Cancer
Low Platelet Count: Causes, Symptoms and Treatment Options
Summary Thrombocytopenia is a condition that is marked by a low count of platelets, also called thrombocytes. Platelets are a key component of the blood, as they help clot blood
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Lymphoma – an overview, types, and genetic risks
What is Lymphoma? Lymphoma is an umbrella term for cancers of the blood and lymphatic system. The lymphatic system is an important component of the body’s immune system. It consists
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Robotic Surgery in Oncology – Breaking Barriers and Redefining Treatment
Summary Robotic Surgery is breaking barriers and redefining treatment options for a wide range of diseases and conditions that affect different parts of the body. We have already covered Robotic
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The different tests required for detecting blood-cancer
Introduction Blood cancer is a serious condition which shows prominent symptoms in some people and muted symptoms in some others. Once the person feels suspicious of his/her health, or symptoms,
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Choosing the right treatment options for Blood Cancer
Overview Blood cancer is a complex condition and how it develops or progresses varies from patient to patient. Treatment options are innumerable and includes both traditional and modern methods. Further,
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Blood-cancer – An overview, and different types
Overview Blood-cancer is one of the more common types of cancer, accounting for nearly 5-10% of all cancer types, depending on the country surveyed. There are three main types of
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Bladder Cancer: Diagnosis, Staging and Treatment Strategies
Overview Bladder Cancer is one of those rarer cancers. However, if detected late or left untreated, it can metastasize to other parts of the body, making it a serious condition.
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Breastfeeding could prevent breast cancer!
What causes breast cancer? Not all breast cancer patients are affected in the same way. It is of different types, and breast cancer does not have a specific cause. The
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Pancreatic Cancer – Symptoms and Treatment
The Pancreas is a J-shaped organ that looks like a pear kept on its side. It is located at the back of the stomach, in front of the spine. Although
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Lung Cancer Screening Tests – when does one need it?
Overview Lung Cancer Screening is a minimally-invasive procedure to detect the presence of lung cancer in people whose general health is good, but who are at high risk of lung
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