#is lung cancer curable

[drvijaykaranreddy]

Back Pain & Lung Cancer: What's The Association With Them?

Back pain is a common symptom of many conditions, including lung cancer. Lung cancer is a type of cancer that starts in the lungs and can spread to other parts of the body. The association between back pain and lung cancer is that back pain is often a symptom of advanced lung cancer. As the cancer grows, it can press on the spine and cause pain in the back. However, it is important to note that back pain can also be caused by a variety of other conditions such as muscle strain, arthritis, and even just poor posture. Therefore, back pain alone is not a definitive indicator of lung cancer. If you are experiencing back pain and are concerned about lung cancer, it is important to see a doctor for a proper diagnosis and evaluation. A combination of imaging, blood test and biopsy may be needed to make a definitive diagnosis of lung cancer.

[mesolawcenter]

Why Is Mesothelioma Incurable in 2024? | Behind the Reason

Introduction Mesothelioma, a rare and aggressive form of cancer, remains challenging to cure despite advances in medical research. Its unique characteristics and the way it develops make it difficult to treat effectively. This article explores why mesothelioma is incurable and what options are available for patients.

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1. What Makes Mesothelioma Different from Other Cancers? Mesothelioma originates in the mesothelial cells that line organs like the lungs and abdomen.

Aggressive nature: It spreads quickly to nearby tissues.

Late diagnosis: Symptoms often appear decades after asbestos exposure.

2. Why Is Mesothelioma Difficult to Diagnose Early? The latency period of mesothelioma, combined with non-specific symptoms, leads to delayed detection.

Latency period: Can be 20-50 years from asbestos exposure to symptom onset.

Similar symptoms: Mimics conditions like pneumonia or bronchitis.

3. How Does Mesothelioma Spread in the Body? Mesothelioma tends to spread to nearby organs and tissues, complicating treatment.

Localized spread: Often extends to the lungs, diaphragm, or heart.

Metastasis: Advanced stages may spread to distant parts of the body.

4. What Treatment Options Are Available for Mesothelioma? While there is no cure, treatments can help manage symptoms and prolong life.

Surgery: Removes tumors but is not always possible due to spread.

Chemotherapy: Helps to shrink tumors and manage growth.

Radiation therapy: Used to target cancer cells and reduce pain.

5. Are There Any Emerging Treatments for Mesothelioma? New therapies aim to improve patient outcomes and quality of life.

Immunotherapy: Boosts the body's immune response to target cancer cells.

Gene therapy: Investigates altering cell behavior to combat the disease.

Clinical trials: Offer access to cutting-edge treatments.

6. What Is the Focus of Current Mesothelioma Research? Research continues to explore better detection methods and new treatments.

Early detection: Developing blood tests and biomarkers for earlier diagnosis.

Targeted therapy: Aims to attack specific cancer cells without harming healthy cells.

Conclusion The incurability of mesothelioma is largely due to its aggressive nature, late diagnosis, and the complexity of its spread. Despite these challenges, advancements in research provide hope for better management and improved quality of life for those affected.

FAQs

Why does mesothelioma take so long to develop? The asbestos fibers cause chronic irritation that eventually leads to cancer after many years.

Can mesothelioma be detected before symptoms appear? Currently, it is difficult, but researchers are working on early detection methods.

Is palliative care common for mesothelioma patients? Yes, palliative care is often used to manage pain and improve comfort.

Why can't surgery cure mesothelioma? Surgery cannot always remove all cancer cells due to their spread to surrounding tissues.

Are mesothelioma survival rates improving? New treatments have improved some outcomes, but survival rates remain low.

What is the most promising new treatment for mesothelioma? Immunotherapy has shown promise in extending survival in some patients.

[sizzlingsandwichperfection-blog]

Hi. I've started writing a semi-weekly TB Newsletter, if you're interested in that kind of thing. Here's the second letter--about public-private partnerships, leprosy, and my forthcoming big announcement about expanding access to tuberculosis care. You'll hear more about that on Thursday. Anyway, here's the newsletter. You can sign up here.

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In advance of the Big Announcement this Thursday, I made a vlogbrothers video today on how we end TB–with the comprehensive care plan often known as S-T-P, which is short for “Search, Treat, and Prevent.” But one thing I didn’t discuss in that video is the downstream benefits of comprehensive TB care.

Once you’ve hired community health workers to screen for TB, it becomes much easier to screen for other illnesses like diabetes, high blood pressure, and non-TB lung issues (especially lung cancer). TB is notoriously a disease of vicious cycles–a disease of malnutrition that makes malnutrition worse, a disease of poverty that makes poverty worse, and so on–but addressing TB can be a story of virtuous cycles: TB survivors become TB advocates, as I’ve seen with my friend Henry in Sierra Leone. More effective TB treatment leads to less stigmatization of the disease, as communities come to see the disease as curable and survivable rather than terrifying and deadly. And better access to TB care leads to a stronger overall healthcare system, because more community health workers are better connected to more primary healthcare clinics, which allows communities to better address all kinds of health problems.

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Mycobacterium tuberculosis is not the only bacteria of its family that causes a lot of human suffering; there is a closely related species called mycobacterium leprae that causes the disease known as Hansen's Disease, or more commonly leprosy. There are still around 200,000 cases of leprosy diagnosed each year around the world, and while the disease is curable, it also remains–especially if not caught and treated early–a significant driver of suffering and disability in our world. 

There are many connections between TB and leprosy: Not only are the bacteria that cause these illnesses very similar, but patients have often expressed similarities in experience. TB patients who were encouraged or forced to live in sanitariums often compared themselves to lepers. One disheartening parallel between the diseases is that in both cases, those living with these illnesses are often abandoned by their families and must make new social connections within the new community of ���leper” or “consumptive.” Also, both Hansen’s Disease and TB continue to exist largely because of systemic failures rather than due to a lack of knowledge or technology.

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I really recommend Dr. Salmaan Keshavjee’s TED talk about how we ended TB in the U.S., and how we can end it using the same strategy around the world.

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Last link from me today: I’ve been thinking a lot about the complex intersection between public and private investment (for reasons that will be clear on Thursday!) and I keep coming back to one infographic in an excellent paper (https://journals.plos.org/plosone/article?id=10.1371/journal.pone.0256883) about the public money that was poured into the creation of the GeneXpert Machine, which can quickly and accurately test for TB. The GeneXpert machine has created a lot of profit for Danaher’s shareholders, and it has also created some societal benefit, but it could create a lot more societal benefit if it created less profit for Danaher’s shareholders. This tension seems to me one of the defining features of 21st century life. Anyway, here is the infographic:

That’s the money–over $250,000,000 of it–that came from taxpayers (mostly in the U.S. and Europe) to fund the creation of the GeneXpert Machine. And yet, this tech largely funded by the public is controlled entirely by private enterprise. I’m troubled by that model of value allocation, even if I still believe that private money and private enterprise have important roles to play in fueling innovation. But taking a quarter billion dollars of public money and then claiming total ownership over a technology, and using that ownership to deny the technology to the world’s poorest people, seems like a deeply flawed system of resource distribution to me.

I’ll see you on Thursday. I’m nervous and excited.

DFTBA,

John

[intheghoulden]

in the world of Ai Phantom, all multi ghouls are disabled and have prosthetics!

tw: violence, talking about limbs and eyes being removed, talking about cancer

When a ghoul is being summoned, the ghoul in the most danger is the one who is chosen by the magic. Lucifer loves his ghouls and he knows that the clergy with help them as much as possible.

Ghouls can go feral. Inside every ghoul is an infernal magic that, when controk is lost, makes a ghoul violent and unthinking. It is curable, but often times if a ghoul is in the pit when they go feral, they will not be cured. Under rare circumstances, this feralness can be deadly, the magic consuming a ghouls entire being and rotting them from the inside out.

Feralness happens at random and could happen to any ghoul at any given moment. Most ghouls never experience it, but the possibility is always there. Most ghouls accept this as a way of life and don't fear it. Human's, however, are not so easy to lose that fear. They might pretend, but the moment a ghoul gets upset, humans run in the opposite direction.

Swiss went feral while he was in the pit. He was fighting anything that moved, winning most of the battles. One day he bit off more than he could chew, almost literally. He attacked another feral ghoul nearly twice his size and lost his leg in the process. The bigger ghoul lunged at him a final time before Swiss was summoned to earth. He was cured, but the other half of his leg was left in the pit.

Aether was already making prototypes for a possible robot and thought making a prosthetic for Swiss would be the perfect practice for legs. The quintessence electricity gave Swiss his 2nd element, along side his born fire element. The prosthetic was, admittedly, not the best. It made Swiss clumsy, but he enjoyed the mobility it gave him nonetheless.

Sunshine was a church ghoul. She was born in the church from her church ghoul parents and mainly did chores around the abbey. One day, she was out in the garden helping an earth ghoul fix up some garden beds when she went feral. She attacked the earth ghoul, who bit her arm in self defense. Unlucky for Sunshine, the earth ghoul was of the carnivorous plant variety, which meant their bite was venomous. Sunshine's bite infected immediately and was spreading rapidly. For her safety, her arm was amputated.

They cured her of her feralness, and Aether used the experience to make a prototype robotic arm. The quintessence from the magic paired with Sunshine's air element, making her a multi. They added her to the band after learning of her singing skills.

Aurora, as a human on earth, died from extremely aggressive eye cancer. She went blind just before she died. Her eye condition carried over when she went to the pit, continuing to worsen. She was under threat of dying in the pit too, which meant her soul would cease to exist. She was saved via summoning. They were able to remove her eyes which improved her condition dramatically. They replaced her eyes with robotic eyes Aether was making as a prototype. She became a quintessence/water multi ghoul.

The quintessence magic made it to where she could see soul orbs of humans and ghouls, like how when you take a picture of a ghost, you see the orbs. She could not see the bodies, and she could not see objects or Phantom, since he is a robot. She still struggles with her blindness considering how new it is, but Cirrus and Cumulus help her around while she learns how to properly use her cane.

All of these prosthetics were extremely important in helping Aether figure out how to make the components for Phantom, and also become closer to his pack. He loves that he was able to help them all; helping his friends is his life's mission.

[iamthepulta]

I want to reblog Tuberculosis posts but it bugs me so much that their main talking point is "man, governments just don't care and do more and spend more money!"

Like. Sure. Hypothetically. But you know where one of the fastest growing TB populations is? Fucking London. You know why we can't contain it even though there are mobile offices there?

Everything looks like TB. Fucking hell. That cough you got after covid that won't go away? Maybe that's TB. A cold? TB. Lung hurty? Lung cancer. Or maybe TB.

There are so many other possible options and TB requires an x-ray confirmation along with the blood tests that by the time you've confirmed it's everything except TB, you have full-blown TB.

And for fuck's sake. Stop saying that TB is curable. TB is currently Curable like cancer is Curable with experimental treatment. The 'treatment' for TB is 6 months to 18 months long. You know how much it fucks up your body being on daily doses of 8+ antibiotics for that long? You go blind. People require kidney transplants. They can no longer walk to feed their families. If your option is working until you die of an unknown timespan (and/or hoping TB goes into stasis) or not being able to help bring in income and feed your family and becoming a liability, some people are bound to take the first option.

You know how difficult it is to KEEP people on a consistent daily regimen of antibiotics for up to 18 months? Near impossible. And if they so much as stop for a week you have to try a new antibiotic.

Ffs, stop raising TB awareness with inane quips about 'but rich countries just don't care'.

[emeraldxphoenix]

Okay so the news about dad isn't great (details below the cut). Obviously my depression is gonna have a field day with this so I will either be around incessantly, or will be almost completely absent. When it comes to my mental health there isn't much in between 😅

For context: dad has been having cancer treatment for over a year now. The original cancer is gone, but it has now spread to his lungs.

From the appointment today: The cancer isn't curable - not outside of some sort of miracle anyway - but they're gonna give dad a course of chemo with the hope of managing it and slowing the growth. It's possible that the different chemo drug they give will reduce it, but they're not expecting it.

They caught it early, so it's still low level which is something, but essentially it's not one of the types that, genetically speaking, they know how to cure.

So the treatment plan is basically about managing it and maintaining a quality of life.

[shivamthakrejr]

Healthcare's AI revolution: Innovations and Prospects - Sachin Dev Duggal

Innovations in Healthcare Through AI

AI has already made significant advancements in various aspects of healthcare. One notable innovation is diagnostics. These data sets assist medical professionals in making better diagnoses using artificial intelligence algorithms that examine medical data like imaging studies, laboratory results, and electronic medical records. By doing this, AI tools have improved the accuracy of CT scans and simplified work procedures, thereby hastening outcomes and improving their dependability, which is greatly needed, especially in radiology, whose timely correct diagnosis significantly impacts patients’ lives.

The healthcare sector is undergoing a transformation through artificial intelligence (AI), which is enhancing diagnosis, improving patient care, and streamlining work. With the progress of technology, AI can change how healthcare is provided, making it more efficient, personalized, and accessible. Sachin Dev Duggal has been advocating for the impact of AI in healthcare and expressing how it could reshape medicine in the future.

Additionally, there are other instances where artificial intelligence plays an important role in enabling very early disease detection. Complex machine learning systems can identify data patterns that may signal the onset of cancerous diseases at stages when they are still curable. For instance, AI systems have demonstrated high accuracy rates when predicting the probability of developing lung cancer, thereby enabling earlier interventions with better survival rates than ever before. This new orientation towards preventive intervention rather than treatment represents a big shift from the traditional approach to health care.

AI is revolutionizing healthcare, which includes improvements to diagnosis, customization of treatments, and operational efficiency. Integrating AI into healthcare, as highlighted by Sachin Dev Duggal and other thought leaders, will improve patient outcomes and make healthcare more accessible and efficient. This means that to address the challenges facing the health industry and guarantee a healthier tomorrow, we must embrace these technological advancements.

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So recently I posted about how things in my life are gonna get very bad, and that I would probably suddenly be gone for some time. I thought I’d update you on that.

It hasn’t happened yet, and we don’t know when it will.

The long-story-short is that my amazing Dad is dying.

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In 2020 he was told he had prostate cancer. Due to the pandemic, many cancer patients received little to no help from the NHS, and my Dad was no exception. We were literally left to google his cancer in order to learn anything about it. Eventually, we were led to believe (don’t get me started on the complete lack of honesty and openness of literally every NHS professional we’ve encountered so far) that his cancer, while not curable, could be slowed down to the point that he would die of old age WITH cancer, not OF cancer.

So many terrible awful dreadful things have happened since then. Seriously, he’s been through so fucking much. And then, early this year he was told he had a second cancer. (After being told he does, then he doesn’t, then he does, then he doesn’t…) This one is incredibly rare, and no-one in our local hospitals can identify it beyond the fact that it’s a bone cancer. Because of its rarity, it cannot be treated at all. And it’s spread. So too, it turns out, has his prostate cancer.

His bone cancer has “eaten” away his right hip, and his right leg is now up in his pelvis. And his right femur is broken. So he is, of course, unable to walk. The doctors said (in pretty much the only direct communication we’ve had from any doctors) had he remained bedbound, he’d have died by April. But because we can lift him into a wheelchair then lift him into his armchair, his lungs are able to clear every day, and his heart is getting exercise, so they said that’s keeping him going. But he likely won’t see Christmas.

Before I made my previous post, his health declined enormously, and we were sure he was nearing the end of his battle. But, in his words, he’s “a stubborn bastard” and he somehow managed to improve again (not quite to the way he was before the decline, but pretty close).

So, we have no clue whatsoever about when anything might happen. We just know that it will.

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I don’t know how I’m going to react, but I do know that I am going to be absolutely devastated. Don’t let them fool you — knowing it’s going to happen doesn’t make it easier! As I said before, I might take a hiatus for however long. But then again, who knows, maybe I’ll find that being here is a fantastic distraction??

So yeah. I thought I’d fill you in, in case you were curious or concerned, and were wondering how things are going, as since I posted not a lot has changed in terms of how I’m posting here.

🫶🏻

[omegawizardposting]

So far this year--

My aunt has been diagnosed with lung cancer. Fortunately, it's early stage, so it should be curable, but that doesn't make it any less stressful.

My great aunt passed away. She had been battling Alzheimer's for four years, but we think it was pneumonia that killed her. She would have been 95 in September.

My cousin has been diagnosed with late stage cancer in every organ in her abdomen. There's nothing anyone can do for her. Without a miracle, we'll lose her too.

I don't know what my family did to deserve all of this. I've tried to be a better person. Maybe I didn't try hard enough.

[zarrin99]

What is lung cancer?

When the cells in the body start growing beyond control, it takes a form of the disease known as cancer. When this disease occurs in the lungs, then it is termed as lung cancer. The cancer spreads all over the lymph nodes, and in some instances, it might apply to various parts of the body. It is also possible that cancer can reach your lungs from other organs. And when the disease starts spreading to multiple organs, it is called metastases.

Whether or not lung cancer is ever curable remains a hard question to answer at a simple enough level. And while there is always a possibility (sometimes quite a small one) that cancer may return even after it's been in remission for several years, it is still unclear why it would reoccur though. The problem with determining whether or not cancer will return is that the answer is inevitably relative. This is because the symptoms of a particular cancer are unique from person to person. It is impossible to predict what cancer will look like or feel like based solely on a patient's medical history. know more click here

[gwen-tolios]

"We can be like coffee."

"Coffee?" James raised his eyebrow and stared at Stephanie.

She herself stared at her empty mug, head down on the desk. "Coffee... subscriptions."

James snorted. He looked toward the other end of the boardroom, where the doctor slept. Lingering paranoia meant he'd circled himself with chairs, which was kinda useless. James and Stephanie had be shoved in the room with him for company, not to take him out. Besides. There were guards outaide.

"Not following," James said.

It was a little after midnight. But he and Stephanie had pulled all nighters before, brainstorming on a deadline, and it was an easy habit to fall into tonight. They'd been unexpectedly shoved into the room and locked up tight, just like the doctor.

The doctor of course was hiding from someone. They had some cure for cancer in their head. Or maybe their laptop. Regardless, people didn't want it out in the public. Too disruptive to the phrama industry, James thought, with it's specialized drugs for particular symptoms and diseases and lots of government money for research. But a miracle cancer drug? That the guy wanted to give away? Lots of companies wouldn't be profitable anymore.

Except someone at Harbor Stix saw profit for them. So they'd ordered the doctor kidnapped and secured, and for James and Stephanie to brain storm a brand new market strategy to roll out after the treatment was distributed.

"Subscriptions," Stephanie said, "are the money maker. Steady payments versus lump fees. Keep charging for access."

"We sell cirgrettes."

"So like a coffee subscription box," she muttered. "New cigs every month."

James tried to imagine it, but failed. Most smokers would want something more frequent, and many were loyal to their type. They didn't want to try new things.

Stephanie traced her finger on the rim of her coffee cup. Around and around and around. James caught his slow blink and stood up.

Why'd they have to be locked in a room with just a stupid kurig. He could use a Nespresso right now. Christ, 1230 in the morning and no good ideas yet. He wanted to join the doctor on the floor, sleeping, but James had a sneaking suspicion if he and Stephanie *couldn't* come up with something good Harbor Stix might send the doctor out to the wolves. He felt a little weird about being the reason why a cure for cancer didn't get made.

James plodded to the coffee machine and stuck his paper cup under. How many had he drunk tonight? Four cups. God, it was a good thing coffee wasn't-

He spun, staring at Stephanie. She jerked her head up.

"What?"

"We can be like coffee."

"Subscriptions?"

"Addictive, but nobody cares! There's a ton of research about how caffeine is bad for you. And caffeine headaches are totally a thing. But people don't care, they get addicted cuz the consequences are worth it."

Stephanie pushed herself up, caught in the idea. "Lung cancer is a big thing that pushes people away."

"But if lung cancer is curable-"

"No more surgeon warnings. Could we market to kids again? We can be...the opposite of coffee. A smoke for stress relief. Addictive meditation."

"A PR campaign, using smokers as test subjects for the treatment -"

"Limiting the impact of smoking on health and erasing our biggest roadblock-"

"We'd need lobbyists and -"

"All the tabocaoo companies would be on board. It can be like Got Milk? Only Got a Stick?"

"The return of the smoke break."

A loud snort from the corner, the doctor still asleep, broke through thier conversation. Stephanie giggled, high on thier idea.

"let me get another cup of coffee, but I think we can put together a deck in the next two hours. Gives us...5 hours of sleep before people show up."

"Perfect," James said. Saving smokers, making money. All part of the job.

You just found the cure to cancer and governments around their world are trying to silence you for profit… it turns out the cigarette companies hired people to keep you safe since their best customers would live longer

[drmohitagarwal01]

Stages of Gallbladder Cancer: What You Need to Know

Gallbladder cancer is a rare but aggressive disease that begins in the gallbladder, a small organ located beneath the liver. Early detection can be challenging, as symptoms often mimic those of other conditions. Understanding the stages of gallbladder cancer is crucial in determining treatment options, prognosis, and the overall approach to managing the disease. Here’s a breakdown of the stages, their impact on treatment, and how staging influences prognosis.

What Are the Stages of Gallbladder Cancer?

The stages of gallbladder cancer are classified based on how far the cancer has spread. These stages help doctors determine the most effective treatment and predict the likely outcome of the disease.

Stage 0 (Localized, In Situ) Stage 0 is the earliest stage of gallbladder cancer, where the cancer cells are confined to the inner lining of the gallbladder. This stage is considered localized, and treatment typically involves surgery to remove the gallbladder (cholecystectomy), with an excellent prognosis.

Stage 1 (Early Invasive) At this stage, the cancer has grown beyond the lining and into the muscle layer of the gallbladder. It is still considered early but requires more aggressive treatment, often involving surgery. In some cases, doctors may recommend chemotherapy or radiation therapy to reduce the risk of recurrence.

Stage 2 (Regional Spread) Stage 2 gallbladder cancer has spread to nearby tissues or lymph nodes. Treatment at this stage is typically a combination of surgery, chemotherapy, and sometimes radiation therapy. The prognosis improves if the cancer can be completely removed, but the likelihood of recurrence increases.

Stage 3 (Advanced Local Spread) At stage 3, gallbladder cancer has spread to nearby organs, such as the liver or other lymph nodes. Treatment options become more complex, with surgery still being considered if the tumor can be safely removed. However, the cancer may also require a combination of chemotherapy and radiation therapy. The prognosis at this stage is more guarded.

Stage 4 (Metastatic or Distant Spread) In stage 4, the cancer has spread to distant organs like the lungs or distant lymph nodes. This stage is considered advanced, and treatment focuses on managing symptoms, improving quality of life, and extending survival. Surgery is generally not an option at this stage, but chemotherapy and targeted therapies can help control the disease.

How Does Staging Impact Treatment and Prognosis?

The stage of gallbladder cancer significantly influences the treatment plan. Early stages (0, 1, and 2) offer better outcomes with surgery as the primary treatment. As the cancer progresses to stages 3 and 4, treatment becomes more focused on controlling the disease rather than curing it. Advanced stages require a combination of treatments, such as chemotherapy and radiation, to manage symptoms and slow cancer progression.

Early detection plays a crucial role in improving prognosis. In stages 0 and 1, the 5-year survival rate is higher due to successful surgical interventions. However, the survival rate drops as the cancer progresses to later stages, particularly stage 4.

FAQs on Stages of Gallbladder Cancer

1. Is stage 4 gallbladder cancer treatable? While stage 4 gallbladder cancer is not typically curable, treatment options like chemotherapy, targeted therapy, and palliative care can help control symptoms and extend life. Treatment focuses on improving quality of life and slowing cancer growth.

2. How long to live with stage 3 gallbladder cancer? The prognosis for stage 3 gallbladder cancer varies depending on factors such as the patient's overall health and response to treatment. With aggressive treatment, some patients may live for several months to a few years. Early diagnosis and treatment are essential for a better outcome.

3. How fast can gallbladder cancer spread? Gallbladder cancer can spread quickly due to its aggressive nature. It often metastasizes to nearby organs, such as the liver, and can spread to distant organs in advanced stages. Early detection is critical to limiting the spread and improving treatment outcomes.

4. Can gallbladder cancer be removed? In the early stages of gallbladder cancer, surgery is the primary treatment option, and the cancer can often be removed successfully. However, in later stages (particularly stage 3 and beyond), surgery may not be feasible, and treatment focuses on controlling the disease.

Conclusion

Understanding the stages of gallbladder cancer is essential for making informed decisions about treatment and prognosis. While early-stage gallbladder cancer offers a better chance for successful treatment and survival, later stages require more complex approaches to manage the disease. If you or a loved one is diagnosed with gallbladder cancer, it’s crucial to work with a healthcare team that specializes in cancer care to develop a personalized treatment plan.

[drarkoprovohalder]

5 Most Common Types of Cancer – Signs Not To Ignore

Cancer treatment and its outcomes very much depend on diagnostic accuracy and time of detection. While some cancers show no noticeable signs, others show warning signs. Get comprehensive health support from the top medical oncologist in Siliguri.

Many times, a cancer diagnosis is challenging because of its no symptoms in the early stages. This disease affects millions of lives every year worldwide. Knowing the symptoms of cancer may help in early detection and better treatment outcomes.

Here are the five most common types of cancer and their signs and symptoms that you should not ignore:

Breast Cancer

Breast cancer is the most common cancer among women starts in the breast cells, and more often affects people over 50. However, this cancer can affect men and people assigned female at birth.

Signs & Symptoms

A new lump or thickening of a mass in the breast or underarm area.

Unexplained changes in the shape, size or appearance of one/both breasts.

Unusual changes in the breast skin, such as dimpling or puckering.

Nipple discharge (bloody discharge).

Redness, scaliness, or thickening of the nipple or breast skin and flattened nipple.

Lung Cancer

While 80%-90% of lung cancer cases are related to smoking, non-smokers can get lung cancer. These include radon gas, radiation therapy to the chest area, and long-time exposure to arsenic, asbestos, nickel, etc. Symptoms of lung cancer mostly appear in advanced stages. But if smoke a lot, it can put you at an increased risk of this disease.

Signs & Symptoms

A persistent new cough without improvement.

Low/loss of appetite

Coughing up blood and chest pain.

Chest pain or discomfort during deep breathing, and coughing.

Shortness of breath and wheezing that don’t improve.

Unexplained weight loss, and unusual fatigue

Hoarseness, and shoulder pain

Prostate Cancer

Prostate cancer begins in the prostate cells, which show almost no symptoms in the early stage. When some prostate cancer spreads quickly, others grow slowly. This is the most common cancer among men; however, the cause is still unknown.

Signs & Symptoms

Difficulty urinating, a weak urine stream, and urine leakage.

Frequent urination, and painful sensation while urinating.

Blood in the urine or bloody semen.

Erectile dysfunction and bone pain.

Unusual weight loss.

Colorectal Cancer

Colorectal cancer affects the colon and rectum, which often grow as non-cancerous polyps. Most people who have colon cancer are either 50 or over 50 ages. Colon cancer may be present without symptoms. Talk to the most trusted medical oncologist in Siliguri City.

Signs & Symptoms

Blood in the poop is one of the major signs here.

Changes in bowel habits, like ongoing diarrhea or constipation.

Ongoing abdominal pain or gas.

Unexplained weight loss.

Bloated stomach and fatigue.

Vomiting, anemia, and shortness of breath.

Skin Cancer

Skin cancer often results from too long exposure to ultraviolet radiation, affecting the skin tissue. Most skin cancers are curable if diagnosed early on. This type of cancer affects the outside layer of the skin, melanocytes, and squamous cells in the outer layer of the skin.

Signs and Symptoms

A new mole or sore that doesn’t heal.

Changes in the current moles.

Itching, tenderness, or pain in a mole or other skin lesion.

Waxy or pearly bumps on the skin, such as on the face, and neck.

Scaly, crusty patches.

While these symptoms are associated with cancer, they can be non-cancerous. See your doctor so that your doctor detects the cause of the symptoms based on medical tests. You might consult the best oncologist in Siliguri Dr. Arkoprovo Halder to get comprehensive support.

[drdodulmondal]

Can lung cancer be cured?

Lung cancer's curability depends on its stage and type. Early-stage lung cancer has a higher chance of being cured, especially with prompt treatment. Treatments may include surgery, radiation, and chemotherapy. Early detection is crucial for better outcomes. For expert care, consider consulting the Best cancer specialist in Delhi, Dr. Dodul Mondal, who specializes in advanced lung cancer treatments and individualized patient care.

[today3467h]

Lung cancer – the most life-threatening disorder in today's time

Lung cancer — the most life-threatening disorder in today’s time

Overview , symptoms and causes, prevention and myths, diagnosis and treatments, faqs — All you need to know about it

Overview

Lung cancer is a cancer type that occurs in the lungs but later on, affects your whole respiratory system. Lung cancer is one of the most common types of disease in today’s era and it affects lacks of people every year.

As shown in TV ads and everywhere, smoking is the most common reason for respiratory cancer. Lung cancer is one of the major causes of death worldwide. However, smoking is not the only reason many people who do not have contact with smoking ever in their lifetime have also been affected by the disorder.

The World Health Organisation has declared lung cancer as the 4th largest death reason in India among which the men were in the majority.

The disease is never curable but can be managed if the symptoms are caught at an early initial stage.

There are many advanced Technologies today that can help you fight the disease

What are the various signs and symptoms of lung cancer?

In most cases, the symptoms of lung cancer are not visible in the initial stage and therefore many people stay unaware of the fact that they are suffering from the disease. However, the symptoms start worsening with time leading to the sudden death of the patient. following are some of the symptoms explained –

Persistent cough that lasts for more than a week or two

• Bleeding while coughing

• Difficulty in breathing or shortness of breathing

• Unwanted and sudden weight loss

• Pain in the chest and the area around

• All time headache

• Frequent bone pain and muscle aches

• Wheeziness

Went to seek medical appointment for lung cancer treatment

A medical consult is needed if you face consistent cough and especially if you experience bleeding while coughing.

As chances are higher for smokers therefore they must never ignore any symptoms that are explained in the above section.

What are various causes that lead to the occurrence of lung cancer in a person?

As explained above, people who smoke have the highest chance of developing lung cancer in themselves. However, the situation depends on many other factors full stop some of which include the following-

• Exposure to second-hand smoking

• Residing in an area which is highly polluted with dust

• Genetics or hereditary

• Contact with Asbestos and carcinogens

• Radon gas exposure

• Under gone Radiation therapy in the past

Types of lung cancer

Lung cancer is of many types and phases. However, experts generally classify them into the following types

1. Small cell Lung cancer — this lung cancer affects people who have been smoking for a very long time and a addicted to smoking.

2. Non-small cell lung cancer- the cancer cells are enlarged in non-small cell lung cancer which includes squamous cell carcinoma, large cell carcinoma, and adenocarcinoma.

What complications are associated with lung cancer –

Following are some of the complications associated with lung cancer-

• Uncontrollable pain

• Pleural effusion

• Metastasis

• Shortness of breathing

Is lung cancer preventable?

How can you prevent lung cancer?

Lung cancer cannot be prevented completely but a few precautionary measures can help you reduce the risk of Cancer generation in your body to a great extent. These steps include the following of them-

• Quit smoking completely

• Avoid exposure to people who smoke

• Start Exercising if you do not.

• Learn to manage stress. Practice Yoga, meditation and mindfulness

• Have a proper balanced diet with fruits and green leafy vegetables

• Protect yourself from exposure to harmful toxins of the environment like carcinogens. Wear sleeve clothes and have a face mask while going out of home

• Check the radon level of your home

Myths Created about lung cancer –

Myth — people who smoke can only get lung cancer

Fact — people who smoke have the highest chance of developing lung cancer but it also depends on many other factors and your lifestyle choices.

Myth — the ultimate cause of lung cancer is death

Fact — lung cancer can be treated with today’s advanced technology if the treatment is started at an early stage.

Myth — women cannot get lung cancer

Fact — lung cancer can affect people of any gender and age. Moreover,

The chances of lung cancer are higher in men but it can affect women also unconditionally.

Myth — lung cancer cannot affect Children and teenagers Fact — children and teenager

have the least chance of developing lung cancer but cases have come across very young age teenagers died due to lung cancer.

How do doctors diagnose lung cancer?

Your doctor may go through the following techniques to detect your lung cancer –

• X-ray

• Computerised tomography scan or CT scan

• Biopsy • Bone scan

• Blood test

• Ultrasound

• Sputum cytology

• Magnetic resonance imaging test or MRI test

• Positron emission tomography test or PET test

What treatments are available for lung cancer

The following treatment may be provided to you based on the stage of your cancer –

• Chemotherapy

• Radiation therapy

• Targeted drug plan

• Stereotactic Body Radiotherapy

• Surgery • Immunotherapy

Frequently asked questions about lung cancer –

1. What is the average size of lung cancer ?

Answer — the average size of a lung cancer is 7 centimetres which may enlarge with time.

2. What is the death rate of lung cancer?

Answer — the death rate has decreased during the past 15 years. But still, 46/100000 people die every year due to lung cancer

3. How many years can I live with lung cancer?

Answer — you can live for more than 5 years with proper treatment. The survival rate of lung cancer is increasing which is currently 15% over every 100 patients.

4. Is Lung cancer a serious disease?

Is it life-threatening Answer — yes, literally lung cancer is a very serious disease and one of the leading causes of death in India. It is life-threatening to lack of people every year but proper diagnosis and treatment at an initial stage can help you save your life for years.

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Dr. Deepam Shah: Best Skin Specialist in Mumbai on Understanding Melanoma Risks, Detection, and Treatment

Understanding Melanoma: Risks, Detection, and Treatment

Dr. Deepam Shah, Skin Specialist

Introduction: Melanoma, a form of skin cancer originating from melanocytes, can pose significant health risks if not promptly addressed. Early detection and treatment are pivotal in ensuring successful outcomes.

The Threat of Metastasis: Melanoma possesses a notorious capability for metastasis, spreading from its primary site to other organs such as lymph nodes, lungs, liver, bones, or brain. Once it metastasizes, treatment becomes more complex and may necessitate aggressive interventions like surgery, chemotherapy, immunotherapy, or targeted therapy.

Early Detection Saves Lives: Regular self-examinations of the skin coupled with routine dermatologist visits are crucial, particularly for individuals with risk factors like sun exposure history, familial melanoma history, fair complexion, or numerous moles. Timely detection significantly improves treatment efficacy and prognosis.

Treatment Strategies: When detected early, melanoma is often curable with appropriate treatment modalities, including surgical excision, targeted therapy, immunotherapy, or chemotherapy. However, the treatment approach may vary depending on the stage and extent of the disease.

Conclusion: Melanoma underscores the importance of proactive skin care and regular medical evaluations. By remaining vigilant and seeking prompt medical attention for any suspicious changes in the skin, individuals can mitigate the risks associated with this potentially life-threatening condition.

For more information, consult Dr. Deepam Shah practicing at Viva Aesthetic Clinic one of the Best Skin Specialist in Mumbai or you can Contact us on 93245 89084.