I D Cancer Center - The Oncology Notebook #Second opinionhttps://www.idcancercenter.org/theoncologynotebook/tag/second-opinionThu, 16 Apr 2026 06:03:22 +0530http://zoho.com/sites/https://www.idcancercenter.org/theoncologynotebook/post/gallbladder-stones-cancer-risk-myth-vs-facts-i-d-cancer-centerDo gallbladder stones cause cancer? Learn real risk factors (large stones, porcelain GB, polyps), warning signs, evaluation, and when surgery is advised.]]>Thu, 12 Feb 2026 21:26:04 +0530https://www.idcancercenter.org/theoncologynotebook/post/mrcp-scan-explained-bile-duct-mri-i-d-cancer-centerMRCP is a non-invasive MRI to view bile ducts and pancreatic duct. Learn uses, preparation (fasting), MRCP vs ERCP, and what results mean.]]>Tue, 10 Feb 2026 21:08:19 +0530https://www.idcancercenter.org/theoncologynotebook/post/gallbladder-cancer-symptoms-jaundice-tests-idccLearn gallbladder cancer warning signs—right upper abdominal pain, jaundice, weight loss—and the tests used (ultrasound, CT/MRI/MRCP, biopsy) to confirm it.]]>Fri, 06 Feb 2026 20:51:12 +0530https://www.idcancercenter.org/theoncologynotebook/post/breast-cancer-radiotherapy-patient-guide-side-effects-idccA simple guide to breast cancer radiotherapy—who needs it after lumpectomy/mastectomy, planning (CT/DIBH), sessions, side effects, and skin-care tips.]]>Wed, 04 Feb 2026 22:34:00 +0530https://www.idcancercenter.org/theoncologynotebook/post/feeding-tube-during-head-neck-radiotherapy-idccLearn when a feeding tube (NG/PEG) is needed during head & neck radiotherapy, benefits, care tips, and when to seek urgent help—patient-friendly guide.]]>Tue, 03 Feb 2026 21:13:22 +0530https://www.idcancercenter.org/theoncologynotebook/post/head-neck-cancer-risk-factors-tobacco-hpv-idccLearn major head & neck cancer risk factors—tobacco (smoke/chew), supari/gutkha, alcohol, HPV—plus warning signs and prevention tips.]]>Mon, 02 Feb 2026 20:32:22 +0530https://www.idcancercenter.org/theoncologynotebook/post/oral-submucous-fibrosis-osmf-symptoms-risk-idccOSMF causes burning mouth and reduced mouth opening, often from supari/gutkha/pan masala. Learn stages, cancer risk, diagnosis, and treatment options.]]>Sun, 01 Feb 2026 19:43:32 +0530https://www.idcancercenter.org/theoncologynotebook/post/leukoplakia-white-patch-in-mouth-cancer-risk-idccLeukoplakia is a persistent white patch in the mouth. Learn causes (tobacco/supari), cancer risk, when biopsy is needed, and treatment options.]]>Sat, 31 Jan 2026 20:04:49 +0530https://www.idcancercenter.org/theoncologynotebook/post/pap-test-pap-smear-expert-guide-results-idccLearn 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.]]>Thu, 22 Jan 2026 20:51:49 +0530https://www.idcancercenter.org/theoncologynotebook/post/liquid-biopsyLiquid biopsy is a blood test that detects circulating tumor DNA (ctDNA) to help guide targeted therapy and personalized cancer care, especially when tissue biopsy is difficult or insufficient. It can also help monitor response. A negative result may still need tissue confirmation.]]>Fri, 09 Jan 2026 22:16:18 +0530