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New Community TestPosted Under Cancer
on 30 September 2024
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New Community TestThere are more than 100 types of cancer. Types of cancer are usually named for the organs or tissues where the cancers form. For example, lung cancer starts in the lung, and brain cancer starts in the brain.(test)
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HexaHealth TeamExpertThe key signs of prostate cancer include trouble urinating, decreased force in the stream of urine, blood in the urine, blood in the semen, bone pain, losing weight without trying, and erectile dysfunction.
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Ritika GuptaPosted Under Cancer
on 21 June 2023
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HexaHealth TeamExpertBreast cancer usually spreads in the breast region and heads towards the lymph nodes. After that, the span of cancer increases and ultimately, it reaches the Metastasis stage, i.e. the spreading of cancerous cells to other areas.
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Ujjwal JangraPosted Under Cancer
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Stage 4 bile duct cancer symptoms typically consist of white or pale stools, dark-coloured urine, jaundice, and abdominal pain.
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HexaHealth TeamExpertThe likelihood of a cure at the 4th stage is low; however, it again depends on the person's will and treatment-responding ability to combat cancer.
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HexaHealth TeamExpertIf breast cancer spreads to the lymph nodes, then it has more chance of metastasising, so the treatment is extremely aggressive at this stage. Therefore, it is ideal to consult a doctor before this spreads further inside the body.
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Nitin SenPosted Under Cancer
on 16 June 2023
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HexaHealth TeamExpertAlthough the chances are very slim, it isn't unheard of. The 10-year survival rate of a stage 4 breast cancer patient is around 13%. With continuous treatment and dedicated care, one can survive for a considerable time with stage 4 breast cancer.
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HexaHealth TeamExpertThe best way to beat and cure liver cancer is through surgery. Early-stage liver cancer can be cured by surgically removing the tumour through a partial hepatectomy or performing a liver transplant.
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Faraz PardeshiPosted Under Cancer
on 12 June 2023
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HexaHealth TeamExpertThe cost of prostate cancer surgery is variable, considering the type of hospital chosen, the grade and stage of prostate cancer the technique recommended, the patient's medical condition based on age and other health factors, etc. Contact HexaHealth for price transparency.
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Ritika GuptaPosted Under Cancer
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It is unclear what causes prostate cancer. Researchers claim that genetic material (DNA) and dietary habits are associated with prostate cancer.
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HexaHealth TeamExpertBile duct cancer starts with abnormal cells accumulating in the inner lining of the perihilar bile duct.
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Mukul GuptaPosted Under Cancer
on 11 June 2023
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HexaHealth TeamExpert- Myth: It is easy to spot the symptoms of tongue cancer
Fact: This is the most commonly circulating myth about tongue cancer is that it is easy to identify the signs and symptoms of tongue cancer. But unfortunately, there are almost no signs in the early stages of the disease, especially in the case of tongue cancer caused by the Human Papilloma Virus. - Myth: Only a person who consumes tobacco is likely affected by tongue cancer.
Fact: Tobacco users are at significantly higher risk of getting tongue cancer, but you can also get tongue cancer even if you do not consume tobacco, then also you can have tongue cancer. - Myth: Tongue cancer is rare.
Fact: In India, 77,000 new oral cancer cases and 55,000 deaths due to oral cancer are reported every year. It is one-fourth of worldwide incidences. - Myth: We can do nothing to protect ourselves from tongue cancer.
Fact: We do not know the exact reason for cause of tongue cancer. However, we can bring about some changes to decrease the risk factors that increase the chances of causing tongue cancer, such as quitting smoking and avoiding tobacco consumption.
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HexaHealth TeamExpertGenerally, cholesteatoma is not cancerous. However, they can lead to other complications such as hearing loss if they are left untreated.
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Gunjan MehrotraPosted Under Cancer
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HexaHealth TeamExpertOne demonstrating stage 4 bile duct cancer symptoms have a chance to survive up to almost five years.
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