Kidney Cancer With a Tumor Thrombus: Treatment and Surgical Options
Sometimes kidney cancer doesn’t stay confined to the kidney itself it can push into the renal vein and, occasionally, travel further up into the inferior vena cava, the large vein that carries blood back to the heart. Doctors call this a tumor thrombus, and it...Prostate Cancer Recurrence After 3 Years: Understanding Prognosis and Management
Prostate cancer coming back after a period of remission can be worrying, whether it happens three years later or after a longer gap. In many cases, the first indication of recurrence is a rising PSA level during a routine follow-up test, even when there are no...
BCG in Urinary Bladder Cancer: How It Works, Who Needs It, and What to Expect
Yes, BCG therapy is one of the most effective treatments for certain types of bladder cancer. Bladder Cancer has a tendency to recur quickly and frequently. BCG helps the body’s immune system recognise and destroy cancer cells inside the bladder, significantly...
Can Kidney Stones Affect Bowel Movements? Understanding the Connection
Yes, kidney stones can affect bowel movements. When a stone causes pain, blocks urine flow, or triggers nausea, the digestive system often reacts too. Patients commonly experience constipation, bloating, loose motions, or a loss of appetite. The connection is real,...
High-Grade Papillary Urothelial Carcinoma: Symptoms, Risk Factors and Treatment Approaches
High-grade papillary urothelial carcinoma is a serious type of bladder cancer. The cancer cells grow like tiny fingers inside the bladder and behave more aggressively than the milder form. They spread faster, come back more often, and can reach the bladder muscle if...MEDICALLY
REVIEWED BY
Dr. Rahul Pradhan
MBBS, MS – General Surgery,
MCh – Urology, FMAS,
Fellowship in Uro-Oncology
& Robotic Surgery
Urologist, Uro-Oncologist
& Robotic Surgeon