Cancer, a formidable adversary that affects countless lives, requires a comprehensive approach that extends beyond mere treatment. Palliative care, with its focus on enhancing quality of life, plays a pivotal role in the lives of cancer patients. In this blog, we delve into the exceptional work of Dr. Vivek Loomba, an esteemed expert in palliative…
Category: Cancer Pain
How to manage pain during cancer treatment
Cancer treatment can cause various types of pain that can have a significant impact on a person’s quality of life. The good news is that there are several strategies available to help manage pain during cancer treatment. In this blog post, I will discuss some tips for managing pain during cancer treatment. 1. Communicate with…
Can we prevent cancer? Dr. Vivek Loomba
There is no proven way to totally avoid cancer. However, we can certainly decrease the chances of getting this horrible disease. The American Cancer Society encourages people to maintain a healthy lifestyle, do regular physical activity and eat healthy so as to prevent this disease. Here is a list of do’s and don’ts to prevent…
CANCER — BASIC CONCEPTS, by Dr. Vivek Loomba, MD
In the human body, cells grow and divide continuously. As the old cells die, they are replaced with new ones. However, certain genetic changes may interfere with this process resulting in uncontrolled division of cells — and this process is called cancer. When cancer cells form a mass, it is called a tumor. This tumor…
MANAGING CANCER PAIN PATIENTS AT HOME
Cancer patients need a multidisciplinary team management. While most cancer treatment is given in a hospital setting, home care is an essential aspect of cancer management. These patients spend a significant time at home in between various treatments. Certain treatments can be done at home. This includes administration of tablets, liquid medications, application of patches…




