The Pacific International Hospital (PIH) has become very attentive in providing the latest preventive advice on Prostate Cancer.
PIH has generated awareness to provide informative material on Prostate Cancer and other cancers in the National Capital District (NCD) and the Highlands actively in line with the Laila Foundation.
On August of this year, PIH Cancer case registry was presented at the (PIH) Oncology clinic with the arrival of Dr. Suresh Raghunath and his extensive experience and an array of professional qualifications that strengthen the Oncology Clinic.
Prostate Cancer is very common for men reaching early 40’s. This cancer is very progressive when not detected early.
It has consumed an alarming number of patients and victims.
Prostate Cancer manifestation risks from family genes history or from arising ages towards forty years old and above. Lynch syndrome, Ovarian cancer and breast cancer can link to Prostate cancer through a family with Germline mutation of BRCA1, MMR, ATM, BRCA2 and CHEK2 genes, however, is adaptable to consume relative biological genes to develop.
“The cautionary symptoms to alert you are called “LUTS,” Lower Urinary Tract Symptoms.
This mainly focuses on the frequency of urination. You must be alert and notice the fluctuation or disorder during urination. Seek medical attention while the disease is at a curable stage.”
Therefore, PIH is now equipped to medicate high risk prostate cancer patients at its early stages.
Patients can now undergo surgery, a scope of hormonal therapies and systematic therapies to contribute to treat the disease at PIH.
In addition, PIH Chief Executive Officer (CEO), Colonel Sandeep Shaligram, stated that PIH continues to provide the best health care for the people and Dr. Suresh is a testimony to that commitment.
“Dr. Raghunath’s expertise and commitment are anticipated to significantly enhance the hospitals Oncology Services and contribute to its mission of excellent patient care.”
A training program was made to guide medical practitioners to identify symptoms, and of other common cancer to notify for early detection of the disease.
It is very crucial to engage in yearly checkups especially for middle aged men to maintain a healthy lifestyle.