Blog categorized as Expert Insight

Do gallbladder stones cause cancer? Learn real risk factors (large stones, porcelain GB, polyps), warning signs, evaluation, and when surgery is advised.

MRCP is a non-invasive MRI to view bile ducts and pancreatic duct. Learn uses, preparation (fasting), MRCP vs ERCP, and what results mean.

PTBD (percutaneous biliary drainage) explained: when it’s needed, how it’s done, ERCP vs PTBD, risks, and home care red flags—expert guide.

Dysplasia means precancer cell changes—not cancer. Learn mild vs severe dysplasia, cancer risk, biopsy tests, treatment options, and follow-up for cervix/mouth/colon.

OSMF causes burning mouth and reduced mouth opening, often from supari/gutkha/pan masala. Learn stages, cancer risk, diagnosis, and treatment options.

Expert guide to colonoscopy: who needs screening, age 45 start, prep tips, sedation, risks, polyp removal, results, and when to seek help—patient-friendly.

Learn when to start mammography, 2D vs 3D, dense breasts, BI-RADS results, and next steps—expert, patient-friendly guidance from I D Cancer Center.

PSA is prostate-specific, not cancer-specific. Learn causes of high PSA, repeat testing, MRI prostate, biopsy decisions, and next steps—expert guide.

CA-125 is not a standalone cancer test. Learn what high CA-125 can mean, common non-cancer causes, and how doctors use it for ovarian cancer diagnosis and monitoring.

Learn what a Pap test (Pap smear) checks, who needs it, how to prepare, what results mean (ASC-US/LSIL/HSIL), and when colposcopy is needed.