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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Dr. Mirza Athar Ali is a skilled Radiation Oncologist having 12 years of rich experience.
His areas of specialization are Intensity Modulated Radiotherapy, Image Guided Radiotherapy, Brachytherapy, Electronic Medical Record, etc.
He completed his MBBS from Rajiv Gandhi University of Health Sciences in 2004 and MD in Radiotherapy from Rajasthan University of Health Science, Jaipur, in 2009.
He is an active member of the Association of Medical Physicists of India and the Association of Radiation Oncologists of India.