Dr.Sai Sree Reddy

Many cancers can be successfully treated without chemotherapy when detected early or when specific biomarkers are present. Treatment selection depends on cancer type, stage, and molecular testing results. Key Takeaways Surgery alone can cure localized solid tumors (stage I-II) when the cancer is completely confined and has no micrometastatic risk Immunotherapy activates your immune system to target cancer cells, offering checkpoint inhibitors and CAR-T therapy for blood cancers Targeted...

Chemotherapy attacks cancer cells but also damages healthy rapidly-dividing tissues, causing side effects that range from manageable to life-threatening. Understanding the cellular mechanism behind these toxicities, and knowing when your treatment center's supportive care is inadequate, can change your treatment trajectory. Key Takeaways Chemotherapy cannot distinguish cancer cells from healthy rapidly-dividing cells in bone marrow, gut lining, and hair follicles, causing collateral damage...

Nearly half of cancer patients experience chronic pain lasting beyond three months after surgery, making it one of the most common long-term complications of cancer treatment. Effective management requires a coordinated, multi-modal approach combining medication strategies, physical rehabilitation, and psychological support under professional guidance. Key Takeaways Chronic post-surgical pain persists beyond three months and affects nearly half of cancer patients, requiring specialized...