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Any cure for this cancer?

Hello Doctor. My father has tongue squamous cell carcinoma. He received 3 cycles of chemotherapy (Nov-Jan), and the tumor shrank significantly. He then completed 36 radiation sessions, after which it reduced even further. However, after 3 months of oral chemotherapy tablets, the cancer has progressed. Our local oncologist says there is almost no chance of survival, but I don't want to lose my father without exploring every possible option. Is there any treatment—different chemotherapy, immunotherapy, targeted therapy, surgery, re-irradiation, embolization, or a clinical trial—that could shrink the tumor, improve his airway and swallowing, or even offer a chance of long-term control or cure? Since he responded well to the initial chemotherapy, could another regimen help again? We are willing to travel anywhere in India for the best possible treatment. Thank you.

Suspected likely cancer

72-year-old male with history of tongue cancer. PET-CT shows low-FDG lung lesion and multiple bone lesions. Persistent lower back pain. ESR, CRP and ALP elevated. Kidney function and calcium normal. Bone marrow biopsy planned to rule out multiple myeloma versus metastatic disease. No leg weakness or bowel/bladder symptoms.

PSA test after prostate surgery

Hi,My father underwent prostate removal surgery (RARP) for prostate cancer on 18 May 2026. After the surgery, we did a PSA test on 5th July 2026, and the result came back as 0.55 ng/mL. Does this mean that the prostate cancer has returned? What should be the next steps? I am very worried. Attached the report for your reference.

Prostate cancer

My dad 75yr old diagnosed with prostate cancer.he has severe health anxiety fears and don't sleep at night just for viral cough or cold.now doctor suggested for initial treatment injection we didn't inform the patient.can we start treatment without informing patient that he has cancer.we really don't know how patient takes this.how to make patient mentally strong before informing.

Birads 3 in breast ultrasound

Heterogeneous fibroglandular tissue i seen bilaterally. Left breast showed at 1-2o clock position, in retroaerolar region, a small oval hypoechoic solid mass with circumscribed margins, measuring 0.7cm*0.7cm*0.4cm. The poorly vascular mass has no specific posterior features. Normal appearing lymphnodes are seen axillae bilaterally. Followup with usg to ensure ongoing stability in 6 months ... i did my 6 month and 12 month scan ... is there anything to worry about ... will it turn to cancer later.. do i need to do biopsy ?? Please help

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