Frequently Asked Questions

 


What diseases or problems does the oncologist treat?

Oncologist

The oncologist at a doctor specialized in diagnosing and treating cancer.


The most common diseases that oncologists treat are:

Anagen effluvium:

Anagen effluvium is the abrupt loss of hair, its most frequent cause is cancer treatment

Anal cancer:

Anal cancer is a type of cancer that occurs in the anus. Anal cancer can cause pain, bleeding, and obstruction. There are a number of different treatments available for anal cancer. Treatment options include surgery, radiation therapy, and chemotherapy.

Bone cancer :

Bone cancer originates within the bone mass, causing weakening of the bones.

Brain tumor:

Brain tumor is a benign or malignant mass that originates in the brain.

Breast cancer:

Breast cancer is a malignant tumor in the mammary glands. It is the result of mutations, or abnormal changes, in the genes that regulate the growth of cells causing uncontrolled growth of mammary cells.

Breast cancer :

Breast cancer is the development of a malignant tumor in the mammary glands.

Cancer:

Cancer is the excessive division of malignant cells which destroy the healthy tissues of the body.

Carcinoma:

Carcinoma is a very common type of cancer that consists of the appearance of tumors on the surface of the skin.

Cervical cancer:

Certain viruses such as human papillomavirus (HPV) are the main cause of cervical cancer. It can be prevented by the HPV vaccine, responsible sex and early detection of HPV for initiation of treatment against it.

Cervical cancer:

Cervical cancer is the development of malignant cells in the cervix.

Cervical dysplasia:

Cervical dysplasia refers to abnormal changes in the cells of the cervix, they can be considered pre-cancerous because they lead to cancer if there is no early care.

Colon cancer:

Colon cancer is a type of cancer that occurs in the colon. Colon cancer can cause pain, bleeding, and obstruction. There are a number of different treatments available for colon cancer. Treatment options include surgery, radiation therapy, and chemotherapy.

Craniopharyngioma:

Craniopharyngioma is a malignant mass that is located in the brain or near the brain mass, causing pressure between different nerves and parts of the brain.

Endometrial cancer:

Endometrial cancer is the development of malignant cells in the endometrium.

Fallopian cancer:

Fallopian cancer is the development of malignant cells in one or both fallopian tubes.

Hernia:

Hernia is the rupture of an organ or tissue in a cavity. It can be defined as "the protrusion of an organ or part out of its normal confines". A hernia occurs when something pushes through a hole or tear in the wall that contains it.

Leukemia:

Leukemia is a type of cancer resulting from the excessive formation of white blood cells that lodges in the spinal cord.

Liver cancer:

Liver cancer can occur after liver diseases such as hepatitis and NASH damage liver cells. Symptoms may include fatigue, jaundice, and abdominal pain.

Lung cancer:

Lung cancer is the overgrowth of malignant glands in the lungs causing failure and blockages.

Lymphomas:

Lymphomas is a proliferation of defensive cells of the immune system, initiating cancer in the lymphatic system.

Mastectomy:

Mastectomy is a surgical procedure in which the surgeon removes all or part of the breast tissue.

Melanoma:

Melanoma is a type of skin cancer. It occurs when melanocytes, pigment producing cells, become cancerous.

Mouth cancer:

Mouth cancer is a type of cancer that occurs in the mouth. Mouth cancer can cause pain, bleeding, and obstruction. There are a number of different treatments available for mouth cancer. Treatment options include surgery, radiation therapy, and chemotherapy.

Myelomas:

Myelomas are plasma cells (a type of white blood cell) that clump together in the bone marrow, forming tumors in the bones.

Neurofibromas:

Neurofibromas are tumors that form within nerves and appear as lumps on or under the skin.

Neutropenia:

Neutropenia is the abnormal decrease in white blood cells, making it prone to infection

Ovarian cancer:

Ovarian cancer is the development of malignant cells in the ovaries.

Peritoneal cancer :

Peritoneal cancer is the development of malignant cells on the inner wall of the abdomen.

Skin biopsy:

A skin biopsy is an examination that is performed on a small portion of skin or tissue, in order to rule out or confirm the existence of malignant cells.

Skin cancer:

Cutaneous cancer is caused by the transformation of skin cells to malignant cells such as keratinocytes and melanocytes. Mostly, skin cancers grow rapidly and uncontrollably.

Stomach cancer:

"Stomach cancer is a type of cancer that occurs in the stomach. Stomach cancer can cause pain, bleeding, and obstruction. There are a number of different treatments available for stomach cancer. Treatment options include surgery, radiation therapy, and chemotherapy.

Throat cancer:

Throat cancer is a type of cancer that occurs in the throat. Throat cancer can cause pain, bleeding, and blockage. There are several different treatments available for throat cancer. Treatment options include surgery, radiation therapy, and chemotherapy.

Tonsil cáncer:

Tonsil cancer is rare cancer that begins in the tissues of the tonsils. Symptoms may include neck mass, sore throat, and earache.

Tumors:

Tumors are masses or lumps that can occur in a variety of different tissues and organs. Tumors can cause pain, swelling, and obstruction.

Urological cancer:

Urological cancer is a term that refers to a number of different types of cancer that can occur in the urinary tract. Urological cancers can cause pain, bleeding, and obstruction. They can also lead to infertility and even death. There are a number of different treatments available for urological cancers. Treatment options include surgery, radiation therapy, and chemotherapy.

Vaginal cancer:

Vaginal cancer is the development of malignant cells in the vagina.

Vertebral tumor:

The vertebral tumor is a benign or malignant mass that originates in the spine.

Vulvar cancer:

Vulvar cancer is the development of cancer cells on the outside of the female genitalia.


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