Your Guide To Cancer Care

“I think cancer helps to transform a person... It affected me so much that it enabled me to grow, appreciate life and honour my body!”  Manisha Koirala, cancer survivor When 27-year-old Lakshmi Khanagar was diagnosed with blood cancer, she was ignorant of the implications of the disease. She decided to skip the treatment and started distancing herself from her family members. It was a tough time for Lakshmi but with the support of her husband and family, she started with the best cancer treatment in India and even resumed her music. Soon she started playing in live bands while her treatment was going on. Today, she lives her life to the fullest and even has a career in music.  There are many such stories of people diagnosed with cancer who play an inspiring role in stirring and uplifting the lives of other patients. The sheer grit and determination with the undying support of the loved ones is a recipe for recovery for the affected ones.   Lea...

Abnormal cells in the brain are known as  a brain tumor . Normally, the body cells die and are replaced by the new cells but, disturbance in this cycle causes tumor cell growth. The location and growth rate of the tumor determines how severely it can affect the functioning of the nervous system.    Signs to Identify Brain Cancer Headache Brain tumors exert extra pressure on blood vessels and sensitive nerves, which can result in headaches. The patient may experience persistent pain which is different from migraine or stress headaches. The pain is highest in intensity in the mornings Pain in many cases is accompanied by other neurological symptoms and vomiting. Seizures These are often known as the first symptom of a brain tumor. Seizures will make unusual body movements because in these neurons fire uncontrollably. Seizure takes place in many forms- Whole-body convulsions  Flexing or jerking confines to one limb of the body C...

Basal cell carcinoma is a medical condition that begins in the basal cells of the skin. It is a type of skin cancer.  The basal cells create new cells when the older ones die off. When slight transparent bumps start to appear in the skin basal cell carcinoma may appear. This condition is mostly found in areas around the head, neck and face that are exposed to the sun rays.  Why Basal Cell Cancer Occurs? This type of skin cancer occurs when the skin gets exposed to sun rays for prolonged periods. The UV rays of the sun cause the cells to turn cancerous. It is therefore advised to use a broad-spectrum sunscreen before going out in the sun.  What Are The Symptoms Of Basal Cell Cancer? Basal cell cancer appears as certain changes in the skin such as rash growth or sore that does not heal. Some distinct symptoms that help identify this skin cancer are as follows. The skin may appear pearly white with pink bumps that are generally translucent. You may...