Cancer Care

Leukaemia is a type of blood cancer that affects the white blood cells. It primarily starts in the bone marrow, the site where blood cells are produced. The most common types of leukaemia acute lymphoblastic leukaemia (ALL), acute myeloid leukaemia (AML), and chronic myeloid leukaemia (CML). It is crucial to consult a doctor for accurate diagnosis and treatment options specific to the type you might have.

Craniospinal Irradiation is essentially applied on patients who are at a risk of suffering from a disease or metastasized brain tumour. It is also used when the central nervous system (CNS) cannot be treated with chemotherapy.

Inherited blood disorders such as Thalassemia and Sickle Cell Disease (SCD) significantly impact the production and function of haemoglobin, the protein in red blood cells responsible for oxygen transport. Thalassemia affects the body's ability to produce haemoglobin. There are two main types: alpha and beta-thalassemia. The severity of symptoms varies depending on the type and number of gene mutations inherited. Individuals may experience mild to severe anaemia, leading to symptoms like fatigue, weakness, and shortness of breath. Management includes regular blood transfusions and chelation therapy to remove excess iron from the body. SCD is a group of inherited disorders that cause abnormal haemoglobin. The most common form is Sickle Cell Anaemia. In SCD, red blood cells become sickle-shaped, stiff, and sticky, leading to a shortage of healthy red blood cells. These sickle cells can block blood flow in small vessels, causing severe pain and complications such as infections, acute chest syndrome, and stroke. Both Thalassemia and SCD can be cured with Bone Marrow Transplant to improve quality of life and longevity.

The pancreas is a large gland in the digestive system which is positioned in the abdominal cavity just behind the stomach. With the function of producing several vital hormones, it is also a digestive organ. Pancreatic cancer arises when pancreatic cells begin to grow out of control with the formation of a mass, called tumor. These cancerous cells can also effect others parts of the body. There are many types of pancreatic cancer. People who don’t smoke and maintain a healthy lifestyle are at a lower risk of developing this cancer. With its increasing cases every year, the chances of survival is low when diagnosed at a later stage. There are many treatment options available that can advance the quality of life of people with pancreatic cancer.

A malignant tumour that develops in the cells of the lungs, Lung Cancer can be of two types based on cell size – small cell lung cancer and non-small lung cancer.

The tube that connects the mouth and nose to the lungs is called as the Trachea, and the air we breathe goes in and out of the lungs through it. Trachea is placed in front of the oesophagus and it carries the food down from the mouth. It is about 5 - 6 inches long and consists of fibrous tissue rings.