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How can you be screened for Prostate Cancer?

What is prostate cancer? Prostate cancer is a malignant tumour in the prostate. It is more common in elderly (> 75 years of age). It is usually not detected in early stage although it is screenable cancer. Prostate cancer is generally asymptomatic, which means that there are no clear symptoms to indicate it. In most cases, symptoms are caused by benign prostatic enlargement (BPE), or an infection. The symptoms may include: Urinary symptoms such as urinary frequency or a weak stream of urine Blood

Max Team In Cancer Care / Oncology

Jun 16 , 2016 | 4 min read

Treat Every Abdominal Pain Seriously: Do not ignore!

Abdominal pain is not an uncommon problem which strikes almost every one of us now or then. Most of the pains are simple and not related to serious problems but sometimes these pains can be harbinger for serious ailments. So DO NOT IGNORE ANY PAIN. Should I treat every pain with suspicion? Yes, especially if the pain is very severe, intolerable and is affecting your daily routine. Central Abdominal Pain: Pain in the central abdomen is mostly due to hyperacidity, which is burning kind of pain. Somet

Max Team In Surgical Oncology Cancer Care / Oncology Gastrointestinal Surgery

Jun 08 , 2016 | 2 min read

Want to know more about Leukemia Treatment Options?

What is leukemia ? Leukemia is a cancer of the blood cells. It usually begins in the bone marrow where blood cells are formed. In leukemia , the bone marrow produces abnormal white blood cells. Over time, as the number of abnormal white blood cells builds up in the blood, they replace healthy blood cells. This makes it difficult for the blood to carry out its normal functions.

Max Team In Cancer Care / Oncology Bone Marrow Transplant

Jun 07 , 2016 | 2 min read

Do you know about Thyroid Cancer?

Thyroid cancer is one of the most common cancers of the endocrine system and occurs in all age groups, including children. In India, the number of new cases of thyroid cancer is 13.9 per 100,000 men and women per year. There are four main types of thyroid cancer, Papillary and follicular cancers often are the commonest ones accounting for more than 80-90% of thyroid cancers. The other two types (medullary and anaplastic) are rarer. Symptoms Lump in the neck Pain in the lower front part of neck Swoll

Max Team In Surgical Oncology Cancer Care / Oncology

Jun 02 , 2016 | 2 min read

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Simple Home Remedies For Loose Motions

Loose motions or Diarrhea is one of the most common ailments across every age group – from infants and mothers to the elderly. Diarrhea is the frequent passage of watery or loose stools across irregular intervals. There are many possible causes of Diarrhea. These include allergies, food poisoning, infections, and stress. As such, Diarrhea is merely a symptom of one of many possible causes. Most of the time, loose motions is not a serious problem and can be treated at home. Below, we've outlined 3 simple h

Dr. Manoj Ranka In Internal Medicine

Feb 22 , 2018 | 2 min read

Indian Diet Plan In Pregnancy

To make sure that what you eat helps your body and also helps you stay interested, spread out your food through the day by following different food ideas. You can mix and match the following depending on how much you can eat and whether you are vegetarian or non vegetarian.

Dr. Neera Aggarwal In Obstetrics And Gynaecology Nutrition And Dietetics

Nov 07 , 2020 | 2 min read

PCOD and PCOS - Symptoms, Causes, Differences & Treatment

Polycystic ovarian disease (PCOD) or polycystic ovarian syndrome (PCOS) is a syndrome that has taken modern world by storm. Polycystic ovarian disease or syndrome is a very common disease heard in today's younger generation. It is a must that young girls understand this disease at an early stage as well as its causes and future implications. It is a hormonal disorder with: Imbalance of the two female hormones estrogen and progesterone with estrogen taking the upper hand – menstrual irregularities, infer

Dr. Kamna Nagpal In Obstetrics And Gynaecology

Jun 30 , 2016 | 2 min read

Eye Flu: Symptoms, Prevention, and At-Home Care

Eye fluid or conjunctivitis is a highly contagious eye infection affecting many. Conjunctivitis is usually viral and may have superadded bacterial or allergic eye disease.

Dr. Parul Sharma In Eye Care / Ophthalmology

Jul 26 , 2023 | 2 min read

10 Facts About Gynecological Cancer

Gynecologic cancer is any cancer that starts in a woman's reproductive organs. While they are often discussed as a group, each gynecologic cancer is unique.

Dr. Kanika Batra Modi In Surgical Oncology Cancer Care / Oncology

May 26 , 2016 | 4 min read

Know More About Breast Cancer

Breast Cancer is becoming more and more common in younger age group and 50 % cases are now seen in 35 to 60 years of age group especially in India. Breast cancer has evolved into one of the most easily detectable cancer of the mankind. It is so far the most researched cancer and that is the reason that a significant success has been achieved towards its treatment. Breast Cancer may in times to come, become a lifestyle disease just like hypertension and diabetes. Even Stage IV patients are now having go

Max Team In Surgical Oncology Cancer Care / Oncology

May 16 , 2016 | 2 min read

Prostate Cancer Won't Wreck Your Love Life

Prostate Cancer most commonly affects men, in the age group of 60's and 70's. Increasing number of cases are now being detected in Indian population — thanks to Prostate-specific Antigen (PSA) screening. This is a simple blood test available in most of the laboratories. Screening with PSA is recommended for all persons more than 55 years of age. If PSA is raised then Transrectal Ultrasound guided biopsy is done to confirm the diagnosis. What is Prostate and how will a common man know whether he is suffer

Max Team In Radiation Oncology Cancer Care / Oncology

Apr 19 , 2016 | 1 min read

Healthy Living for Cancer Survivors

Eating a healthy diet Cancer survivors can build back strength after treatment by eating a diet filled with fresh fruits and vegetables and other unprocessed, low-fat foods. Healthy eating can also reduce the risk of heart disease , high blood pressure, obesity, and diabetes. Experts recommend eating plant-based foods, such as fruits, vegetables, and whole grains; lean protein; and low-fat dairy products. They also say to avoid highly processed foods and red meats as much as possible. Nutrition and Ph

Max Team In Cancer Care / Oncology

Mar 16 , 2016 | 6 min read

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