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Should the patient fear cancer be coming back?

A recurrence of cancer can happen in few individuals. It can come back within months or years after completing the treatment. The chance of recurrence often depends upon the type of primary cancer you were treated for. At this point, it is not possible to assess if the cancer would make a comeback. However, one can remain assured about their good health by eating healthy, leading a disciplined lifestyle, quitting smoking and alcohol, keeping up with the doctor’s appointment and taking all prescribed medicines on time. 

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Why Fortis Hospital Vashi is the best hospital for an appointment for Oncology care/treatment in Navi Mumbai?

The Department of Oncology at Fortis Hospital Vashi is a world class facility in treating various types of cancers. Cancer can unfortunately happen to anyone at any age, and the patients need expert care for accurate diagnosis, state-of-the-art facilities for treating this deadly disorder. The expert oncologists, onco surgeons and radiologists assisted by extensively trained paramedical staff ensure round-the-clock care with compassion for the patients battling cancer. Our counsellors, nutritionists extend all possible support for eating healthy, staying confident and keeping faith, and positivity during and after the treatment. The periodical follow-ups with the consultants, diagnostic tests help the patient in living a normal cancer-free life. 

What type of cancers are treated at Fortis Hopsital, Vashi?

The Department of Oncology, at Fortis Hospital, Vashi is well-equipped for handling the most complex and complicated cases of cancer/tumours. 

Our team of oncologists, surgeons and other specialists offer advanced and quality medical care in treating the following: 

  • Head And Neck Cancer
  • Lung Cancer
  • Breast Cancer
  • Stomach And Intestinal Cancer
  • Cancer Of Cervix, Uterus, Ovaries
  • Lymphomas And Related Blood Cancers
  • Sarcoma Extremity/ Non- Extremity

What are the ways for treating the type and stage of cancer?

Well, the treatment protocol for each individual patient depends on the type of cancer. The first step getting the accurate diagnosis done through blood work, scans and biopsies. Our medical oncologists draw a detailed and custom-made treatment plan for each patient like chemotherapy, radiation, targeted therapy, immunotherapy after analyzing the results.

Trained at world-class facilities, our team of medical oncologists are expert surgeons in both invasive and non-invasive procedures like extracting biopsy samples, removing malignant tumours and reconstructive surgeries, if needed. Chemotherapy and radiation form an important part in cancer treatment and the radiation oncologists draw treatment plan as per the dosage, cycles for combating tumours and for a faster recovery.

What should a patient do if he or she is suspecting cancer?

Stay positive. Being positive and approaching right doctors at the right facility is all you need to do for successfully fighting cancer. We agree that the word cancer can push you and your loved ones into depression but do not lose confidence. We at Fortis Hospital, Vashi are a witness to countless number of patients who not only fought back their cancer but also leading a happy, normal life like everybody else.

We strongly recommend talking to your doctor for understanding the type, stage of cancer and treatment plan. It renews your confidence in facing different stages in cancer treatment with faith and determination. There are many myths associated with cancer and we urge you to get facts from the right experts and follow all the instructions carefully for a faster recovery. Do remember that treatment kicks in soon after getting diagnosis. And the good news is that you will be cancer free in few months. 

What treatments are available for cancer patients at Fortis Hospital, Vashi?

The hospital is equipped with all necessary facilities for treating various types of cancer. The treatment facilities offered at this hospital are:

  • Bone Marrow Biopsy and Aspiration
  • Chemotherapy
  • Cryotherapy
  • Hormone Therapy
  • Pap Smear

Is cancer treatment painful?

Thanks to amazing medical advancements, cancer treatment has evolved and advanced a lot in over a decade. Fortis Hospital, Vashi is a hub of state-of-the-art operation theatres, post-surgery intensive care units and above all, a place to consult cancer experts of highest standard in the world.

Our surgeons are experts in minimally invasive procedures which ensure very little pain, minimum scarring and less hospital stay. However, cancer treatments do come with certain side effects especially while undergoing chemotherapy and radiation like loss of weight, nausea, severe fatigue, baldness but do not worry. As the cancer cells get destroyed, you will slowly become normal. It is extremely important to eat healthy, stay confident, spend time with your loved ones, follow treatment schedules and take medicines on time to win over cancer.

How long should a patient stay in hospital during treatment?

The patient may have to spend few nights in the hospital depending upon the surgery. The discharge depends on the progress made by the patient. Chemotherapy and radiation are done as day care treatments and it wouldn’t require staying at the hospital.