What does a radiation oncologist do?

A radiation oncologist evaluates individual patients, determining the best management plan, overseeing treatment and assessing progress. Radiation Oncologists may also order tests and images, prescribe medications, and consult with other doctors involved with cancer treatment.

What are the typical symptoms of cancer?

There may be Change in bowel or bladder habit, sore that does not heal, Unusual bleeding or discharge, Thickening or lump in the breast or elsewhere, Indigestion or difficulty in swallowing, Obvious change in a wart or mole and hoarseness in voice.

Which tests/ investigations are generally required by the radiation oncologist?

Chest x-rays and various imaging procedures are required by the radiation oncologist.

Will the radiation hurt?

Most people feel little to no discomfort during treatment but some may experience weakness or nausea.

How long does it take for radiation to remove the tumor?

It depends on the type of tumor, For tumors that divide slowly, the mass may shrink over a long, extended period after radiation stops. The median time for a prostate cancer to shrink is about 18 months.

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One of the best Interventional Radiologists & Oncologist in his acclaimed region
Holds an experience of over 2500 major interventional radiology cases
Performed over 1800 procedures like Radio Frequency Ablation Surgery, Dialysis Treatment, angioplasty surgery etc
Expertise in Liver Cancer, Percutaneous Ethanol Injection (PEI), Radiofrequency Ablation (RF), Conventional Transarterial Chemoembolization (CTACE), DC Bead Embolisation, Portal Vein Embolisation and Radioembolisation (SIRT)
Holds extensive research background with more than 30 publications and scientific articles, numerous abstracts and presentations at various national and international meetings to his credit
Member of Karanataka Medical Council & India and General Medical Council, UK