Cancer ki Baat - Dr. Minish Jain ke saath (कैंसर की बात, डॉ. मिनिष जैन के साथ)

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 hav...

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...

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 ca...

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. Listen to this episode to learn more about this exciting topic. I Hope you enjoy it!! See you soon. Jai Hind

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...

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 th...

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...

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...

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. Hope this helps. See you soon. Jai Hind

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 respe...

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...

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...

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,...

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...

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 ensu...

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)...

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 . Listen to this short interaction where we have simplified the topic for the use of common people. Hope this helps. Jai...

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...

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 Can...

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...

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,...

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...

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. See you soon. 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 sys...

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...