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  Paediatric cancer is referred to as the cancer of children. The disease is mainly seen from 0 to 14 years of age and it can be in various types. The types are leukemias, brain and other central nervous system related tumours. These tumours are known as paediatric tumours and it can turn into paediatric cancer. SYMPTOMS  Headache that is unaffected by over-the-counter remedies weakness in one side of the body or any other body part Walking is challenging Difficulty with everyday tasks including reading and speaking Changes that can be felt in the senses of taste and smell Issues with bladder control Mood, attitude, or behaviour changes Diarrhoea Memory loss MEDICATION  Chemotherapy: This treatment helps to kill the cancerous causing cell.  Drug therapy: This type of treatment targets a particular body part cells and tries to kill the cells rather than the whole body part.  The children cannot easily understand the problem, for this parents need to observe their...

  A Dobutamine Stress Echocardiogram (DSE) is a medical test that is used to evaluate how well the heart functions under stress. The test involves the use of a medication called Dobutamine, which is administered intravenously to mimic the effects of exercise on the heart. The test involves the use of a medication called Dobutamine, which is administered intravenously to mimic the effects of exercise on the heart. During the test, a trained healthcare professional will monitor the patient's heart rate, blood pressure, and other vital signs. An echocardiogram is performed before the medication is administered and at specific intervals during the test. This allows the healthcare professional to evaluate the patient's heart function under both rest and stress conditions. DSE is used to diagnose and evaluate a range of heart conditions, including coronary artery disease, valvular heart disease, and heart failure. It is also used to assess the effectiveness of treatment for these co...

  Bladder cancer is a type of cancer that begins in the bladder — a balloon-shaped organ in the pelvic area that stores urine. Bladder cancer begins most often in the cells that line the inside of the bladder. Bladder cancer typically affects older adults, though it can occur at any age. The great majority of bladder cancers are diagnosed at an early stage — when bladder cancer is highly treatable. However, even early-stage bladder cancer is likely to recur. For this reason, bladder cancer survivors often undergo follow-up tests to look for bladder cancer recurrence for years after treatment.  SYMPTOMS Blood or blood clots in the urine Pain or burning sensation during urination Frequent urination Feeling the need to urinate many times throughout the night Feeling the need to urinate, but not being able to pass urine Lower back pain on 1 side of the body In the event that cancer is discovered, managing symptoms is still a crucial component of care and treatment. Palliative car...

  A spinal tumour is a malignancy that appears either inside the spinal column's bones or in the spinal canal. It might be malignant or not. When abnormal cells grow uncontrollably in the spinal cord or the bones, tissues, fluid, or nerves that make up the spinal column, cancer of the spine results. Many people are diagnosed with spinal cancer each year, which develops from the tissue of the spine itself. SYMPTOMS The type, size, and location of the tumour, as well as the patient's age and medical history, all affect the symptoms of spine cancer. Symptoms of spinal cancer include; Pain in the arms, legs, back, neck, or other body parts Tingling and numbness in the extremities Weakness Having trouble urinating (incontinence) Alterations in posture, including hunching over (kyphosis) Spinal irregularities Clumsiness Overall loss of feeling The inability to move the legs when walking Discomfort or trouble standing TREATMENT OF CANCER Surgery: Try to remove the tumour when it onl...

  An Inferior Vena Cava (IVC) filter is a medical device used to prevent blood clots from reaching the lungs. The IVC is a large vein that carries blood from the lower body to the heart. Sometimes, blood clots can form in the lower body and travel up to the lungs, causing a pulmonary embolism, which can be life-threatening. IVC filters are typically used in patients who are at high risk for pulmonary embolism and cannot use blood-thinning medications. IVC filters are small, cage-like devices that are inserted into the IVC through a small incision in the groin or neck. The device is then guided up to the IVC using imaging techniques such as ultrasound or X-ray. Once in place, the filter expands to catch any blood clots that are traveling through the vein. The procedure to insert an IVC filter is generally safe and relatively quick, taking around 30 minutes. However, as with any medical procedure, there are potential risks and complications, including bleeding, infection, and migrat...

When cells in the prostate gland begin to grow out of control, prostate cancer develops. Only males have a gland called the prostate. It produces a portion of the fluid that makes up semen. The prostate is located in front of the rectum, which is the last part of the intestines. It is below the bladder, which is a hollow organ that stores urine. Seminal vesicles, or glands that produce most of the fluid for sperm, are located just behind the prostate. The centre of the prostate is where the urethra, the tube that takes urine and sperm out of the body through the penis, is located. Prostate Cancer usually does not cause symptoms in early stages. When there are symptoms, they may include: ● Urinary problems, such as :   > not being able to urinate at all   > having a hard time starting or stopping the flow of urine   > having to urinate often, especially at night   > having pain or burning during urination ● Difficulty having an erection...

  All tumors are not the same, they are different in size and shape. 3D CRT radiation helps to find out the actual shape and size of the tumor. Typically CRT images allow high-energy X-ray beam rays to be delivered through body parts to treat the tumor. Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MR scans), Computer Assisted (CT), and Positron Emission Tomography (PET scans) use fusion or individual ways, to create informatively, three-dimensional representations of the tumor and other affected organs. 3D CRT allows a high amount of accuracy and precision during the delivery of radiation treatment. Mainly it recommends addressing the tumors that are close to important organs.  WHAT ARE THE BENEFITS OF 3D CRT Different individuals get the benefit after going through the 3D CRT treatment; Brain cancer Head and neck cancer Prostate cancer Liver cancer Lung cancer Doctors specialising in this field can provide intricate guidance on the cases. One should always be aware and look out for symptoms w...

  The pericardium is a tough fibroelastic double-walled sac that encloses the heart and great vessels. It is also called the pericardial sac. It protects and lubricates the heart and keeps it in place within the chest. Problems can occur when the pericardium becomes inflamed or fills with fluid. The swelling can damage your heart and affect its function. Pericardiocentesis is also called a pericardial tap. Pericardiocentesis is a procedure done to remove fluid that has built up in the sac around the heart (pericardium). It's done using a needle and a small catheter to drain excess fluid. A fibrous sac known as the pericardium surrounds the heart. Pericardiocentesis is a procedure performed to remove pericardial fluid from the pericardial sac. It is often performed in the setting of pericardial tamponade to correct hypotension due to decreased stroke volume from extrinsic compression of the chambers of the heart. It is not unusual to experience being worn out for numerous days or p...

  A solid piece of material that forms in the kidney from substances in the urine is called a kidney stone . It could be as big as a pearl or as small as a grain of sand. The majority of kidney stones dissolve without the intervention of a physician. But there are times when a stone won't go away. It could become lodged in the urinary tract, obstruct the flow of urine, and result in severe pain. The following may be signs of kidney stones that need a doctor's help: ● Extreme pain in your back or side that will not go away ● Blood in your urine ● Fever and chills ● Vomiting ● Urine that smells bad or looks cloudy ● A burning feeling when you urinate Your doctor will diagnose a kidney stone with urine, blood, and imaging tests If you have a stone that won't pass on its own, you may need treatment. It can be done with shock waves; with a scope inserted through the tube that carries urine out of the body, called the urethra; or with surgery. Diagnosis Blood testing: It's p...

  TYPES Three general categories can be used to classify thyroid carcinoma, namely: Differentiated (includes papillary, follicular and Hurthle cell) (includes papillary, follicular and Hurthle cell) Medullary Thyrotoxic Anaplastic Papillary Cancer The most frequent type of thyroid cancer, accounting for about 80–85% of all reported occurrences, is papillary carcinomas or papillary adenocarcinomas. The follicular cells within the gland are impacted by papillary carcinoma. Usually, one of the two lobes of the gland that spread quite slowly contains it. It could occasionally migrate to the neck lymph nodes. Thyroid Medullary Cancer It is a type of thyroid cancer that develops from C cells found inside the thyroid gland. For the most part, the C cells are in charge of secreting the calcitonin hormone. There are two types of medullary thyroid cancer: familial medullary thyroid cancer and spontaneous (non-inherited, non-genetic) medullary thyroid cancer (genetic, inherited across generat...