Thyroid Cancer Treatment

There are four major types of thyroid cancer: papillary, follicular, medullary, and anaplastic. Improvements in partial and total thyroidectomy took place in early 20th century when Edward Kindall of Mayo Clinic in 1914 derived Thyroxin. The most common signs and symptoms of thyroid cancer include a lump, or thyroid nodule, that can be felt in the neck, difficulty in swallowing, throat or neck pain, swollen lymph nodes in the neck, cough and vocal changes.

There are four major types of thyroid cancer: papillary, follicular, medullary, and anaplastic. Improvements in partial and total thyroidectomy took place in early 20th century when Edward Kindall of Mayo Clinic in 1914 derived Thyroxin. The most com ... More

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Conventional prostatic adenocarcinoma

What should be the next treatment? How can we treat this Conventional prostatic adenocarcinoma with neuroendocrine differentiation and an extensive small cell type? He has aged alot , psa is 1.1, Intense FDG uptake noted in peripheral zone of right lobe of enlarged prostate (measures 5.0x4.3 cm); SUVmax 10.9 FDG avid bilateral external iliac, left obturator nodes; ~ 3.1x2.5 cm, SUVmax 9.5 FDG avid few bilateral hilar, subcarinal, paratracheal, prevascular nodes (largest measures 1.8x0.9 cm; SUVmax 8.5), few of them demonstrating hyperattenuation of NCCT thorax: favours the granulomatous etiology. No other significant adenopathy noted FDG avid extensive lytic and marrow lesions (few with associated soft tissue; Intraspinal extension at the level of few dorsal-lumbar vertebrae and sacrum) are noted involving axial and proximal appendicular skeleton; SUVmax 9.5. Variable FDG avid varying sized hypodense lesions in both lobes of liver; largest measures ~ 2.5x3.0 cm (segment V), SUVmax 14.5

CML patient having alcoholic addiction

I have been a CML patient since 2016 and have had undetectable reports since 2023. Since last year due to family and personal issues. I became alcohol sober and can't skip any day. I was told by a doctor friend that Neltrexone 50mg will help me to stop alcohol. But I am afraid whether it will interact with my CML medicine. Please advise I am living a very bad life. Please help me answer.

Intramucosal andenocarcinoma

Good evening Doctor. I had intramucosal adenocarcinoma of the rectum about 9 years ago, arising from a tubulovillous adenoma (2 × 2 cm), moderately differentiated, with no invasion beyond the muscularis mucosa. Only polypectomy was done, and no further treatment was required. The report showed MSI negative / MMR proficient. At that time MRI pelvis and CT scan were normal, and post-polypectomy site biopsy showed no dysplasia or malignancy. Follow-up done regularly: • Colonoscopy – about 10 times, all normal (last on 12 November 2025) • USG whole abdomen – 10 times, all normal • Blood tests – about 6 times, normal • Chest X-ray (PA) – 4 times, normal Kindly advise the appropriate interval for future surveillance colonoscopy. Also, if a new polyp appears in future, would it necessarily be malignant in my case, or usually benign? . Kindly send your advice by SMS when convenient. Thank you.

Bladder cancer

Need consultation with best uro Oncologist in New Delhi. BCG 80 mg  applied 6 times at an interval of one week, after cystoscopy no appearance of tumor cells, but then after maintenance dose 3 times at an interval of one week, lesions appear, may be tumor.

Cancer symptoms

I have white discharge from my right breast nipple, when I squeezed it, a small white drop came out. I have a slight pain in my nipple. Then my periods are delayed. Then I have hypothyroidism. What could be the reason? Is there a chance of cancer?

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Kids in the Cancer Journey

Cancer doesn’t just affect the patient, it changes life for the whole family, especially children and teens. When a loved one is diagnosed, young minds often feel confused and scared. Here’s how you can gently support them.Start with Honesty (in Simple Words) Kids sense ...

Head and Neck Cancer

As per the Globocan 2022 data, oral cavity is the most common site of cancer in males in India and India has the highest incidence of oral cancer globally. The developing countries of South and Southeast Asia are the major contributors to the global oral cancer burden.Oral cavity includes lip, ...

Five Reasons to Quite Smoking

 Tobacco is most common cause of preventable cancer deaths. It kills half of its users, which is more than any other health related ailment. Tobacco is responsible for almost 25% of cancer related deaths. Its use increase risk of lung cancer by 25 times. It is responsible ...

The Importance of Sobriety During Cancer Treatment

Introduction:Receiving a cancer diagnosis is a life-altering event that requires immense strength and resilience. As patients embark on their journey towards recovery, it is crucial to be aware of the lifestyle choices that can impact their treatment outcomes. One such choice is alcohol ...

Cancer Red Flag Symptoms!

Noticing one of the following symptoms doesn’t mean you have cancer. But to be safe, talk to your doctor about these signs and symptoms. Frequent headache and vomiting, especially after waking up in the morning.A cough that doesn’t go away or difficulty ...

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Dr. Jeffrey  Zangmeister - Internal Medicine
Dr. Jeffrey Zangmeister Internal Medicine (Fellowship, Residency, Medical School, Internship, Residency in Internal Medicine, Clinical Fellowship in Hematology and Medical Oncology, Medical Education, Fellowship 2, Residency - ID, Class of 1981) 45 years experience Zangmeister Cancer Center
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Dr. Michael A. Caligiuri - Internal Medicine
Dr. Michael A. Caligiuri Internal Medicine (Medical School, Residency, Summa Cum Laude, Phi Beta Kappa, Master’s Degree in Physiology, Medical degree, DO, B.A., M.A., M.D., Undergraduate Degree in Humanities and Health Science) 43 years experience The James Cancer Center
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