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…
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…
Cancer patients suffer from a whole spectrum of diseases, and other related issues, including but not limited to the disease itself, immune suppression, pain syndrome, social stigma, financial implications, depression and anxiety. The Pain Syndrome is particularly challenging, not only for the patient but for the care givers and the physicians as well. This issue…
Cancer pain continues to remain an enigma both for the physicians, patients and their families even after over 20 years of a campaign to make pain the fifth vital sign. The primary barriers for effective pain management include (1) Inadequate pain assessment and management training (2) Failure to refer patients to Pain Management physicians, (3)…
Dr. Vivek Loomba, an anesthesiologist in Delhi with 23+ years of experience, specializes in pain management and palliative care.
