of the body. All cancers show common characteristics such as the uncontrolled growth and proliferation of abnormal cells, infiltrating and spreading to different tissues and organs throughout the body, and destroying the normal cells and tissues. Cancer can begin in the epithelial tissue and is known as carcinomas, and when it begins in the connective or supportive tissue, they are called sarcomas. The blood cancers are known as leukemias, and when it begins in the plasma cells, they are known as myeloma. If the cancer begins in the lymphatic system, they are known as lymphoma, and if the cancer begins in the brain or spinal cord, they are known as cancers of the central nervous system. Cancers at the initial stages are currently considered as curable, and recurrent/metastatic cancers are considered chronic and difficult to manage, and needs multimodal therapies.

Molecular characterisation

The advancements in molecular characterisation of the disease, examining cancer at the molecular level, have resulted in the classification of a large number of cancer subtypes, and the current cancer therapies are also based on the cancer subtype, along with the stage and grade of the cancer. For example, in the case of colorectal cancer, the assessment of MMR status, KRAS,BRAF, and NRAS gene mutations, as well as the HER2/neu status to precisely identify the subtype, is considered indispensable for selecting the appropriate effective therapeutic approaches.

Multiple lines of therapy

Significant advancements have been made in cancer treatment modalities, resulting in the therapeutic continuum of care strategy with multiple lines of therapy leading to progression-free survival or cure in a large number of patients. The combinatorial strategies include surgery, chemotherapy, radiotherapy, targeted and biological therapy, as well as immunotherapy. For example, there have been limited treatment options for type II endometrial carcinoma, such as surgery, radiation, hormonal therapy, and the standard first-line chemotherapy with paclitaxel and carboplatin. The second-line chemotherapy in advanced/recurrent cancer utilised hormonal therapy, doxorubicin, and cisplatin without much benefits.

Currently, the advancements in therapeutic techniques resulted in several options in advanced/recurrent endometrial carcinoma after the treatment with surgery, adjuvant radiation or newer targeted brachytherapy, and neoadjuvant or adjuvant first-line chemotherapy with carboplatin and newer liposomal formulation of paclitaxel. The therapies include cytoreductive surgery plus hyperthermic intraperitoneal chemotherapy (HIPEC) for peritoneal metastasis, or cytoreductive surgery alone for advanced cancer, targeted biological therapy with antiangiogenic agents such as bevacizumab, mTOR inhibitors, and trastuzumab for HER2/neupositive cancer. The estrogen receptor and progesterone receptor (ER/PR) positive cancer can be managed with hormonal therapy such as tamoxifen. The second line chemotherapy has been almost replaced with immunotherapy utilising programmed cell death protein 1 (PD-1) inhibitor pembrolizumab or dostarlimab for mismatch repair deficient (dMMR)/ microsatellite instability-high (MSI-H) advanced cancer and pembrolizumab in combination with the multiple tyrosine kinase inhibitor lenvatinib for proficient mismatch repair (pMMR)/ microsatellite stable (MSS) advanced cancer, altogether resulting in a significant progression-free survival with a possibility of cure in several cancer patients.

Advancements in surgical techniques

Surgery is considered even now as the first line therapy in several types of cancers, but the advancements in surgical techniques, such as minimally invasive and precision surgery with the assistance of artificial intelligence, robotic techniques, and advanced molecular imaging, make it highly effective and minimises the side effects/complications after surgery. Surgical technique is also considered indispensable in the treatment of metastatic and advanced cancers, such as debulking or cytoreductive surgery, and can also be utilised along with specialised chemotherapy, such as the HIPEC in the case of peritoneal surface malignancies, which is considered a curative approach for the hitherto fatal disease.

Advancements in chemotherapy

Chemotherapy has improved significantly with the introduction of newer drugs, improved dosage regimens, targeted formulations, adjuvant and neoadjuvant administration, as well as combinatorial therapeutic strategies. An example of a novel delivery system is the widely used liposomal formulation of paclitaxel, which improves efficacy with a reduction in the side effects of chemotherapy. Chemotherapy can be administered during surgery in the hyperthermic form as HIPEC for the treatment of peritoneal surface malignancies, and the novel drug delivery system, pressurised intraperitoneal aerosol chemotherapy (PIPAC) is under development as a neoadjuvant treatment before cytoreductive surgery for the treatment of peritoneal metastasis. An example of newer combinatorial therapies includes the recent approval of dostarlimab-gxly along with paclitaxel and carboplatin for endometrial cancer. Another example is the recent approval of tipiracil and trifluridine along with bevacizumab for the treatment of metastatic colorectal cancer.

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[my-healing-mate]

Metastasis: Detection, Treatment, and Coping Strategies

Introduction

Metastasis occurs when cancer spreads from its original site to other parts of the body. This typically happens when cancer cells break away from the primary tumor and travel through the bloodstream or lymphatic system, which transports fluids throughout the body. These cells can then form new tumors in distant locations, such as the lungs, liver, and bones.

What is Metastasis?

Metastasis usually develops in areas far from the original cancer site. Under a microscope, metastatic cancer cells look similar to the primary cancer cells. Almost all types of cancer have the potential to metastasize. The most common cancers that metastasize are those of the lungs, colon, rectum, pancreas, and breast. Metastasis can occur in various locations, including the bone, liver, lung, skin, muscle, peritoneum, and brain.

The Process of Metastasis

Metastasis in cancer happens in several steps:

The tumor increases in size and invades nearby tissues.

Cancer cells enter the walls of the lymphatic system and blood vessels.

These cells multiply rapidly, infiltrate the vessels' walls, and spread into surrounding tissues.

The cells continue to proliferate until a small tumor forms in the new tissue.

New blood vessels grow to nourish the developing tumor.

While many metastatic cells die at some point, those that survive continue to grow in their new locations.

As long as conditions remain favorable, these cells will form small tumors in other body parts.

Factors Influencing Metastasis

While metastasis is a hallmark of cancer, the factors influencing it are not fully understood. Several studies have been conducted to explore these factors. Cancer cells interact with different proteins and cells in the body when they spread to new areas. Understanding these interactions helps us recognize the characteristics of metastatic cells. These cells change due to DNA alterations or behavioral and environmental shifts.

Common Sites of Metastasis

Different cancers have distinct patterns of metastasis and can spread to various areas. For example:

Bladder cancer: bone, liver, and lungs.

Breast cancer: bone, brain, liver, and lung.

Colon cancer: liver, lungs, and peritoneum (lining of the abdominal cavity).

Kidney cancer: adrenal gland, bone, brain, liver, and lungs.

Stomach cancer: liver, lungs, and peritoneum.

Detecting and Monitoring Metastasis

Early cancer detection increases treatment effectiveness and reduces mortality rates. Screening for cancer helps prevent the spread and metastasis to other body parts. Various screening methods include:

Pap smears for cervical cancer.

Skin scrapings for skin cancer.

Colonoscopy for colorectal cancer.

Mammograms for breast cancer.

If you have a family history of cancer, early screening is advisable. Recognizing symptoms such as unexpected weight loss, fever, fatigue, pain, night sweats, digestive changes, and cough can be beneficial. Routine blood tests and medical imaging can help detect and monitor metastasis, keeping it under control with appropriate treatment.

Treatment Approaches for Metastatic Cancer

Treating cancer becomes more challenging once it spreads. Treatment options vary depending on the cancer type and its response to therapy. Treatment plans are based on the primary cancer site, not the metastasis location. Factors affecting treatment include metastasis site, previous treatment history, age, and overall health.

Treatment options include surgery, chemotherapy, radiation therapy, immunotherapy, hormonal therapy, and palliative care. Palliative treatment is often given alongside other treatments to all cancer patients.

Sometimes, the goal is to slow down metastasis rather than achieve a cure. In other cases, the focus is on symptom management and improving quality of life.

Coping with Metastatic Cancer

A metastatic cancer diagnosis brings numerous challenges and emotions. It's normal to feel upset, angry, sad, and scared. Acknowledge your feelings and seek support from loved ones for emotional comfort. Talking to a counselor or joining support groups can help you cope. Besides medical treatments, self-care is crucial. Engage in activities that bring you joy and peace. Remember, you are not alone. With medical advancements, treating cancer spread is possible. Although it may be more challenging, the latest medical management can provide positive results for metastasis.

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[molecheck]

Skin Deep Safety: How Early Skin Cancer Detection Can Help With Prevention

Early identification with skin cancer detection increases the chance of a successful course of therapy and improves results by enabling quick medical intervention. When skin cancer is discovered in its early stages as opposed to its advanced stages, it is frequently easier to cure and may need fewer drastic measures.

Higher survival rates are linked to early identification with a skin malignancy check. Healthcare practitioners and organisations contribute to lowering the incidence of skin cancer and improving public health outcomes by raising awareness of the disease and supporting screening programmes. Most forms of skin cancer, particularly melanoma, have a good prognosis when detected and treated early on, with an increased chance of long-term survival and a decreased chance of metastasis, or the spread of the disease to other areas of the body.

Prevention of Illness Development and Its Impact on Community Health

To lower their chance of developing another skin cancer in the future, patients with the initial stages of skin cancer can benefit from counselling on sun protection, lifestyle changes, and routine skin exams.

Patients may rest easy knowing that their physicians are actively monitoring the health of their skin and taking proactive measures to identify and treat any suspicious abnormalities or lesions thanks to routine skin cancer tests and early detection.

The general avoidance and management of skin cancer in a community is aided by early detection programmes and public health campaigns that promote sun safety behaviours, encourage routine skin checks, and increase knowledge of skin cancer risk factors.

Monitoring Evolution With Customised Suggestions

Healthcare professionals can monitor changes in lesions, moles, or other abnormalities of the skin over time by doing routine skin malignancy screenings. It is possible to detect possible warning indicators of skin cancer or malignant disorders and choose the best course of treatment by keeping an eye on alterations to size, shape, colour, or texture.

Healthcare professionals can make individualised advice for sunscreen use, lifestyle changes, and follow-up treatment based on the results of a skin malignancy check. Patients who get personalised suggestions are better able to maintain good skin health and reduce their chance of acquiring skin cancer.

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[euronoxxmedicalgroup]

Sharing Life-Changing Tips to Empower Our Community in the Fight Against Breast Cancer in the UK!

Breast cancer is a subject that deeply affects many of us. With over 55,900 people diagnosed with breast cancer in the UK every year, we cannot ignore the need for action.

It's time for us to come together as a community and empower ourselves with knowledge and resources to combat this prevalent disease.

One key fact to remember is that early detection is key!

Over 90% of breast cancer cases have an early-stage inflammation at the time of diagnosis.

However, among them, around 25% will finally break down to distant metastasis. This alarming statistic highlights the urgency to take proactive steps to reduce the risk of recurrence and prevent the disease from progressing.

Welcome Diverse & Inclusive Change: Join the Movement to Prevent Breast Cancer!

The journey that begins with a breast cancer diagnosis is one filled with uncertainty, fear, and a profound desire for empowerment and control.

Many patients seek information from various sources on behaviours that may reduce the risk of cancer recurrence.

It's a path that's not just about physical health but also about regaining sensible knowledge gain and practice.

Let's Free the Grip From Breast Cancer!

In this hunt for knowledge and empowerment, the influence of Prevent Breast Cancer, a dedicated UK charity, looms large. This organisation has committed itself to raising awareness, focusing on prediction and prevention, and ultimately striving for a world free from the grip of breast cancer.

Prevent Breast Cancer in its unwavering focus on prevention rather than solely on finding a cure. They understand that early detection is the key, and that belief is something we wholeheartedly support at Euronoxx Medical.

We stand behind the initiatives that drive early diagnosis, screening, and promoting vital lifestyle changes. We firmly believe that we can prevent the problem before it even begins, and we are ready to champion behavioural interventions to make that vision a reality.

Now is the time for our community to come together and act!

Established in the limelight of the battle against breast cancer, as the leading Medical Group in the UK for spreading awareness of breast cancer prevention, Euronoxx Medical is fully committed to supporting Prevent Breast Cancer and their tireless efforts.

We implore you to stand with us in endorsing our advanced medical equipment and devices, such as the Koning Breast CT scanning machine to install in your charity hub. 

This Koning breast CT FDA-approved scanning machine is a standard 3D isotropic breast imaging test often used to clarify breast tomosynthesis through screening procedure and has no compression of breasts, no pain and minimum radiation exposure for early detection and prevention. It can show a positive change in the battle against breast cancer.

Please don't hesitate to get in touch with us if you have any questions or concerns. Let's rally together to form a community that is informed, empowered, and united in our resolve to eradicate breast cancer. Join us today and take your place in the movement to shape a future free from the shadows of breast cancer. Together, we can effect change and make a tangible difference.

As we march forward, let's stand together as a flare of faith, knowledge, and strength. Let's affirm our commitment to preventing breast cancer and shaping a healthier future for all. Join us in this vital mission - together, we can create a world where breast cancer is a thing of the past.

Actual Change We Intended To Impose in The UK by 2025

From today and 2025, we're:

Doing intense attention to breast screening and encouraging women above 40 must conduct breast screening regularly.

Searching for innovation to find new methodologies for better patient outcomes.

Advocating for easy access to effective breast screening in the UK.

Encourage women to conduct regular exercise to mitigate the risk of breast cancer.  

Spreading awareness on radiation-induced breast cancer prevalence and mortality from digital mammography screening!

Last but not least, Introducing Koning 3D Breast CT Imaging medical device for screening of breast health check.  

Conduct awareness programs for " Early detection could save lives & improves intervention "

We are dedicated to creating a future where breast cancer is a chapter of history, not a part of our present.

Today is your chance to become part of this transformative activity.

[drmsskeerthi]

When Should You See An Oncologist? Do All Cancers Require Surgery?

Cancer, a terrifying opponent in the realm of human health, continues to test the boundaries of medical science due to its intricate nature and the wide spectrum of variations seen across individuals and tumor types. The comprehension of cancer complications and the vital roles played by oncologists are consummate for effectively maneuvering through the complex pathways of cancer care. From the original stages of diagnosis through treatment modalities and ongoing management, the symbiotic relationship between patients and oncologists remains vital in casting personalized and impactful strategies against this complaint. Let’s explore this guide under the guidance of the best oncologist surgeon in Hyderabad Dr. M.S.S. Keerthi.

Understanding Cancer and Oncologists:

Cancer is indeed a multifaceted complaint that can affect varied organs and systems in the body. It’s represented by uncontrolled cell excrescency that can invade surrounding organs and spread to distant organs, a process known as metastasis. Oncologists are specialized physicians trained in diagnosing and treating cancer utilizing a range of tools and remedies.

Types of Oncologists:

Medical Oncologists: These specialists concentrate on using systemic treatments similar to chemotherapy, targeted remedies, and immunotherapy. They work closely with patients to manage side effects and adjust treatment plans as required.

Surgical Oncologists: These experts are professed to perform surgical procedures to remove tumors and affected organs. They may also perform biopsies to confirm cancer diagnoses.

Radiation Oncologists: They specialize in using high-energy radiation rays to destroy cancer cells and shrink excrescences. They unite with other oncologists to integrate radiation remedies into comprehensive treatment plans.

When to Consult an Oncologist?

Consulting an oncologist is crucial at different stages of the cancer journey:

Diagnosis After a suspicious finding on imaging or biopsy, consulting an oncologist helps confirm the diagnosis and determine the extent of the condition( stage).

Treatment Planning Oncologists consider various factors, including cancer type, stage, inheritable markers, and overall health, to tailor treatment plans. They may also unite with other specialists in a multidisciplinary team.

Follow-up Care Even after completing original treatments, regular follow-ups with an oncologist are essential for monitoring for recurrence or managing long-term side effects.

What Will Your Oncologist Do?

Oncologists provide comprehensive care throughout the treatment process:

Diagnostic Workup: This includes reviewing medical history, conducting physical examinations, arranging imaging experiments( like CT scans, MRIs, PET scans), and performing biopsies as required.

Treatment Recommendations: Based on individual findings, oncologists project substantiated treatment regimens which may carry surgery, chemotherapy, radiation remedy, immunotherapy, hormone remedy, or a combination of these.

Supportive Care: Oncologists also address symptom management, supply emotional support, and conciliate care with other healthcare providers such as nutritionists, physical therapists, and counselors.

Surgery and Cancer Treatment:

Surgical interventions play a crucial role in cancer treatment:

Primary Treatment Surgery may be the primary treatment for localized cancers, especially if they’re exploitable and haven’t spread significantly.

Adjuvant or Neoadjuvant remedy In some cases, surgery is followed by more treatments like chemotherapy or radiation therapy( adjuvant therapy) to target any remaining cancer cells. The neoadjuvant remedy is given before surgery to shrink excrescences or enhance surgical outcomes.

Palliative Surgery For advanced cancers, surgery may be performed to palliate symptoms or enhance the quality of life, indeed if a cure isn’t possible.

Do All Cancers Need Surgery?

While surgery is a cornerstone of cancer treatment, not all cancers require surgical intervention immediately or at all:

Indispensable Treatments Some cancers respond well to nonsurgical treatments like chemotherapy, targeted remedy, immunotherapy, or radiation remedy.

Advanced Stages Advanced cancers or those with metastasis frequently bear a multimodal approach combining surgery with other treatments for optimal issues.

Individualized Approach Treatment opinions consider factors similar to excrescence position, size, inheritable factors, overall health, and case preferences.

In essence, the collaboration between patients, oncologists, and multidisciplinary teams ensures substantiated and effective cancer care. As Dr. MSS Keerthi highlights, understanding the roles of different oncologists, the timing of consultations, treatment options beyond surgery, and the evolving landscape of cancer care, individuals can navigate their cancer journey with knowledge and confidence. Always remember, that seeking timely medical advice and staying informed are crucial steps in managing cancer effectively.

[mire-7viii]

dramatically worrying bout sick mom under cut am not sober so im being courteous! ♡♡♡

so like my mom can see the results of scan and bloodtests upcoming monday but her doctor can't see her until the week after because this was all very sudden and she's booked.

but the kicker is, my mom doesn't want to take a look without her doc present.

and i get it because she may not understand the result and make it worse for herself mentally

but fuckkkk i want to know. i research just fine. im a masters in university and knew my meds better than my psychiatrist, i know google. i know to be sceptical of stuff online but also to realise what bit is right

fuckk mom i need to know.

i cant believe this is the third time im overreacting and imagining her death.

fuck time she got diagnosed i went

"oh... this it? what do i do... no?! partial mastectomy and chemo?! and she's cured, yes! please recover mama mwah"

then: "metastasis....? oh so now I really have to think about.... oh, but with life-long care she'll be okay? great!"

and now she had that new bump and I'm figuratively back by my desk reaching for my envelope with emergency and care plans going like "... do I get them this time?"

and it's all that worry over a big zit or something. I'm overreacting anf i hate it. so i just wanna know already fuck. mom mwah stop being silly.

[veritascancercare]

GastroIntestinal Cancer (GI) and A Study On The Exemplary Cancer Therapy In Chennai

Gastrointestinal Cancer or gastric cancer is the cancer that develops along the lining of the GI tract, i.e. starting from the esophagus to the anus. It also includes cancers in the organs such as the stomach, large and small intestine, pancreas, colon, liver, rectum, anus, and biliary system.

It is the fourth most commonly diagnosed form of cancer and second in the leading cause of death. One of the primary reasons for the latter is due to the fact that it is generally asymptomatic and hence it is nearly impossible to detect the tumors as they develop in the early stages.

Only when the tumors are at a relatively advanced stage, the symptoms begin to appear. The most commonly noticeable symptoms are:

Bloody or dark stools

Difficulty swallowing

Jaundice (yellowing of the eyes and skin)

Nausea 

Digestive problems

Swelling in the abdomen

Tiredness

Weakness

Weight loss or loss of appetite

Abdominal cramping or pain

Diarrhea or constipation

Stomach cancer could spread to other parts of the body, and this is called metastatic stomach cancer. The symptoms then varies based on where it has spread to. Lumps are formed when the cancer spreads to the lymph nodes or there is yellowing of the skin and whites of the eyes if the cancer spreads to the liver. 

The major reasons for the development of GI cancers are typically due to unhealthy diet, smoking, obesity, alcoholism, inactive lifestyle. Certain other factors also contribute such as hepatitis A or B, family history of cancer and GI cancer. 

Treatment procedures:

There are multiple therapies for treating GI cancer. Surgery, chemotherapy or chemo+radition are the main treatment therapies, sometimes including all three. As mentioned earlier, early detection is incredibly essential to prevent serious GI cancer complications. The screening tests such as colonoscopy can diagnose colon and rectal cancer in earlier treatable stages much before the symptoms develop. 

While the primary goal is to cure cancer, it is also vital to safeguard the surrounding organs and tissues. Upper GI can be treated with surgery, chemotherapy, radiation therapy or immunotherapy.

Surgery

It is one of the most common treatment methods for upper GI cancer. Removing the cancerous mass ensures prevention of metastasis of cancer. The surgeries can be carried out by robotic or laparoscopic or open surgery. Robotic however is the most advanced option.

Immunotherapy

A method of stimulating the body’s natural immunity to fight the cancer cells. The immunity substances made in the lab are used to boost or restore the body’s natural defence system against the cancer cells.

Chemotherapy Introducing medicine into the blood stream to stop the growth of cancer cells is called chemotherapy. They are either introduced by injecting them into the vein or taken via the mouth. The cells are either killed or are stopped from dividing. This prevents the cells from growing and spreading. The chemotherapy regime is based on the aggressiveness of your cancer.

Targeted Drug Therapy

A cancer treatment in which drugs or other substances are used to target and precisely attack the cancerous cells. The difference between this and chemo is that the chemotherapy can end up affecting the healthy cells as well. Targeted drug therapy only attacks the cancerous cells.

Radiation Therapy

A cancer treatment that uses high radiation to destroy the cancer cells by damaging their DNA. Internal and External are the two types of treatment.

External radiation therapy uses a machine to send radiation towards the area of the body to keep radiation from damaging nearby normal tissue. While internal therapy uses a radioactive substance sealed in seeds, wires, needles and catheters that are placed near or directly into the cancerous cells.

Palliative care The quality of life post recovery from GI cancer can be quite challenging especially after the patients undergo aggressive cancer treatments like chemotherapy, surgery and radiation therapy. However, cancer care teams such as Veritas aim is to provide comfort and care for the treatment of the patients and improve the quality of life as much as possible. While cancer is a daunting disease, they provide you with all the help and hope to recover.

Veritas cancer team at Apollo Cancer Centre located in Chennai is one of the most versatile Cancer Care Centres. Equipped with renowned oncologists and the latest technology, they are the trusted group to join you in your fight against cancer and empower you in winning.

The team at Veritas Cancer Care is headed by Dr. Venkat, a highly-trained surgical oncologist and robotic surgeon with over 22 years of experience has a niche in treating GI cancers.  He has also performed over 20,000 surgeries and managed 25,000 oncological cases. He is one of the very few surgeons armed with the latest treatment procedures such as robotic surgery, ERAS and flourescence-guided surgery. Prompt care and treatment can be guaranteed at Veritas at his safe and experienced hands. This makes Veritas cancer care one of the best places for Gastrointestinal Cancer Treatment In Chennai.

Stay strong and keep your hopes high, the Veritas Cancer Care Team at Apollo Cancer Centre can be reached by calling them on + 91 7373735352. Alternatively, you could browse through our website www.veritascancercare.com, to know more about us and what we do!