Cancer Treatment - Dr ankur Prakash

Is Cancer a Communicable Disease? Know the Facts

July 07, 2025 By Digital Retina In Cancer Treatment

Cancer is not a communicable disease—it doesn’t spread from person to person like infections caused by bacteria or viruses. Instead, cancer develops when certain cells in the body begin to grow uncontrollably due to genetic mutations or external risk factors such as smoking, radiation, or certai...

How Many Stages of Cancer Are There, and What Do They Mean?

July 04, 2025 By Digital Retina In Cancer Treatment, Health Tips

Cancer staging is a vital part of understanding a cancer diagnosis. It describes the extent of the disease within the body and helps doctors evaluate how serious the cancer is and how best to treat it. Staging takes into account several factors, including the size of the tumor, whether it has spread...

Does High TPO Antibodies Mean Cancer? | Dr. Ankur Prakash

June 20, 2025 By Digital Retina In Cancer Treatment

TPO (thyroid peroxidase) antibodies are often associated with thyroiditis and Graves’ disease of Hashimoto. These antibodies are part of the immune system’s attack on the thyroid gland, allowing the thyroid to function improperly. Many people wonder if having high TPO antibodies means th...

Is Cancer a Genetic Disease? | Dr. Ankur Prakash

June 16, 2025 By Digital Retina In Cancer Treatment

Cancer is a disease caused by changes in body cells that make them grow and divide uncontrollably. These changes, called mutations, are often in genes that control cell development and division. Because genes take our hereditary information, many people wonder whether cancer is a genetic disease. Wh...

What Is the First Sign of Liver Cancer?

June 09, 2025 By Digital Retina In Cancer Treatment, Homeopathy Treatment

Liver cancer is becoming increasingly common, especially in regions with high rates of hepatitis infections and liver-related diseases. Unfortunately, many people remain unaware of its early signs, which leads to delayed diagnosis and limited treatment options. In this blog, Dr. Ankur Prakash, an ex...

Can Cancer Be Detected in CT Scan?

May 26, 2025 By Digital Retina In Cancer Treatment

A CT (Computed Tomography) scan is a valuable imaging tool that can help detect the presence of cancer in the body. By producing detailed cross-sectional images, CT scans allow doctors to identify abnormal masses, tumors, or lesions that may indicate cancer. While CT scans are effective in spotting ...

What Is the ESR Level in Cancer Patients and How to Prevent It?

May 23, 2025 By Digital Retina In Cancer Treatment

Erythrocyte Sedimentation Rate (ESR) is a common blood test that helps detect inflammation in the body. In cancer patients, an elevated ESR level may indicate the presence or progression of malignancy, although it is not specific to cancer alone. This article explores what ESR is, why it is importan...

What Level of Eosinophils Indicate Cancer?

May 19, 2025 By Digital Retina In Cancer Treatment, Health Tips

Eosinophils are a type of white blood cell involved in the body’s immune defense, especially against allergies, inflammation, and parasitic infections. While mildly elevated eosinophil levels are often linked to benign conditions, a significantly high eosinophil count—known as eosinophilia�...

Can Vitamin B12 Deficiency Be a Sign of Cancer?

May 16, 2025 By Digital Retina In Cancer Treatment, Health Tips

Vitamin B12 deficiency is often overlooked as a simple nutritional issue, but in some cases, it may be an early warning sign of cancer — particularly gastrointestinal or blood-related cancers. While most deficiencies are caused by poor diet, aging, or digestive disorders, unexplained or persistent...

Can Stage 4 Cancer Be Cured?

May 12, 2025 By Digital Retina In Cancer Treatment

Stage 4 cancer, also known as metastatic cancer, occurs when cancer has spread from its original site to distant organs. While a complete cure is rare, significant advancements in treatment—such as immunotherapy, targeted therapy, and holistic approaches like homeopathy—have made it possible for...

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