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What are the benefits of early detection of cancer?
Query: Hi doctor, I am a 30-year-old female and have a family history of cancer. I am writing to seek guidance regarding cancer screening and its early detection. What are the different types of cancer screenings available, and which ones are recommended for people with my family history and risk factors? ... Read Full »
Answer: Hi, We welcome you to the icliniq family. I appreciate the confidence you place in me for your healthcare consultation. The screening will depend on what kind of cancer runs in the family. The most common cancers that run in families are breast, ovary, colorectal, and thyroid. For these people, t... Read Full »
Can I get rid of the small lump in my left breast surgically before it turns cancerous?
Query: Hello doctor, My grandmother died two years ago due to breast cancer. It went unnoticed and my mother did not have any symptoms regarding the same. She is afraid that I might get breast cancer and I have a small lump in my left breast, which is painful, so even I am worried. My age is 29 and mostly ... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, I appreciate you signing up on icliniq. You now have exclusive access to expert medical opinion. I have gone through your case and I understand your concern. You should regularly examine your breast by yourself and see if there are any changes, then compare both breasts. The lump you have ... Read Full »
Does my long-term alcoholic father have an Increased cancer risk?
Query: Hello doctor, My aunt has been diagnosed with pancreatic cancer and the doctor said it is in a very late stage. We have been trying hard to help her cope. She is on radio and chemotherapy. My father has had the habit of consuming alcohol for the past many years. I am worried that cancer can affect a... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I went through your query and understood your concern. Alcohol mainly damages the liver. Alcoholism can adversely affect all organs in the body. So, I suggest your father avoid smoking, drinking alcohol, and carbonated beverages. He should avoid consuming preserved ... Read Full »
Query: Hello doctor, My mother was diagnosed with breast cancer, and I am worried about my own risk of getting it. Is it hereditary? Thank you. Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I read your query and understand your concern. If there is a family history of breast cancer then there is some chance to get breast cancer, but it is not like if your mother has breast cancer you will also have it 100 percent but as there is some risk indeed so ... Read Full »
I want to know about ovarian cancer, its symptoms, and how I can prevent its occurrence. Please help
Query: Hi doctor, Why is ovarian cancer called the silent killer? What are some of ovarian cancer's most common symptoms that may mimic other health conditions? Are there any telltale signs of beginning or advanced ovarian cancer? What preventative exams do you suggest for women to detect ovarian cancer (e... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I understand your concern. Ovarian cancer is often referred to as the "silent" killer because there are often no symptoms until the disease has advanced to an advanced stage. However, three major symptoms are more common in women with ovarian cancer. They are increa... Read Full »