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Frequently Asked Questions
Continental Hospitals has some of the best oncologist in Hyderabad like Dr. AVS Suresh, a Senior Consultant Medical Oncologist & Hematologist, as a leading choice. Dr. Suresh boasts extensive experience, managing a high volume of hemato-oncology cases and performing over 500 stem cell transplants. Continental Hospitals itself is recognized for its department of Medical Oncology offering evidence-based cancer treatment.
An oncologist is a medical doctor who specializes in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer.
There are three main types of oncologists: medical oncologists (treat cancer with chemotherapy), surgical oncologists (perform surgery to remove tumors), and radiation oncologists (use radiation therapy to treat cancer).
Oncologists provide a range of services including cancer diagnosis, treatment planning, chemotherapy, radiation therapy, surgery, and palliative care.
During your first visit, the oncologist will review your medical history, perform a physical examination, and may order additional tests such as blood work or imaging scans to diagnose and stage your cancer.
Oncologists may recommend treatments such as chemotherapy, radiation therapy, surgery, targeted therapy, immunotherapy, or a combination of these approaches depending on the type and stage of cancer.
Side effects vary depending on the type of treatment but may include fatigue, nausea, hair loss, changes in appetite, and an increased risk of infection. Your oncologist will discuss potential side effects and ways to manage them.
The frequency of follow-up visits depends on the type of cancer and treatment plan. Initially, visits may be more frequent, and as treatment progresses, they may become less frequent.
Some cancer treatments can have long-term effects on physical and emotional health. Your oncologist will discuss potential long-term effects with you and provide recommendations for monitoring and managing them.
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