ONCOLOGY
Long term illnesses are dreaded. One of the most feared and widespread disease is Cancer. For some, it may run in the genetics while for others it happens due to toxic exposure, lifestyle or behavioral exposures. Cancer is an uncontrolled growth of cells which takes a lot from the patient. It is a disease that is unbiased of age and gender.
ONCOLOGY
Females may suffer from cancer in the uterus, cervix, ovaries, and vagina. The main cause of cancer in these vital organs is infection. The DNA of the cells in these organs reverses their function giving birth to the disease.
Sitting back and wondering what destiny threw is not enough! All cancer patients need to be strong-willed and positive. These are easier things to speak of but only an oncologist can help health both the body and mind. For females, Dr.Rashmi Vyas is the best treating doctor who is equipped with the latest technology of treatment.
Who is an Oncologist?
You must be thinking that who is an oncologist?
An oncologist is a doctor who treats cancer and provides medical care to the person suffering from cancer. Studying its prevention and treatment refers to Oncology. The treatment for cancer is offered via medical, surgical, and radiation. The medical oncologists use chemotherapy for the treatment. The procedure of surgery involves the removal of tumor and radiation includes radiation therapy.
Our gynecologic oncologist, Dr.RashmiVyashtreats gynecologic cancers, such as uterine, ovarian and cervical cancer. She is supported by our expert pathologists, diagnostic radiologists, and oncology nurse. If you are unaware and do not know how to move ahead with the treatment of cancer, you must visit our clinic. Our team is equipped to handle your queries further suggesting you with the best treatment solution.
How does our oncologist diagnose Cervical Cancer?
The experienced oncologist at our clinic takes the patient for the Pap test. During the test, the doctor would take the sample of cells from the surface of the cervix inside the vagina. The sample is then sent to the pathology department for screening.
How does our oncologist diagnose the Vaginal Cancer?
Our expert, Dr.RashmiVyash would take you for a test. For diagnosis, the vagina is examined through a magnifying instrument called a colposcope. The doctor then sees for any abnormalities. Sometimes, the suspicious tissues of the vagina are removed and sent for further screening to the lab. This is referred to as a Biopsy.
How would our oncologist doctor treat vaginal cancer?
Our surgical oncologist would treat vaginal cancer choosing any of the treating methods:
- Remove the small tumors or lesions. It can happen with cancer that is limited to the surface of your vagina.
- Remove the vagina, either partial or entire, depending on if cancer has spread to uterus or ovaries.
- Removal of the pelvic organs if cancer has spread to the pelvic area.
What kinds of tests we do at our clinic?
Our Oncologist might take you for a physical examination to find abnormalities that indicate cancer. To confirm the possibility of cancer, they can also do blood and urine tests or imaging scans like MRIs, ultrasounds, and CT scans. Oncologists at our clinic may also recommend biopsies to detect cancer cell tissues.
How do we find a good oncologist?
You can come to visit our clinic and meet our oncologist. You may discuss your disease, symptoms, and other issues with them.
How will our oncologist help us in the first meeting?
After the cancer is confirmed, the oncologist will guide on :
- The kind of cancer and the stage of the disease.
- Further diagnostic tests that need to be taken.
- Any specialist to be consulted.
The treatment options.
What are the alternative treatments an oncologist would recommend if surgery and radiation do not cure cancer?
If surgery and radiation do not cure, then our oncologist will recommend chemotherapy.
Is Radiation Therapy effective?
Radiation therapy quickly treats cancer by killing the cells. It may at times lead to side effects due to intense radiations and the area aimed at.