Oncology Nutrition

36 years old female presented with severe abdominal pain with jaundice with weakness being wheelchair bound.Her PETCT showed multiple liver metastasis with liver full of disease.However biopsy and immunohistochemistry confirmed high grade Burkitts lymphoma , her MIBI index was 98 % ,which is very aggresive lymphoma which is rapidly fatal if not treated early.She was urgently started on cytoreductive chemotherapy along with TLS prophylaxis of inj rasburicase ,and later intensive chemotherapy along with targeted therapy ( R- Dose adjusted EPOCH).She had rapid symptomatic relief and all liver lesions resolved and patient had complete resolution after 6 cycles of Chemotherapy.High grade lymphomas like Burkitts lymphoma are very aggressive but at the same time can be extremely responsive to high intensity treatment. What is the benefit of immunotherapy? Immunotherapy is used in the treatment of many types of cancers in various stages. It is generally used in advanced stages of cancer to improve symptoms caused by cancer and increasing the duration of life. At Cancer Therapy Hospitals, we have the best oncologists in India who specialize in surgery, hormone therapy, targeted therapy, radiation therapy, chemotherapy, and immunotherapy for cancers in Bangalore. How is Immunotherapy given? Immunotherapy is generally given as infusions in the vein. They enter the blood circulation and influence the immune cells to attack the cancer cells wherever they are in the body. Immunotherapy treatment requires a daycare admission in an Oncology day care unit, and patients are discharged the same day. Immunotherapy is generally given at regular intervals of 2 to 3 weekly for prolonged duration often for many months until the time it is no longer working. Immunotherapy drug doses are generally calculated based on the patient’s weight or come as standard recommended dosing depending upon the drug. What are the side-effects of immunotherapy? Since immunotherapy can also affect some healthy cells, it can lead to side effects and hence should be taken under the care of doctors who are trained in delivering the treatment safely and do it regularly. Different Immunotherapy drugs have other side-effect profiles, and the patient should discuss it with their cancer specialist in detail before starting the treatment. Since the healthy cells can repair themselves, most of the side-effects will improve or go away with time or by giving medicines that suppress the immune cells. Generally, if the side effects are severe, then the Immunotherapy medicines may be delayed or stopped, and alternative treatment started.

Chemotherapy is a group of drugs or medicines used to treat cancer. They act by killing cells that multiply rapidly, such as cancer cells, and reduce their ability to divide, growth and spread. Different cancers are treated using different chemotherapy drugs either alone or in combination with other chemotherapy drugs, targeted therapy, immunotherapy, or radiotherapy. Cancer specialists in hospitals usually give these medicines. If you are looking for the best chemotherapy center in India, then contact Cancer Therapy India where you will get the best treatment and care. Benefit of Chemotherapy ? Chemotherapy is used in almost all types of cancers in various stages. It can be used in the early stages of Cancer and in some patients, even in advanced stages to cure cancer. If cancer cannot be cured, then chemotherapy is used to improve symptoms caused by cancer and increase the duration of life. Cancer Therapy India offers the best chemotherapy in India and has state-of-the-art facilities and technologies available for patients in need. How is chemotherapy given ? Chemotherapy can be given either as tablets orally or in the vein as injections or infusions. In most of the cases, it is administered as infusions. Sometimes the chemotherapy can also be given in combination of tablets and infusions. Irrespective of its method of delivery, they enter the blood circulation and target the cancer cells wherever they are in the body. Most of the chemotherapy nowadays require a daycare admission in an Oncology day care unit, and patients are discharged the same day. For some chemotherapy regimens, a few days admission may be required to deliver the treatment safely. Chemotherapy is generally given at regular intervals of every week, or 2 to 3 weekly for prolonged duration often over 4 to 6 months and maybe more. Chemotherapy drug doses are generally calculated based on the patient’s height and weight. Occasionally standard dosing may be used depending upon the drug. What are the side effects of chemotherapy? Since chemotherapy can also affect some healthy cells, it can lead to side effects and hence should be taken under the care of doctors who are trained in delivering the treatment safely and do it regularly. Different chemotherapy drugs have different side-effect profiles, and the patient should discuss it with their cancer specialist in detail before starting the treatment. Since the healthy cells can repair themselves, most of the side effects will improve or go away with time. Generally, if the side effects are severe, then the chemotherapy medicines may be delayed, dose reduced or stopped, and alternative treatment started. Some of these side effects can be reduced or treated. Consult Cancer Therapy India, we offer the best chemotherapy in India, if you notice any above side effects in yourself or anyone near you. How to prepare for chemotherapy? Before preparing for chemotherapy, it is essential to confirm your appointment with your doctor or team and ensure the bed is booked. Before starting any chemotherapy, a blood test is usually done the previous day or on the same day before chemotherapy. Chemotherapy is given only if the blood reports are within acceptable limits. If not, then the chemotherapy may be cancelled or delayed. Additional treatment such as blood transfusions or IV fluids may be required to correct any abnormalities. On the morning of chemotherapy, it is best to have a light meal with high fibre content and take all regular medications the patient may be taking for other disease or as advised by your doctor. Wear comfortable and loose-fitting clothes and comfortable footwear. It is essential to come to the hospital with a relative or friend and not come alone. Since the chemotherapy may take a few hours and occasionally the whole or a few days, it is crucial to carry some entertainment or distraction such as books, music or movies with you to keep you occupied. When coming to the hospital, please bring all your previous reposts and medical file with you. Prior to chemotherapy, the patient’s height and weight will be checked, the dose of the chemotherapy calculated and given as per the prescription of your treating doctor. Before chemotherapy, the patient will be asked to sign a consent form, which should be read thoroughly and signed only if happy with its content. If there are any concerns, it should be raised with the treating doctor.

Attacking cancer cells more effectively with drugs, targeted therapy has has been found to be highly effective. At Sunrise Oncocare, we aim to provide the latest forms of treatment like targeted therapy to ensure that only the cancer cells are being attacked while minimizing the damage to normal cells.