Cancer ki baat - dr. minish j... 

जब भी कभी कैंसर की बात होती है, यह अक्सर मृत्यु की ओर निर्देशित होता है I लेकिन यह पूरी तरह सच नहीं है I

आज चिकित्सा की प्रगति के साथ बहुत कुछ बदल गया है, कैंसर के उपचार के परिणाम भीI

बस थोड़ी सी स्पष्टता और प्रेरणा की जरूरत है।

हम उसी स्पष्टता और प्रेरणा के बारे में बात करने जा रहे हैंI

हमें उम्मीद है कि हमारा पॉडकास्ट कई कैंसर रोगियों और उनके परिवारों की मदद करेगा।

बने रहें हमारे साथ!

डॉ. मिनिष जैन और विवेक शर्मा

Hi Friends!

We often see and hear a lot of myths about cancer, its treatment, and the negative connotations around it.

What is the truth? what is Cancer now? and what it takes to hear the news or break the news with a patient? We'll listen to Dr. Minish Jain in this episode.

I've gained a lot of insights from him and I'm sure you'll enjoy the episode too.

Do feel free to ask your queries or share your feedback on minishjain009@gmail.com

We'll see you soon.

Take Care!!

Cancer treatment is not an event, it's a journey.

And, when we hear Cancer, the first thing that pops up in our brain related to cancer treatment is "Chemotherapy".

The truth is - in this evolved world, there are certain sets of patients who don't even go through chemotherapy during their entire treatment. 

Let us learn from Dr. Minish Jain in this podcast what has changed in the last 10 years. 

I'm sure you'll come to know many amazing updates.

We'll see you soon.

Jai Hind

Vivek

Hi Friends!

As we're aware Cancer treatment has developed pretty fast in the last decade and with that, there has been an evident increase in the survivorship in Cancer. 

Though it is good news it comes with several challenges and a few of them are emotional, financial, physical, and sexual issues amongst the patients and survivors. 

In this episode, Dr. Minish Jain has tried to address them and I'm sure it'll be of some help to people in need.

If you or anyone you know, needs personal help/ guidance, do not hesitate to write to Dr. Jain at minishjain009@gmail.com

We'll see you soon.

Jai Hind

Vivek

The global incidence of cancer is expected to increase substantially over the next decades. This trend is very much driven by a rise in lifestyle-related cancers due to economic and demographic transitions worldwide. 

Lifestyle factors, such as smoking, alcohol consumption, obesity, diet, and physical inactivity, and also reproductive and hormonal factors are considered as causes of cancer and main targets for primary prevention. 

While smoking, which may be responsible for around 20% to 30% of all incident cancers, is clearly the strongest lifestyle-related risk factor overall, followed by alcohol consumption and obesity, the importance of specific factors for individual cancer types and subtypes varies greatly. 

Remarkably, it has been argued that half of all cancers in industrially developed and affluent societies could be avoided by nonsmoking, reducing alcohol consumption, weight control and physical activity, a plant-based diet, and breastfeeding.

Listen to the complete episode to know more about how to stay cancer-free?

Jai Hind

Hi Friends!

Our body is the best machine ever available on this planet. While It works similarly in several terms in most human beings, it does work differently for different genders.

Since we talk about cancers on this show, today, we have discussed Cancers in Women.

In this episode, Dr. Minish Jain has shared some very interesting and astonishing facts about cancers in women.

Do listen and help us create awareness about cancers and demystify Cancer.

We'll see you soon.

Jai Hind

Vivek

Men are from Mars, Women are from Venus!

So are their cancers and the abilities to fight cancer both, physically and mentally.

In this episode we have discussed what are the common cancers amongst men, their characteristics, treatment challenges and other very important facts.

I'm sure it'll help all of us.

See you soon.

Jai Hind

Our life turns 180 degree when we become parents.

Ek ladki jo ice cream ke liye crave karti thi, kai mahino ya kai baar kuchh salon tak ice cream nahi khati kyunki uske bachche to thand na lag jaye. 

Ek carefree ladka jo ghar ke kaamon me contribute nahi karta tha, bachche ke diapers clean karta hai, use ghumane le jata hai etc etc.

When we become parents, we develop emotions for our children and we become more complete. Now when a few of us get to know that their child is suffering from a disease like cancer, they shatter. 

There are a lot of myths around childhood cancer in our society and there is Hope!

Today, we have discussed about cancer in children, how to react and how to deal with it when we have a child around us battling cancer.

We'll see you soon!

Jai Hind

Cancer is not just another disease, it's a battle in itself.

It not only impacts us physically, financially, or socially but emotionally.

But, when we're mentally strong, we can face anything in life.

In the majority of the cases, mental strength comes from clarity.

In today's episode, we have discussed the things that every cancer patient and caregiver must keep in mind while going through cancer.

I hope it helps.

We'll see you soon.

Jai Hind

Vivek

Nowadays, with the advent of medical technologies and medical science, the life span of a cancer patient has increased significantly.

Many of the childhood cancers have turned curable as well. But the concern now is - What next?

How to stay healthy and remain in a positive mental frame always?

We have discussed it in detail in this episode.

Hope this helps!

Jai Hind

Hi Friends!

The cancer journey is a very different one compared to any other disease. The simple reason for that is - Cancer being a customized disease (as we've discussed in earlier episodes) requires a customized approach.

The same disease in multiple people reflects differently and may require different treatments.

No one predicts getting a diagnosis of cancer hence the news comes as a shocker and we get utterly confused and worried. 

In many of the cases, patients fight cancer, bounce back and turn out to be a much better than their own earlier versions.

In this episode, we have discussed how cancers are treated and what are the advancements in the recent past.

I hope it helps.

We'll see you soon.

Jai Hind

Vivek

As modern science has progressed there are vast changes in the way Cancer is being treated now. Today, there are multiple options to treat cancer and one of the most promising ones is Immunotherapy.

In this episode, we have discussed, how immunotherapy works? where it works and where it does not? Who are the right set of patients for immunotherapy? and much more!

We hope this episode will clear your doubts and enrich you in terms of knowledge about cancer treatment.

See you soon!

Science has developed very fast in the recent past especially in the field of Cancer/ Oncology. Be it the Diagnostic, Prognostic, Preventive or Therapeutic domain of cancer.

There are various kinds of tests in cancer but not every test is required for every cancer patient.

In today's episode, we have discussed what kind of tests are there? How are they done? and Why and where are they required?

I hope it helps.

Jai Hind

Lung Cancer is one of the cancers that is highly preventable. Smoking is mostly associated with lung cancer but there are other risk factors too.

In this episode we have discussed what are the symptoms, types, diagnostic tools and preventive measures to control lung cancer.

In the next episode, we'll discuss treatment options for lung cancer.

Hope this helps.

Jai Hind

As we have learned from Dr. Jain that Lung Cancer is one of the biggest cancers and is majorly preventable.

However, the treatment of lung cancer has evolved over the period of time and today, survival in the majority of Lung Cancer patients has increased significantly compared to the previous decade.

One thing I truly admire is that Dr. Minish Jain keeps saying "Your disease is not bigger than You".

In today's episode, we have discussed the available treatment options in Lung Cancer.

Keep the faith, keep fighting.

We'll see you soon.

Jai Hind

Vivek

Prostate is a small walnut-sized gland in men that produces seminal fluid. This seminal fluid that nourishes and transports sperm.

As per a government data, Prostate is the second leading site of cancer among males in large Indian cities like Delhi, Kolkata, Pune and Thiruvananthapuram, third leading site of cancer in cities like Bangalore and Mumbai and it is among the top ten leading sites of cancers in the rest of the population based cancer registries (PBCRs) of India.

In today's episode, we have discussed prostate cancer, its symptoms and the ways to prevent Prostate Cancer.

Hope this helps!

See you soon.

Jai Hind

Vivek

In today's episode we have discussed about the treatment options, duration, side effects and the life after treatment.

Hope this helps!

Jai Hind

Ageing is a normal process of human evolution. India which once was the youngest country in the world would become the oldest country going forward.

What's the connection?

Since we talk about cancer, it is important for us to know that as we age, the probability of getting cancer increases.

Among people over the age of 65 years, there is an 11-fold increased incidence of developing cancer as compared to younger individuals. In the last 30 years, the incidence of cancer has increased 26% in > 65 year-old population as compared with a 10% increase in the population < 65 years.

The phenomenon could seem scary but if we follow some basic things, we may protect ourselves and our families from big sufferings.

We have discussed Cancer in Geriatric population in this episode.

Hope this helps.

See you soon.

Jai Hind

Head and neck cancers usually begin in the squamous cells that line the mucosal surfaces of the head and neck (for example, those inside the mouth, throat, and voice box).

These cancers are referred to as squamous cell carcinomas of the head and neck.

Head and neck cancers can also begin in the salivary glands, sinuses, or muscles or nerves in the head and neck, but these types of cancer are much less common than squamous cell carcinomas.

We have discussed incidence and prevalence, various risk factors, and a bit about the evolution in the treatment of Head and Neck cancer that is quite informative.

Hope it helps.

Jai Hind

Vivek

Head and neck cancers are complex disease and as we have discussed earlier cancer requires a customised approach to treat it.

Head and neck cancer treatment requires humongous amount of team work.

We have discussed strategies and approach to treat Head and neck cancers in this episode.

Hope it helps.

Jai Hind

Ovarian cancer is a group of diseases that originates in the ovaries, or in the related areas of the fallopian tubes and the peritoneum.

Women have two ovaries that are located in the pelvis, one on each side of the uterus. The ovaries make female hormones and produce eggs for reproduction.

Early ovarian cancer often causes no symptoms. Some signs of ovarian cancer are bloating, feeling full soon, belly pain, and needing to pee more often or feeling like you have to pee right away.

In today's episode we have discussed about diagnosis, treatment options and life after treatment in Ovarian Cancer.

Hope it helps.

See you soon.

Jai Hind

Breast cancer can be found by a symptom. Perhaps a lump, thickening of the skin, rash, or inflamed skin. It can also be detected by a test, such as a mammogram, ultrasound, or MRI.

Current mammography guidelines recommend screening mammography starting at age 45 or 50, unless you are at high risk of the disease. So it's important to understand the breast cancer risk factors.

We classify breast cancer primarily according to:

- Location: the part of the breast where it starts

- Spread: if and where the cancer has spread

Listen to this interesting conversation to know more about Risk factors, Symptoms and Diagnosis of Breast Cancer.

We'll see you soon.

Jai Hind

Fortunately, breast cancer is one of the best managed cancers across the globe depending on the stage it is detected at.

Most women undergo surgery for breast cancer and many also receive additional treatment after surgery, such as chemotherapy, hormone therapy or radiation. Chemotherapy might also be used before surgery in certain situations.

We have discussed in details about he various treatment options for breast cancer.

Hope it helps.

Jai Hind

Skin cancer is the abnormal growth of skin cells. Most often it develops because of skin exposure to the sun. But this common form of cancer can also occur on the areas of skin not ordinarily exposed to sunlight.

There are three major types of skin cancer — basal cell carcinoma, squamous cell carcinoma and melanoma.

we can reduce the risk of skin cancer by limiting or avoiding exposure to ultraviolet (UV) radiation. Checking our skin for suspicious changes can help detect skin cancer at its earliest stages. Early detection of skin cancer gives us the greatest chance for successful skin cancer treatment.

Listen to this episode to know more about skin cancers.

Hope this helps.

Jai Hind

For years, the foundations of cancer treatment were surgery, chemotherapy, and radiation therapy. Over the last two decades, targeted therapies drugs that target cancer cells by homing in on specific molecular changes seen primarily in those cells and Immunotherapy that induce our own cells to fight cancer have also cemented themselves as standard treatments for many cancers.

A "Living Drug"

CAR T cells are the equivalent of "giving patients a living drug,"

As its name implies, the backbone of CAR T-cell therapy is T cells, which are often called the workhorses of the immune system because of their critical role in orchestrating the immune response and killing cells infected by pathogens.

The therapy requires drawing blood from patients and separating out the T cells. Next, using a disarmed virus, the T cells are genetically engineered to produce receptors on their surface called chimeric antigen receptors, or CARs.

Do listen to this interesting episode that simplifies this new treatment for certain cancer types.

Hope this helps.

See you soon.

Jai Hind

Every action has an equal and opposite reaction, Newton's third law. Sounds familiar, right?

It's true for cancer treatment as well. Since cancer cells multiply very fast, the drugs need to act faster than that and this does have side effects against the positive effects.

Some of the most common side effects of cancer and its treatment include pain and fatigue, anemia, mouth problems, nausea/weight change/dietary issues, and hair, skin, and nail problems.

As I always say, Our problem or the disease is not bigger than us. We just need to be aware and alert about the probable challenges and we keep finding ways to fight them out.

Listen to this episode where we have discussed common side effects of chemotherapy and how to approach them.

I hope this helps.

See you soon.

Jai Hind

Hi Friends!

The majority of us now know about the common side effects of chemotherapy. However, apart from chemotherapy, there are other advanced treatments as well like targeted therapy or immunotherapy and they too have side effects.

In today's episode, we have discussed the side effects of targeted therapies in cancer briefly.

We hope you find it useful.

See you soon.

Jai Hind

Immunotherapy is a type of cancer treatment that uses the body's natural defenses to fight cancer by improving your immune system’s ability to attack cancer cells.

There are many types of immunotherapy. In this episode we have discussed the side effects of 2 types of immunotherapies: immune checkpoint inhibitors and chimeric antigen receptor (CAR) T-cell therapy.

Do listen and share your feedback!

We'll see you soon.

Jai Hind

Tongue cancer is a form of cancer that begins in the cells of the tongue and it happens majorly either front or the backside of our tongue.

In the mouth, this type of tongue cancer tends to be diagnosed when the cancer is small and more easily removed through surgery.

In the throat, at the base of the tongue, where tongue cancer may develop with few signs and symptoms. Cancer at the base of the tongue is usually diagnosed at an advanced stage when the tumor is larger and cancer has spread into the lymph nodes in the neck.

Increasingly, cancers at the base of the tongue are associated with human papillomavirus (HPV), which has a profound effect on the prognosis and treatment of cancer.

Listen to this interesting conversation to know more about tongue cancer, in this episode.

We'll see you soon.

Jai Hind

Oropharyngeal cancer is a disease in which malignant (cancer) cells form in the tissues of the oropharynx.

Smoking or being infected with human papillomavirus (HPV) can increase the risk of oropharyngeal cancer. Signs and symptoms of oropharyngeal cancer may include a lump in the neck and a sore throat.

In today's episode, we have discussed the incidence, prevalence, treatment, and rehab options for Oropharyngeal cancer.

I hope it helps.

See you soon.

Jai Hind

The nasopharynx is the upper part of the pharynx (throat) behind the nose.

The pharynx is a hollow tube about 5 inches long that starts behind the nose and ends at the top of the trachea (windpipe) and esophagus (the tube that goes from the throat to the stomach).

Air and food pass through the pharynx on the way to the trachea or the esophagus. The nostrils lead into the nasopharynx.

An opening on each side of the nasopharynx leads into an ear.

Nasopharyngeal cancer most commonly starts in the squamous cells that line the nasopharynx.

Listen to this episode to know more about Nasopharyngeal cancer, its incidences, prevalence, treatment options, and life after treatment.

I hope it helps.

See you soon.

Jai Hind

Cancer prevention should start as early as possible and continue for life. The periods in a person’s life span that most affect their future risk of cancer typically arises early in life.

We know that cancer can result from the interaction between our genetic material and many factors we are exposed to during our lives. Because early exposures to particles in the environment, foods, or medications may have long-term effects, our prevention efforts start with kids and focus on healthy eating and physical activity.

Exercise, reducing portion size, and a healthier lifestyle may also decrease the risk of cancer later in life.

Listen to this interesting episode to learn more.

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Multiple myeloma, also known as Kahler's disease, is a type of blood cancer. There's no cure, but treatments can slow its spread and sometimes make symptoms go away.

A type of white blood cell called a plasma cell makes antibodies that fight infections in your body. When you have multiple myeloma, these cells multiply the wrong way.

They let too much protein (called immunoglobulin) into your bones and blood. It builds up throughout your body and damages your organs.

The plasma cells crowd out regular blood cells in your bones. They also send out chemicals that trigger other cells to eat away at your bones. The weak areas that this creates in your bones are called lytic lesions.

As multiple myeloma gets worse, the plasma cells spill out of your bone marrow and spread. This causes more organ damage.

Listen to this episode to know more about Multiple Myeloma.

I hope it helps.

See you soon!

Jai Hind

To confirm a diagnosis of cancer and determine if it has spread, you may undergo endoscopy, head MRI, CT of the sinuses, head CT, panoramic dental x-ray, dental cone beam CT, PET/CT or chest imaging. If none of these tests indicate cancer, no further action may be needed.

People who routinely drink alcohol, currently use tobacco products, or have used tobacco products in the past should receive general health screening examinations at least once a year.

This is a simple, quick procedure in which the doctor looks in the nose, mouth, and throat for abnormalities and feels for lumps in the neck. If anything unusual is found, the doctor will recommend a more extensive examination using 1 or more of the procedures.

Do listen to this episode to know more about the tests and examinations conducted for Head & Neck Cancers.

I hope it helps.

See you soon.

Jai Hind

Proton therapy, also called proton beam therapy, is a type of radiation therapy. It uses protons rather than x-rays to treat cancer.

A proton is a positively charged particle. At high energy, protons can destroy cancer cells. Doctors may use proton therapy alone. They may also combine it with x-ray radiation therapy, surgery, chemotherapy, and/or immunotherapy.

Like x-ray radiation, proton therapy is a type of external-beam radiation therapy. It painlessly delivers radiation through the skin from a machine outside the body.

We have discussed a lot of interesting aspects of Proton Therapy in this episode.

I hope it helps.

Jai Hind

A patient support group is defined as "a group of people with common experiences and concerns who provide emotional and moral support for one another."

Support groups fulfill many functions: educating patients/families, sharing the illness experience, providing strength to its members, raising public awareness, and fundraising.

Some research has shown an improvement in the quality of life of patients with cancer who have participated in support groups.

Some support groups are face-to-face, while others use social media and the Internet.

In this episode, we have discussed the need for a support group and the process of forming a support group.

We hope it helps.

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Jai Hind

It is estimated that only 45% of women with ovarian cancer are likely to survive for more than five years.

World Ovarian Cancer Day (WOCD) is observed on May 8. It aims to create a community where those living with ovarian cancer, survivors and their families and friends can unite, share their experiences and help educate the public about this deadly disease.

The first WOCD was held in 2013. The genesis of the day was in 2009, when medical professionals got together for an international conference where they shared their experiences and struggles while working with ovarian cancer patients.

In today's episode we have discussed various aspects of awareness, prevention, screening, diagnosis and treatment.

We hope this helps.

See you soon.

Jai Hind

There have been many advances in the field of cancer in recent years, and overall, people with cancer today are living longer than ever. Despite that, it is understandable that cancer still invokes fear in people.

Trust is at the heart of all relationships, and the one with your doctor is no different. “The most important thing is to have a doctor who can reassure you when something is nothing and investigate when it’s not.”

Using “Dr. Google” to learn more about symptoms is a double-edged sword. Listen to this enriching episode where we have discussed the paradigm change in cancer treatment.

We hope it adds value to your life.

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Jai Hind

A known friend of mine asked me recently, Minish - What should we do to avoid cancer?

I said - Don't age...

We laughed out loud but when we stopped, he asked me that jokes apart, why did you say that?

I replied that age is a risk factor for developing cancer of course with a lot of variables.

When I shared this incident with Vivek, he proposed to make an episode on this topic.

I truly enjoyed the conversation and I'm sure you would like it too.

See you soon.

Jai Hind

#drminishjain #cancerkibaat

Cancer immunotherapy, also known as immuno-oncotherapy, is a form of cancer treatment that uses the power of the body’s own immune system to prevent, control, and eliminate cancer.

Immunotherapy can:

- Educate the immune system to recognize and attack specific cancer cells

- Boost immune cells to help them eliminate cancer

- Provide the body with additional components to enhance the immune response

Sounds interesting?

Listen to this episode to know some amazing facts about Immuno-Oncotherapy.

Hope it helps.

See you soon.

Jai Hind

Liquid Biopsy is a test done on a sample of blood to look for cancer cells from a tumor that are circulating in the blood or for pieces of DNA from tumor cells that are in the blood.

A liquid biopsy may be used to help find cancer at an early stage. It may also be used to help plan treatment or to find out how well treatment is working or if cancer has come back.

Being able to take multiple samples of blood over time may also help doctors understand what kind of molecular changes are taking place in a tumor.

We had an interesting chat on this topic and hope you'll enjoy it too.

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Jai Hind

Myelodysplastic syndromes are a group of disorders caused by poorly formed or dysfunctional blood cells.

Myelodysplastic syndromes occur when something goes wrong in your bone marrow — the spongy material inside your bones where blood cells are made.

In MDS, some of the cells in the bone marrow are damaged and have problems making new blood cells. Many of the blood cells that are made by these damaged cells are not normal.

Listen to this episode where we have tried to simplify the understanding of MDS.

Hope this helps.

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Jai Hind

Bone cancer can begin in any bone in the body, but it most commonly affects the pelvis or the long bones in the arms and legs. Bone cancer is rare, making up less than 1 percent of all cancers. In fact, noncancerous bone tumors are much more common than cancerous ones.

The term "bone cancer" doesn't include cancers that begin elsewhere in the body and spread (metastasize) to the bone. Instead, those cancers are named for where they began, such as breast cancer that has metastasized to the bone.

We have tried to simplify bone cancers in this episode.

Hope this helps.

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Jai Hind

Colon cancer is a type of cancer that begins in the large intestine (colon). The colon is the final part of the digestive tract.

Colon cancer typically affects older adults, though it can happen at any age. It usually begins as small, noncancerous (benign) clumps of cells called polyps that form on the inside of the colon. Over time some of these polyps can become colon cancers.

Colon cancer is sometimes called colorectal cancer, which is a term that combines colon cancer and rectal cancer, which begins in the rectum.

Listen to this episode where we have tried to simplify Colon Cancer.

Jai Hind

There are two types of brain tumors, namely malignant and benign, and it's only the former that is cancerous.

There are some common symptoms of brain tumors like headaches, numbness, seizures, memory issues, change in mood or even personality, difficulty in balance, nausea, and difference in speech, vision, or hearing.

It is important to identify and differentiate these symptoms to rule out or detect brain cancers in earlier stages for a better prognosis.

Listen to this episode in Hindi where we have tried to simplify the topic.

Hope you like it.

Jai Hind

Uterine cancer is a general term that describes cancers of the uterus, or womb:

Endometrial cancer develops in the endometrium, the inner lining of your uterus. It’s one of the most common gynecologic cancers — cancers affecting your reproductive system.

Uterine sarcoma develops in the myometrium, the muscle wall of your uterus. Most uterine cancer begins in the layer of cells that form the lining (endometrium) of the uterus. Risk factors include being overweight and starting periods at an early age.

The key symptoms may include vaginal bleeding after menopause and bleeding between periods.

Listen to this episode to know more about Uterine Cancer.

Jai Hind

Cancer of the thyroid, the butterfly-shaped gland at the base of the neck is known as Thyroid Cancer.

The cause of thyroid cancer is poorly understood but may involve a combination of genetic and environmental factors.

Some people have no symptoms. Others may notice a lump in the neck.

Treatments, which are usually successful, include surgery, hormone therapy, radioactive iodine, radiation, and in some cases chemotherapy.

Listen to this episode to know more in detail.

Jai Hind

The bladder is a hollow organ in the lower part of the abdomen. It is shaped like a small balloon and has a muscular wall that allows it to get larger or smaller to store urine made by the kidneys.

There are two kidneys, one on each side of the backbone, above the waist. Tiny tubules in the kidneys filter and clean the blood. They take out waste products and make urine. The urine passes from each kidney through a long tube called a ureter into the bladder.

The bladder holds the urine until it passes through the urethra and leaves the body.

Bladder cancer is a disease in which malignant (cancer) cells form in the tissues of the bladder and the signs and symptoms of bladder cancer include blood in the urine and pain during urination.

Listen to this interactive episode to learn more about bladder cancer.

I hope it helps.

Jai Hind

Liver Cancer is a rising concern in India. Liver cancer happens due to many reasons including viral infections, alcoholism, etc.

Though there are suitable treatments available today for liver cancer, they may be prevented as well if we consider specific things and modify our lifestyle accordingly.

In this episode, we have discussed the causes, symptoms, treatment, and prevention of Liver Cancer.

We hope it helps.

Jai Hind

Neuroendocrine tumour is a condition in which the neuroendocrine cells develop into tumours.

These tumours may grow slowly or aggressively and spread to other parts of the body.

Many people do not develop symptoms and the tumour is detected incidentally. When symptoms occur, they can vary based on the location of the tumour. In rare cases, skin flushing or fluctuating blood sugar levels may occur and the treatment depends on the type of tumour. Some approaches may include surgery, radiation and chemotherapy.

Do listen to this interactive episode to know more about this cancer where we have tried to simplify this complex disease.

Hope this helps.

Jai Hind

Primary central nervous system (CNS) lymphoma is a disease in which malignant (cancer) cells form in the lymph tissue of the brain and/or spinal cord.

Signs and symptoms of primary CNS lymphoma may include nausea and vomiting or seizures.

The prognosis depends on the following:

- Whether the patient has AIDS.

- The patient's age and general health.

- Whether the tumor is in the central nervous system, eye, or both.

- The level of certain substances in the blood and cerebrospinal fluid (CSF).

CNS lymphoma is a complex disease and we have tried to simplify the topic for general awareness.

We hope it helps.

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Jai Hind

Soft tissue sarcoma is a broad term for cancers that start in soft tissues (muscle, tendons, fat, lymph and blood vessels, and nerves).

These cancers can develop anywhere in the body but are found mostly in the arms, legs, chest, and abdomen.

It is a very complex topic for discussion so we have divided it into two parts.

I hope it helps.

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Jai Hind

The treatment options for soft tissue sarcoma will depend on the tumor size, type, and location.

Soft Tissue Sarcoma treatment requires a comprehensive approach.

We need to know the treatment modalities involved in it, ask the right questions to our treating physicians, and most importantly select the right center for the treatment because if the diagnosis, surgery, chemo, and other modalities are not done under one roof, the outcomes may vary.

We have discussed more in detail here in this episode.

Do listen and feel free to ask if you have any queries.

We'll see you soon.

Jai Hind

Ascites is a condition in which fluid collects in spaces within our abdomen. As fluid collects in the abdomen, it can affect our lungs, kidneys, and other organs. Ascites cause abdominal pain, swelling, nausea, vomiting, and other difficulties.

Ascites is a common phenomenon in many cancer types and require a structured approach to deal with.

In today's podcast, we have discussed what is Ascites, who get affected by it, and what are the implications of Ascites?

Hope this helps.

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Jai Hind

Ascites is a condition in which fluid collects in spaces within our abdomen. As fluid collects in the abdomen, it can affect our lungs, kidneys, and other organs. Ascites cause abdominal pain, swelling, nausea, vomiting, and other difficulties.

Ascites is a common phenomenon in many cancer types and require a structured approach to deal with.

In the last episode, we have discussed what is Ascites, who get affected by it, and what are the implications of Ascites?

In today's episode, we have discussed the probable treatment or management options for Ascites.

Hope this helps.

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Jai Hind

If someone is receiving treatment for cancer, most likely they need to spend some time in a hospital or clinic. But in some cases, aspects of cancer treatment can be managed at home.

To learn about your home treatment options, your should talk with your cancer care team.

In this episode, we have discussed some aspects that might be helpful.

Keep listening to us for comprehensive information on Cancer and Its management.

We'll see you soon.

Jai Hind

Pancreatic cancer is cancer that forms in the cells of the pancreas.

Pancreatic cancer begins in the tissues of our pancreas — an organ in our abdomen that lies behind the lower part of our stomach. Our pancreas releases enzymes that aid digestion and produce hormones that help manage your blood sugar.

We have discussed it in detail and tried to simplify understanding it.

Hope it helps.

Jai Hind

A chemotherapy port is a device implanted under the skin to deliver chemo drugs to a large vein in the upper chest.

The port is usually implanted as a same-day surgical procedure under local anesthesia. A chemo port reduces the need for repeated needle sticks during chemo.

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The type of surgery young women with early-stage breast cancer choose may affect their quality of life years later.

Women who had one or both breasts surgically removed (a unilateral or bilateral mastectomy) had lower scores on a quality-of-life survey, indicating a worse quality of life, than women who had surgery to remove just the tumor and some nearby healthy tissue (breast-conserving surgery), researchers found.

We have addressed this issue in a chat format and hope it will benefit all of us.

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A radiologist completes medical school and then receives specialized training in medical imaging. In addition to medical training, they are continually kept up-to-date with the latest radiologic technologies.

Types of standard imaging tests they oversee and analyze include MRI (magnetic resonance imaging), CT (computed tomography) scanning, X-ray, and ultrasound. They also ensure that the imaging machines are well-maintained and are safe for use.

The role of a Radiologist is very critical in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer.

In this episode, we have discussed the same in detail.

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Radiation therapy is used to treat cancer and ease cancer symptoms.

When used to treat cancer, radiation therapy can cure cancer, prevent it from returning, or stop or slow its growth.

When treatments are used to ease symptoms, they are known as palliative treatments. External beam radiation may shrink tumors to treat pain and other problems caused by the tumor, such as trouble breathing or loss of bowel and bladder control.

Pain from cancer that has spread to the bone can be treated with systemic radiation therapy drugs called radiopharmaceuticals.

We have discussed this more in detail and tried to simplify cancer for you.

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Jai Hind

A biopsy is a procedure to remove a piece of tissue or a sample of cells from our body so that it can be tested in a laboratory.

One may undergo a biopsy when experiencing certain signs and symptoms or their healthcare provider has identified an area of concern.

In diagnosing and treating cancer, biopsy plays a vital role and is considered something like a guiding star.

In today's episode, we have discussed it in detail and we have tried to simplify the understanding of biopsy for common people.

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Taxanes are a type of drug that blocks cell growth by stopping mitosis (cell division).

These are the medicines extracted from plants and first introduced in India by Dabur Pharma in the 90s.

Taxanes interfere with microtubules (cellular structures that help move chromosomes during mitosis). They are used to treat cancer.

A taxane is a type of mitotic inhibitor and a type of antimicrotubule agent.

Listen to this informative episode where we have discussed the role of taxanes in cancer treatment.

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EGFR (epidermal growth factor receptor) is a protein in cells that helps them grow.

A mutation in the gene for EGFR can make it grow too much, which can cause cancer.

There are different types of EGFR mutations. If we think of a mutation as a typo in the DNA, we can have missing or added words in the DNA, sometimes called deletions or insertions.

We may also have places where the DNA is misspelled, which is called a point mutation.

Listen to this episode where we have tried to simplify the understanding of EGFR mutations and the treatment related to them.

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Vascular endothelial growth factor (VEGF) is an angiogenic factor that regulates angiogenesis by inducing proliferation, migration, and permeability of endothelial cells.

VEGF inhibitors utilized in oncologic care include bevacizumab, sorafenib, sunitinib, nilotinib, pazopanib, and dasatinib.

In today's episode, we have tried to clarify the understanding of VEGF inhibitors with respect to how they work, what are the effects/ side effects, maintenance, and other important aspects.

We hope it helps.

Jai Hind

Gemcitabine is a chemotherapy medication. It treats cancers including testicular cancer, breast cancer, ovarian cancer, non-small cell lung cancer, pancreatic cancer, and bladder cancer. It is administered by intravenous infusion.

In today's episode, we have discussed broader aspects of Gemcitabine that may be useful to cancer patients and their caregivers.

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Most fruits and vegetables, soybeans and tofu, and some nuts, seeds, and legumes are alkaline-promoting foods, so they're fair game. Dairy, eggs, meat, most grains, and processed foods, like canned and packaged snacks and convenience foods, fall on the acid side and are not allowed.

An alkaline diet describes a group of loosely related diets based on the misconception that different types of food can have an effect on the pH balance of the body. It originated from the acid ash hypothesis, which is primarily related to osteoporosis research.

In this episode, we have discussed more about Alkaline food, and hope this helps clear doubts and gain more clarity for you.

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Jai Hind

Staying hydrated is important during and after treatment. Drinking water can help one feel better, boost energy levels, manage bowel issues like constipation and keep us from feeling run down.

Alkaline water/ Detox water has become a popular drink trend, with many celebrities and fitness gurus touting its hydration and detoxification benefits.

So, what is detox water, and how does it work? How to make/ get one?

Listen to this very interesting episode where we have discussed it all.

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Imatinib is one of the most celebrated drugs in medical history for increased survival in specific cancers beyond imagination.

Imatinib is used to treat certain types of leukemia (cancer that begins in the white blood cells) and other cancers and disorders of the blood cells. Imatinib is also used to treat certain gastrointestinal stromal tumors (GIST; a type of tumor that grows in the walls of the digestive passages and may spread to other parts of the body).

We have discussed this in detail today and we hope you enjoy the conversation.

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Monoclonal antibodies are immune system proteins that are created in the lab.

Antibodies are produced naturally by your body and help the immune system recognize germs that cause disease, such as bacteria and viruses, and mark them for destruction.

Like your body’s own antibodies, monoclonal antibodies recognize specific targets.

Many monoclonal antibodies are used to treat cancer. They are a type of targeted cancer therapy, which means they are designed to interact with specific targets.

Listen to this episode to more about MABs in simpler terms.

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Jai Hind

The CyberKnife System is a radiation therapy device manufactured by Accuray Incorporated. The system is used to deliver radiosurgery for the treatment of benign tumors, malignant tumors, and other medical conditions.

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There are a lot of myths and fancies about the consumption of protein in our society. And, when it comes to youth, it becomes all the more relevant.

Protein powder is simply a supplement that has become very popular among health-conscious people. Protein is an important macronutrient needed for the body to function well. It helps repair tissue, build muscle, and produce hormones and enzymes. It can work well in weight loss and muscle toning.

There are different types of protein supplements; you can find plant-based or dairy-based powders that sometimes may include artificial flavoring, added sugars, vitamins, minerals, and thickeners.

But, how do you confirm it's meant for you?

Let's understand from the expert!

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Jai Hind

A PD-L1 test uses a sample of cancerous tumor tissue to measure how much of a protein called PD-L1 is found on the cancer cells.

If one has a certain type of cancer, PD-L1 testing can check whether the patient may benefit from a type of cancer treatment called immunotherapy. Immunotherapy helps your own immune system fight cancer.

We have discussed this in detail and tried to simplify it for you.

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Cancer is a disease that not only affects the patient but the entire family, and one of the worst ways it hits is "Financially".

This is mainly because no one predicts he/ she'll get cancer and hence the preparedness towards the unexpected expenditure are either minimal or inadequate.

In such scenarios, government schemes could be very helpful provided we are aware of them.

In this episode, we have tried to cover some central government schemes and Maharashtra Govt. schemes.

We hope this helps.

Jai Hind

Once a forgotten staple of traditional Indian cuisine, nutritionally dense millets are becoming popular the world over. So much so that 2023 is being dubbed "the year of millets".

In today's episode, we have discussed how these miracle grains can help us attain a healthier lives.

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Jai Hind

Hormones are chemical messengers that travel through the bloodstream and affect the actions of cells and tissues throughout the body. 

The body naturally produces hormones, but hormones can also be introduced through medications. Hormone therapy can be used to treat symptoms or combat diseases, such as in the case of menopause or certain types of cancers, respectively.

In today's episode, we have discussed the various cancer types where hormonal treatments are require and we've also discussed how do they work.

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Jai Hind

The human gastrointestinal tract (GIT) is composed of a variety of organs, each with varying internal environments. 

One of the main components of the GIT is the stomach, which is an acidic, aerobic environment. Within these environments, around one quadrillion microbes live and thrive; collectively, they are referred to as the gut microbiome. These microbes consist of bacteria, viruses, protozoa, archaea and eukaryotes and most of them live in the stomach.

How good or bad they are? how do they impact our day-to-day life? and, many more such questions are answered in this episode.

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Jai Hind