Medical Oncology

Overview

Oncology at Believers Church Medical College Hospital aims at delivering the most comprehensive care for all our patients. Compassion and empathy are the qualities we hold high while we join our patients in their tough journey through cancer. The Department provides holistic and evidence based advanced oncology practice incorporating present standard of care. Experts here adopt a multidisciplinary approach for optimal treatment delivery and all cases are discussed in multidisciplinary tumour board and collective decision is taken.

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FAQ

Some common symptoms include bone pain, fatigue, frequent infections, weight loss, and kidney problems. However, it’s essential to remember that symptoms can vary from person to person.

 

While not all cancers are preventable, adopting a healthy lifestyle can significantly lower your risk. This includes:

  •  Avoiding tobacco and limiting alcohol consumption

  • Eating a balanced diet rich in fruits, vegetables, and whole grains

  • Maintaining a healthy weight

  • Exercising regularly

  • Protecting yourself from excessive sun exposure

Cancer typically has four stages: I through IV (1 through 4). Some cancers even have a stage 0 (zero). Here’s what these stages mean:

  • Stage 0: This stage means the cancer is still found in the place it started and hasn’t spread to nearby tissues. Stage 0 cancers are often curable.

  • Stage I: This stage usually represents a small tumor or cancer that hasn’t grown deeply into nearby tissues. It’s sometimes called early-stage cancer.

  • Stages II and III: Usually these stages represent larger cancers or tumors that have grown more deeply into nearby tissues. They also may have spread to lymph nodes. However, they haven’t spread to other organs or parts of the body.

  • Stage IV: Cancer in this stage has spread to other organs or parts of the body. It may be referred to as metastatic or advanced cancer.

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