{"id":46739,"date":"2024-01-06T10:00:17","date_gmt":"2024-01-06T04:30:17","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/gomedii.com\/blogs\/english\/?p=46739"},"modified":"2024-01-05T17:19:23","modified_gmt":"2024-01-05T11:49:23","slug":"nuances-in-cancer-management-with-dr-anil-thakwani","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/gomedii.com\/blogs\/english\/health-a2z\/nuances-in-cancer-management-with-dr-anil-thakwani\/","title":{"rendered":"Nuances in Cancer Management With Dr Anil Thakwani | Director of Oncology Dept | Sharda Hospitals"},"content":{"rendered":"<h1 style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Managing Cancer With Dr Anil Thakwani<\/span><\/h1>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">On the 3rd of January, team GoMedii had an insightful FaceBook live session with\u00a0<\/span><a class=\"editor-rtfLink\" href=\"https:\/\/gomedii.com\/blogs\/english\/doctors-hospitals\/dr-anil-thakwani-clinical-oncology-sharda-hospital\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Dr. Anil Thakwani<\/span><\/a><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">, senior consultant and director of the oncology department at\u00a0<\/span><a class=\"editor-rtfLink\" href=\"https:\/\/gomedii.com\/india\/hospitals\/Sharda-hospital?lang=en\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Sharda Hospitals<\/span><\/a><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">, Greater NOIDA, Uttar Pradesh. The session revolved around the nuances of cancer management, where Dr Anil touched upon three main topics:<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<ul style=\"text-align: justify;\">\n<li><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Is cancer preventable in nature?<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Are there effective treatments available for cancer that have progressed despite prior treatments?<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">How can cancer be diagnosed without complex biopsy procedures?<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Dr Anil also informed viewers about the newly established Oncology department at Sharda Hospitals. Their department has recently established\u00a0<\/span><strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">LINAC or Linear Accelerator,\u00a0<\/span><\/strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">\u00a0a machine that\u00a0<\/span><strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">aims\u00a0<\/span><\/strong><a class=\"editor-rtfLink\" href=\"https:\/\/gomedii.com\/blogs\/english\/doctors-hospitals\/dr-dattatreyudu-nori-radiation-oncologist-in-india\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">radiation<\/span><\/strong><\/a><strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">\u00a0at cancer\u00a0<\/span><\/strong><a class=\"editor-rtfLink\" href=\"https:\/\/gomedii.com\/blogs\/english\/treatments\/brain-tumors-symptoms\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">tumors<\/span><\/strong><\/a><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">\u00a0with pinpoint accuracy, sparing nearby healthy tissue. It&#8217;s used to deliver several external beam radiation therapy types, including Image-guided radiation therapy (IGRT).<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">LINAC has made radiation treatment more precise, less invasive, and with minimal side effects.<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">We are sure you will be relieved to know the topics of discussion. So were our viewers! This session was no other session but a highly informative one, where we had a delightful discussion on the latest developments that are taking place in cancer treatment research. Dr Anil explained all the topics in a crisp yet informative manner. For those who came live with us, we are sure you must have had some valuable takeaways!<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Worry not for those who couldn&#8217;t attend the session, as this article will give you all the key takeaways and enrich your understanding of cancer.<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Dr. Anil Thakwani started the session by introducing our viewers to the concept of cancer &#8211; the uncontrolled multiplication of body cells due to genetic mutations within our bodies. There are two types of tumors &#8211; benign and malignant. A benign tumor, generally, doesn&#8217;t need much treatment as it is non-invasive. But when it comes to malignant tumors, they have invading properties and can spread to almost all the body&#8217;s major organs like\u00a0<\/span><a class=\"editor-rtfLink\" href=\"https:\/\/gomedii.com\/blogs\/english\/treatments\/brain-vp-shunt-surgery-cost-and-hospitals-in-india\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">the brain<\/span><\/a><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">,\u00a0<\/span><a class=\"editor-rtfLink\" href=\"https:\/\/gomedii.com\/blogs\/english\/treatments\/bone-marrow-transplant-at-hcg-kolkata\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">bone<\/span><\/a><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">, spleen,\u00a0<\/span><a class=\"editor-rtfLink\" href=\"https:\/\/gomedii.com\/blogs\/english\/health-a2z\/ways-to-clean-up-lungs\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">lungs<\/span><\/a><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">, liver,\u00a0<\/span><a class=\"editor-rtfLink\" href=\"https:\/\/gomedii.com\/blogs\/english\/treatments\/laparoscopic-lymph-node-biopsy-cost-in-india\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">lymph<\/span><\/a><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">\u00a0nodes, etc.<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Malignant tumors create problems depending on the work of the organ. For example, if the\u00a0<\/span><a class=\"editor-rtfLink\" href=\"https:\/\/gomedii.com\/blogs\/english\/treatments\/brain-tumor-surgery-cost-in-india\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">tumor<\/span><\/a><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">\u00a0is affecting\u00a0<\/span><a class=\"editor-rtfLink\" href=\"https:\/\/gomedii.com\/blogs\/english\/treatments\/liver-transplant-hpb-surgery-in-india\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">the liver<\/span><\/a><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">, then it will be manifested in the form of\u00a0<\/span><a class=\"editor-rtfLink\" href=\"https:\/\/gomedii.com\/blogs\/english\/health-a2z\/causes-jaundice-in-adults\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">jaundice<\/span><\/a><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">. In the case of the spleen, that organ would start painting and wouldn&#8217;t go away with regular medications.<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Cancer onset and its spread depend on two significant genes &#8211; oncogenes and tumor-suppressive genes. Once genes in humans are in an inactive form, the mitosis takes place in a monitored manner. Tumor-suppressive genes in humans are active and help control tumor formations. If the activation status of these genes gets reversed, cancer occurs.<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Q: Is Cancer Preventable In Nature?<\/span><\/h2>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">A:<\/span><\/strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">\u00a0According to Dr Anil Thakwani, this is the most asked question by patients. According to him, cancer can be prevented by understanding its factors, as it is a multi-factorial disease.<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">1. Risk Factors<\/span><\/h3>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Firstly, it&#8217;s best to understand the risk factors that can increase your chances of getting cancer, like:<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<ul style=\"text-align: justify;\">\n<li><a class=\"editor-rtfLink\" href=\"https:\/\/gomedii.com\/blogs\/english\/health-a2z\/genital-warts-treatment-in-delhi\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Genital<\/span><\/strong><\/a><strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">\u00a0infections<\/span><\/strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">, especially in females. This can be avoided by undergoing appropriate\u00a0<\/span><a class=\"editor-rtfLink\" href=\"https:\/\/gomedii.com\/blogs\/english\/medical-tourism-facts\/vaccinations-are-required-for-travel-to-india\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">vaccinations<\/span><\/a><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">\u00a0and maintaining\u00a0<\/span><a class=\"editor-rtfLink\" href=\"https:\/\/gomedii.com\/blogs\/english\/health-a2z\/good-hand-hygiene-habits-in-kids\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">hygiene<\/span><\/a><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">.<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Consumption of\u00a0<\/span><a class=\"editor-rtfLink\" href=\"https:\/\/gomedii.com\/blogs\/english\/health-a2z\/impacts-of-alcohol\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">alcohol<\/span><\/strong><\/a><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">\u00a0is excessive.<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Exposure to\u00a0<\/span><strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">unnecessary radiation.<\/span><\/strong><\/li>\n<li><a class=\"editor-rtfLink\" href=\"https:\/\/gomedii.com\/blogs\/english\/health-a2z\/obesity-in-children\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Obesity<\/span><\/strong><\/a><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">, especially for\u00a0<\/span><a class=\"editor-rtfLink\" href=\"https:\/\/gomedii.com\/blogs\/english\/treatments\/types-of-breast-cancer-surgeries-in-india\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">breast<\/span><\/a><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">,\u00a0<\/span><a class=\"editor-rtfLink\" href=\"https:\/\/gomedii.com\/blogs\/english\/international-health-news\/why-stomach-cancer-cases-are-rising-in-india\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">stomach<\/span><\/a><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">, and intestine cancers.<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Extended\u00a0<\/span><strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">sun exposure<\/span><\/strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">\u00a0can cause\u00a0<\/span><a class=\"editor-rtfLink\" href=\"https:\/\/gomedii.com\/blogs\/english\/health-a2z\/skin-cancer\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">skin cancer<\/span><\/a><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">.<\/span><\/li>\n<li><strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Environmental pollutants<\/span><\/strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">\u00a0(prevalent in India and African nations) can cause\u00a0<\/span><a class=\"editor-rtfLink\" href=\"https:\/\/gomedii.com\/blogs\/english\/treatments\/lung-transplant-surgery-cost-in-india\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">lung<\/span><\/a><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">\u00a0cancer and Asbestosis (due to prolonged exposure to\u00a0<\/span><strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">asbestos fibers<\/span><\/strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">\u00a0in the air).<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Coming to the prevention part, cancer can be prevented and even cured if caught at an early stage &#8211;\u00a0<\/span><strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Stage 1 or Stage 2<\/span><\/strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">. According to Dr Thakwani, 70% of cancer cases can be prevented if people keep in mind the risk factors and opt for annual screening tests. He added that one should never ignore symptoms that are not going away.<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">2. Screening Tests<\/span><\/h3>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Dr Thakwani suggested that one should undergo screening tests after a certain age. Moreover, as soon as you see a particular symptom, you should never ignore it. It&#8217;s best to consult a specialist who can guide you further. India offers free screening tests to certain Indian age groups.<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<ul style=\"text-align: justify;\">\n<li><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">One should go for annual\u00a0<\/span><strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">early mammograms<\/span><\/strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">\u00a0after the age of 25-30 years so that cancer can be detected at an early stage.<\/span><\/li>\n<li><strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">BCRA Gene test<\/span><\/strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">\u00a0to detect breast or ovarian cancer.<\/span><\/li>\n<li><strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">PSA or Prostate Specific Antigen test<\/span><\/strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">\u00a0to detect\u00a0<\/span><a class=\"editor-rtfLink\" href=\"https:\/\/gomedii.com\/blogs\/english\/treatments\/all-about-affordable-prostate-cancer-treatment-in-india\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">prostate<\/span><\/a><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">\u00a0cancer. Only a tiny blood sample of yours is required (5 ml) to examine for prostate cancer. If the PSA velocity is high, further tests may be required.<\/span><\/li>\n<li><strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Low-dose CT scan<\/span><\/strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">\u00a0for lung cancer; only when recommended.<\/span><\/li>\n<li><strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Pap Smear<\/span><\/strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">\u00a0for\u00a0<\/span><a class=\"editor-rtfLink\" href=\"https:\/\/gomedii.com\/blogs\/english\/health-a2z\/preventing-cervical-cancer\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">cervical<\/span><\/a><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">\u00a0cancer should be done at least once every year, starting from 15-16 years of age onwards.<\/span><\/li>\n<li><strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">CEA test and occult fecal\u00a0<\/span><\/strong><a class=\"editor-rtfLink\" href=\"https:\/\/gomedii.com\/blogs\/english\/treatments\/advanced-blood-cancer-treatment-in-india\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">blood<\/span><\/strong><\/a><strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">\u00a0test<\/span><\/strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">\u00a0for\u00a0<\/span><a class=\"editor-rtfLink\" href=\"https:\/\/gomedii.com\/blogs\/english\/treatments\/colon-cancer-treatment-hospitals-in-india\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">colon<\/span><\/a><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">\u00a0cancer.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">3. Vaccinations<\/span><\/h3>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Dr Thakwani also discussed the vaccines that one can opt for to prevent cancer. Certain cancers like cervical cancer and liver cancer start with the starts. One can avoid such cancers by being updated with one&#8217;s vaccination schedule.<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Cervical cancer is caused by certain strains of HPV or Human papillomavirus. While some strains cause genital warts, others can cause cancer. Common HPV strains include strains 16 and 18, while rare ones include strains 6 and 11. Dr Anil Thakwani stressed how women infected with HPV have a 50% higher chance of developing cervical cancer. Moreover, it can also lead to head-neck malignancies.\u00a0<\/span><strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">But fret not. It can be prevented with a vaccine!<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">There are various types of cervical cancer vaccines like bivalent HPV vaccine or polyvalent HPV vaccine. India has started manufacturing these vaccines, which has reduced its costs considerably.<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Liver cancer is mainly caused by the\u00a0<\/span><a class=\"editor-rtfLink\" href=\"https:\/\/gomedii.com\/blogs\/english\/international-health-news\/hepatitis-b-and-c-affecting-people\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Hepatitis B<\/span><\/a><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">\u00a0virus. But it can be prevented by opting for the Hepatitis B vaccine ( 3 doses + 1 booster dose).\u00a0<\/span><a class=\"editor-rtfLink\" href=\"https:\/\/gomedii.com\/blogs\/english\/health-a2z\/causes-jaundice-in-adults\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Jaundice<\/span><\/a><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">\u00a0or liver\u00a0<\/span><a class=\"editor-rtfLink\" href=\"https:\/\/gomedii.com\/blogs\/english\/treatments\/liver-cirrhosis-treatment-in-india\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">cirrhosis<\/span><\/a><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">\u00a0can also lead to the development of liver cancer in the later course of life.<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Q: Are There Effective Treatments Available For Cancer That Have Progressed Despite Prior Treatments?<\/span><\/h2>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">A:<\/span><\/strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">\u00a0According to Dr Anil Thakwani, five primary advanced treatments are available to fight cancer. These treatments, unlike the conventional ones, have minimal side effects. Moreover, these cells do not harm the healthy cells. These advancements in treatments are:<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<ul style=\"text-align: justify;\">\n<li><strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Targeted Therapy<\/span><\/strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">: Although costlier than conventional therapies, it has zero side effects.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<ul style=\"text-align: justify;\">\n<li><strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Hormone Therapy<\/span><\/strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">: It is a wonder drug for cancers of the prostate, ovaries, or breast. These cancers feed on hormones like estrogen and testosterone. Hormone therapy administers receptor blockers that prevent the flow of hormones to the affected areas, starving the cancer and stopping it from growing. Some medicines even completely stop the body from making these natural hormones.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<ul style=\"text-align: justify;\">\n<li><a class=\"editor-rtfLink\" href=\"https:\/\/gomedii.com\/blogs\/english\/doctors-hospitals\/immunotherapy-cost-in-chennai\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Immunotherapy<\/span><\/strong><\/a><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">: When cancer cells become more robust than the immune system, immune checkpoint inhibitors are given that block the checkpoint proteins from binding with their partner proteins. This prevents the off signal from being sent, allowing the T-cells to kill cancer cells.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<ul style=\"text-align: justify;\">\n<li><strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">CAR T-cell Therapy<\/span><\/strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">: It is the latest type of immunotherapy. Cancer cells tend to change their configuration after a while, making it difficult for the T-cell receptors to bind with cancer cells to kill them. The patient&#8217;s T-cells are collected and genetically engineered in this therapy by developing CAR receptors. They are then reintroduced into the patient&#8217;s body to kill the cancer cells.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<ul style=\"text-align: justify;\">\n<li><strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">LINAC or Linear Accelerator:\u00a0<\/span><\/strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">One of the most advanced medical equipment to administer high-dose radiation to the patient to kill off the cancer cells. Through this machine, the intensity of the radiation can be modulated according to the spread of the cancer. For example,\u00a0<\/span><strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">respiratory gating<\/span><\/strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">\u00a0is a clever method that uses computer software to control when radiation is given while a patient breathes. During treatment, a tumor may shift, especially in body parts that move when we breathe, like the lungs, chest, or abdomen. This technology helps make sure the radiation hits the right spot.\u00a0<\/span><strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Gating radiation<\/span><\/strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">\u00a0is also given when the tumor is in the left breast so that the heart is not affected because of radiation.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">As Dr Thakwani said, there are no significant side effects of LINAC.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Q: How Can Cancer Be Diagnosed Without Complex Biopsy Procedures?<\/span><\/h2>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">A:<\/span><\/strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">\u00a0Dr Thakwani was prompt in answering this question. He says the traditional way of detecting cancer has been a biopsy. Many developed nations like the Americas and the European Union still do needle biopsies for diagnosing cancer. Needle biopsy might be a fool-proof diagnostic test, but it has complications. For example,\u00a0<\/span><strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Pneumothorax<\/span><\/strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">\u00a0is the most common complication of needle aspiration or biopsy of the lung. It is a condition when air collects in the pleural cavity outside the lung. This accumulation of air between the parietal and visceral pleura can exert pressure on the lung, leading to its collapse.<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">However, in India, an advanced technique for biopsy is used to avoid complications like Pneumothorax called\u00a0<\/span><strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">liquid biopsy<\/span><\/strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">. This takes 5ml of your blood as a sample for detecting tumor cells. Liquid biopsy is better than needle biopsy as it further reduces the complications accompanying biopsy.<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Conclusion<\/span><\/h2>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Dr Thakwani finished the session by answering some questions our audience asked. 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