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Cancer treatment has changed dramatically over the last decade. Today, doctors are moving beyond the traditional "one treatment for everyone" approach...
Gynaecologic cancers encompassing malignancies of the cervix, endometrium, ovaries, vagina, and vulva represent a profound burden within global oncolo...
Breast cancer remains the most frequently diagnosed malignancy worldwide, representing a complex spectrum of disease rather than a singular clinical e...
A corneal transplant (keratoplasty) is a procedure where a damaged or cloudy cornea—the clear front window of the eye—is replaced with healthy donor c...
IntroductionThis article is for patients who have seen both the words 'tumor' and 'cancer' in their medical reports or heard them from a doctor and wa...
IntroductionHodgkin's lymphoma and Non-Hodgkin's lymphoma are both cancers of the lymphatic system. The main difference is the presence or absence of ...
IntroductionCancer is often easier to treat when it is detected early. In many cases, early-stage cancer may not cause obvious symptoms, which is why ...
IntroductionThis article explains the difference between benign and malignant tumors from a pathology perspective — what the words actually mean in a ...
India Context — Brain TumorsBrain tumors account for approximately 2% of all cancers in India. According to data from the ICMR–National Cancer Registr...
Myth #1: Robotic Docking Means More Time Under AnesthesiaWhen patients hear the words robotic surgery, the mind often drifts toward science fiction—cl...
IntroductionMouth ulcers and canker sores are common oral problems that can make eating, drinking, brushing, and talking uncomfortable. Many people us...
Yesterday, a worried mother came into my clinic, clutching a printout. Her eyes were full of fear. “Doctor, her WBC count is high with increased ...
One of the most common cancers, which is also becoming one of the leading causes of fatality amongst cancer diseases, is liver cancer. The major probl...
IntroductionCancer can affect anyone, but some cancers are more common in men or present with symptoms that men may ignore for a long time. Many men d...
IntroductionThis article explains what cancer stage means and how staging guides treatment decisions. For an overview of cancer types, see: Types of C...
Understanding Clubfoot: Early Treatment for a Healthy Future. . Quick Takeaway: Clubfoot (CTEV) affects 1–2 out of every 1,000 babies...
IntroductionThis article provides a broad overview of the different types of cancer that can occur in the human body, classified both by cell origin a...
IntroductionCancer can affect both men and women, but some cancers are more common in women or occur only in women because of female reproductive orga...
We have all experienced a heavy stomach, bloating, or abdominal cramping after a spicy or irregular meal. Usually, an antacid and a little time resolv...
Finding out you have a thyroid nodule can be alarming. The thyroid, a butterfly-shaped gland located at the base of your neck, plays a massive role in...
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Introduction Tuberculosis (TB) is an airborne disease caused by bacteria (Mycobacterium tuberculosis – M.tuberculosis) that often affects the lungs...
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Introduction People in the working-age group between 30 and 60 are more vulnerable to lifestyle diseases compared to younger or older adults. A sedent...
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Maintaining a healthy lifestyle is crucial for preserving spine health and preventing or managing back pain. By incorporating good posture, ergonomics...
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Cancer, often referred to as a lifestyle disease, is influenced by various factors, with lifestyle choices playing a prominent role in its development...
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A concussion is a head injury that affects the functioning of the brain. Concussions are mostly temp...
Eyes being one of the most sensitive parts of your body require special care, and any kind of injury...
One of the most frequent medical emergencies is a heart attack.
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