Early detection of cancer vital - Dr.V. Shanta
Posted on: 07/Mar/2011 12:52:56 AM
Chairman of the Chennai-based Cancer Institute V. Shanta being conferred the Dr.Y. Nayudamma Memorial Award-2010 by Andhra Pradesh High Court judge N.V Ramana at a function in Tenali on Saturday.
The world renowned cancer expert was delivering the 19th Dr. Y. Nayudamma Memorial Lecture after receiving Dr.Nayudamma Award.
Seven danger signs of cancer:
She listed some sure-fire sinister signs of cancer: a lump or thickened blob in any part of the body, especially, breast; a sore or wound that never heals; abnormal discharge or bleeding; constant indigestion or difficulty swallowing; persistent cough or hoarseness; change in bowel habits; and change in a mole or wart.
Emerging Trend:
Comprehensive cancer care, Dr. Shanta said, was the emerging trend on the cancer horizon, and it involved total care from the time of diagnosis, through treatment, follow-up, rehabilitation and many times palliative care.
The multi-disciplinary approach from the stage of diagnosis, treatment planning and actual treatment was the key to success.
Today`s focus is care beyond cure and on to healing, she noted and described cancer care as patient-focussed.
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