Dr. Gaurav Aggarwal

Adrenal Cancer

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What is Adrenal Cancer ?

The adrenal glands are small, triangular-shaped endocrine glands located on top of each kidney. These glands are essential for producing hormones that regulate a wide range of critical bodily functions. Each adrenal gland consists of two main parts: the outer adrenal cortex and the inner adrenal medulla.

Symptoms

Symptoms of Adrenal Cancer

Symptoms of adrenal cancer can be diverse and often relate to hormone overproduction, including:

Staging

Staging of Cancer

Staging adrenal cancer is vital for treatment decisions:

Cancer is found in the skin or superficial tissues of the penis.

Cancer has invaded deeper layers of tissue, affecting the corpus cavernosum.

Cancer has spread to nearby lymph nodes.

Advanced cancer that has metastasized to distant organs, such as lungs or liver.

Diagnosis

Diagnosis of Adrenal Cancer

To determine if you have Adrenal Cancer, Dr. Gaurav Aggarwal will perform a physical examination and may suggest.

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Treatment Options

Dr. Aggarwal offers a range of treatment options for adrenal cancer, including:

  • Surgery

    The primary treatment for localized adrenal cancer is complete removal of the adrenal gland, which Dr. Aggarwal performs using minimally invasive techniques whenever possible.

  • Targeted Therapy

    Medications that specifically target cancer cell pathways may be prescribed for advanced adrenal cancer.

  • Chemotherapy

    In advanced stages, chemotherapy may be recommended to manage cancer growth and alleviate symptoms.

  • Clinical Trials

    Dr. Aggarwal is committed to staying at the forefront of cancer treatment, offering patients access to clinical trials that may provide innovative therapies not widely available.

FAQ

Patient Information

Common symptoms include blood in the urine, persistent back pain, unexplained weight loss, fatigue, and swelling in the abdomen or flank.

Common symptoms include blood in the urine, persistent back pain, unexplained weight loss, fatigue, and swelling in the abdomen or flank.

Diagnosis typically involves imaging tests like CT or MRI scans, urine tests, and sometimes a biopsy to confirm the presence of cancer cells.

Treatment options include Transurethral Resection (TURBT), radical cystectomy, chemotherapy, and immunotherapy, depending on the stage and grade of cancer.

Robotic surgery is minimally invasive, using small incisions and robotic instruments. Patients usually experience less pain, shorter recovery times, and quicker return to daily activities.

Bring a list of current medications, any previous medical records related to your condition, and prepare a list of questions to discuss with Dr. Aggarwal during your consultation.

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