Need to know about gamma knife procedures

Namaste Vijay ji,

Thank you for sharing your concern.

When you mention “Big Tromma” in your mouth for the last 10 years, it’s possible that you’re referring to a tumour or a chronic growth. Any long-standing lump, swelling, or lesion in the mouth—especially for such a long duration—must be evaluated by a specialist without delay.

🔍 Here’s what we recommend:

• Consult an Oral & Maxillofacial Surgeon or ENT specialist at the earliest. They can examine the area thoroughly.
• A biopsy or scan (like an MRI or CT) might be advised to understand the nature of the growth—whether it's benign (non-cancerous) or malignant (cancerous).
• Treatment will depend on the diagnosis:
  

  Benign tumours can often be surgically removed.
  If it’s a malignant tumour, a combination of surgery, radiation, or chemotherapy may be needed.

🛑 Important Tips:

• Do not ignore persistent mouth swellings, especially if they are growing, painful, ulcerated, or bleeding.
• Avoid tobacco and alcohol if you use them, as they can worsen oral conditions.
• Maintain good oral hygiene and a healthy diet to support healing and prevention.
• Feel free to connect with us if you wish to consult with the oncologist or specialists for your treatment.

Hello Aasu Ji,

Bone marrow transplantation (BMT) for an 8-year-old child can be done at several government and charitable hospitals in India and Karnataka at minimal or no cost, depending on eligibility. Here are some options you can explore:

Government & Charitable Hospitals Offering Low-Cost or Free BMT:

1. AIIMS (All India Institute of Medical Sciences), Delhi & Other Branches
2. Tata Memorial Hospital, Mumbai
3. Kidwai Memorial Institute of Oncology, Bengaluru
4. Narayana Health (Mazumdar Shaw Cancer Center, Bengaluru
5. Christian Medical College (CMC), Vellore

Financial Assistance Programs:

• Ayushman Bharat (PMJAY): If eligible, this government scheme covers high-cost treatments, including BMT.
• State Government Health Schemes: Karnataka government offers health schemes for low-income families.
• NGOs & Charities: Organizations like Cankids, ImpactGuru, and Milaap help raise funds for pediatric BMT.

Let us know if you need further guidance. Wishing the child a speedy recovery! 

Dear Sachin Yadav Ji,

We're sorry to hear about your diagnosis. An aggressive metastatic hepatic tumor, such as mass-forming cholangiocarcinoma or hepatocellular carcinoma (HCC), requires a comprehensive treatment approach tailored to your specific condition.

Treatment Options:

1. Surgical Intervention:

   • Resection: If the tumour is localized and you have sufficient liver function, surgical removal of the tumour may be considered. However, in cases of metastasis, surgery might not be feasible.
   • Liver Transplant: For certain patients with early-stage HCC, liver transplantation could be an option.
     
     

2. Systemic Therapies:

   • Chemotherapy: Systemic chemotherapy is commonly used for unresectable or metastatic cholangiocarcinoma.
   • Targeted Therapy: Drugs targeting specific genetic mutations or pathways in cancer cells are available for HCC and cholangiocarcinoma.
   • Immunotherapy: Agents that enhance the immune system's ability to fight cancer, such as checkpoint inhibitors, have shown promise in treating advanced liver cancers.
     
     

3. Locoregional Therapies:

   • Transarterial Chemoembolization (TACE): This procedure delivers chemotherapy directly to the liver tumour while blocking its blood supply.
   • Radioembolization (Selective Internal Radiation Therapy—SIRT) involves injecting tiny radioactive beads into the liver's blood vessels to target the tumour.
     
     

4. Palliative Care:

   • Focuses on relieving symptoms and improving quality of life, especially when curative treatments are not an option.

Next Steps and How HexaHealth can help:

• Discussing these options with a multidisciplinary team, including hepatologists, oncologists, and surgeons, is crucial to determine the most appropriate treatment plan for your situation.
• For more information, please feel free to connect with our care specialists at HexaHealth. We will provide you with opinions from multiple specialists, taking a multidisciplinary approach to financing and care assistance.