Do gynecologists screen for cancer?
Cancer screening is a normal part of a well-woman's appointment with your gynaecologist. your gynaecologist can perform a breast exam, feel your Ovaries, and examine the cervix.
When does a girl need to see a gynaecologist for the first time?
We recommend that girls first see a gynaecologist when they are between the ages of 13 and 15.
Is it necessary to visit the doctor every month during pregnancy?
Yes, for a healthy pregnancy, your doctor will probably want to see you on the following recommended schedule of prenatal visits: Weeks 4 to 28: 1 prenatal visit a month Weeks 28 to 36: 1 prenatal visit every 2 weeks Weeks 36 to 40: 1 prenatal visit every week.
What is laparoscopy?
A procedure that uses a laparoscope, is a way of doing surgery using small incisions (cuts). Inserted through the abdominal wall, to examine the inside of the abdomen.
Why is prenatal care important?
Prenatal care can help prevent complications and inform women about important steps they can take to protect their babies and stay healthy. It can improve the chances of a healthy pregnancy.
What is Surgical Oncology?
Surgical oncology is a field of medicine that uses surgery to treat cancer. Its main goal is to find harmful tumours in the body and remove them. Doctors who practice surgical oncology can find out if the disease has spread to other parts of your body.
Whom I should consult for Thyroid Tumours?
If you are worried about thyroid cancer, the first step you need to take is to visit your Head and Neck specialists. They can diagnose and treat your thyroid cancer so you can get on with your life.
How does radiation therapy work?
Radiation therapy is a cancer treatment that uses high doses of radiation to kill cancer cells and shrink tumours.Cancer cells begin to die days or weeks after treatment starts, and continue to die for weeks or months after it finishes.
What are the symptoms of cancer?
The earlier cancer is detected, the greater the chance of curing it Change in bowel or bladder habits Unusual bleeding or discharge Thickening or lump in the breast or other parts of the body Anemia Changes on skin.
What are the most common types of cancer?
Non-melanoma Skin Cancer Breast Cancer Leukemia Kidney Cancer Pancreatic Cancer.
