Cancer is no longer seen as a death sentence. Over the last few decades, medical science has made tremendous progress in both diagnosing and treating cancer, offering patients better survival rates and improved quality of life. Today, early detection, advanced diagnostic tools, and innovative treatments make it possible to manage—and even cure—many types of cancer.
How Cancer Treatments Have Changed Over Time
Years ago, cancer treatment was limited and often invasive. Surgery to remove tumors was the most common approach, sometimes followed by radiation therapy. Chemotherapy, while effective for certain cancers, often caused severe side effects due to its effect on healthy cells as well as cancer cells.
Today, things look very different. Medical advancements have brought:
- Targeted Therapies that specifically attack cancer cells without harming healthy tissue.
- Immunotherapy that boosts the body’s immune system to fight cancer naturally.
- Minimally Invasive Surgeries that shorten recovery time and reduce complications.
- Advanced Imaging for earlier detection, improving the chances of successful treatment.
Investigations that Help Diagnose Cancer Better
Accurate diagnosis is the first step in effective cancer care. Doctors may use a combination of these tests to get a complete picture:
- PET Scan (Positron Emission Tomography): This scan helps identify cancer’s location and whether it has spread to other parts of the body. It provides a detailed image of how tissues and organs are functioning.
- MRI (Magnetic Resonance Imaging): Offers detailed images of soft tissues to detect tumors.
- CT Scan (Computed Tomography): Helps in spotting abnormal growths and assessing their size.
- Biopsy: The gold standard for confirming cancer by examining tissue under a microscope.
- Blood Tests & Tumor Markers: Identify specific substances that may indicate cancer.
These investigations give doctors a clearer understanding of the cancer’s stage, spread, and behavior, helping them choose the best treatment path.
Treatment Options
Cancer treatment is personalized—no single plan fits all. Your treatment may involve one or more of the following approaches:
- Chemotherapy
- Uses strong medicines to kill cancer cells or stop them from growing.
- May be given orally or through injections.
- Often used in combination with other treatments.
- Radiation Therapy
- Uses high-energy rays to destroy cancer cells.
- Targets specific areas, causing minimal harm to healthy tissues.
- Immunotherapy
- Strengthens your immune system so it can fight cancer cells more effectively.
- Can be in the form of injections / Intravenous or pills.
- Surgical Tumor Excision
- Removes cancerous tumors physically.
- Can be minimally invasive or open surgery, depending on the tumor’s size and location.
Why a Specialist Consultation is Key
A detailed discussion with an oncologist or oncosurgeon is essential before starting treatment. The results from your investigations will guide the doctor in creating a treatment plan tailored to your needs—maximizing effectiveness and minimizing side effects.
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