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.

Dr. Sumana Premkumar, Radiation Oncologist in Chennai, India - Appointment

About Dr. Sumana Premkumar

Currently associated as Senior Consultant with Department of Radiation Oncology at SIMS Hospitals, Chennai
Holds vast experience in screening patients for breast or cervical cancers
Monitoring the patients wider treatment with radiation/chemotherapy
Planning the management after inter departmental discussions. Treatment planning after intradepartmental discussion and executing the same with extreme beam radiation (Cobalt, Photons & Electrons) and intracavitary application (high dose rate)
Special Interests are Yoga (like Teaching Yoga Nidra to Cancer Patients directly or using Ipods), Reiki, Music Therapy, Rehabilitation of Survivors, Counseling them and their Familes, Management of the associated treatment Morbidities, Causes and Management of Lymphedema, Management of Stress, Benefits of Hypnotherapy, Knowledge about Breast Prostheses and Wigs.
Member of various renowned organizations such as the Association of Radiation Oncologists of India, Indian Breast Group, and Indian Brachytherapy Society.

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