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54 years
Experience
Dr. Rumpa Amornmarn, MD
- Kissimmee, FL
- Mahidol Univ-Siriraj Hosp- Fac Of Med- Bangkok- Thailand
- Accepting new patients
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Do you need anesthesia for radiation therapy?
You do not need anesthesia for external beam therapy. You may need anesthesia if you have seed implant .
How long does it take for lung cancer to shrink after radiation?
We usually see some improvement in 2-4 weeks.
How long can you live with palliative radiotherapy?
Depending on the type of cancer, how many sites of metastasis, and whether patient still receives active cancer treatment or not.Survival can be from few months to few years or READ MORE
Depending on the type of cancer, how many sites of metastasis, and whether patient still receives active cancer treatment or not.Survival can be from few months to few years or more. Patient with breast and prostate cancer with only bony metastasis on hormonal or chemotherapy can live for many years.
How long is radiation treatment for rectal cancer?
It usually takes 4-5 weeks, Monday to Friday for before surgery(preoperative) or 5-6 weeks for post surgery( postoperative)
How long is a radiation treatment for breast cancer?
Each treatment to the breast lasts about 2-3 mins. It takes about 6-61/2 weeks, Monday to Friday for the course of treatment.
Is radiotherapy for prostate cancer painful?
No. You will not feel pain or sick at the beginning but after a few weeks of treatment, you may feel some irritation when you urinate and have loose stools.
How long does palliative radiotherapy prolong life?
Palliative radiation therapy usually does not prolong life. It only improves quality of life such as relieve pain, stop bleeding.
Cancer recurrence chances?
This is not the typical metastasis from throat cancer.Throat cancer will come back in the throat or neck area before spread to other organs. The only to find out is CT guided biopsy READ MORE
This is not the typical metastasis from throat cancer.Throat cancer will come back in the throat or neck area before spread to other organs. The only to find out is CT guided biopsy of liver lesions. She will need chemotherapy. Tissue diagnosis is essential to choose which type of chemotherapy.
Cancer?
No. You should let your doctor know that you are in a lot of pain so your doctor can prescribe appropriate treatment for you
Do you get anesthesia for radiation therapy?
You do not need anesthesia for external beam therapy.
Is radiation therapy for breast cancer painful?
No. You will feel some skin irritation in 3-4 weeks especially in the axilla and under the breast.
How do you flush out CT scan dye?
Drink plenty of liquid before and after the test
Are CT scans helpful for diagnosing COVID-19?
Yes. CT chest will show the change in the lung characteristic of COVID 19.
How long does it take for your body to recover from radiotherapy?
Usually a couple weeks
Radiation treatments?
One or two weeks. His doctor may have to modify treatment to add a few more treatments
Does radiation weaken your immune system?
It can weaken your immune system
How much water should I drink after CT scan with contrast?
No specific amount. Just drink more than usual . Make sure urine looks light color
Will a breast x-ray spot any tumors?
Mammogram can detect cancer and benign tumor except very dense breast. MRI breast will be better for this situation
How long does it take to get the result of an MRI scan?
Depending on the clinic from one day to one week.
Why is the liver transplant list so long in the US?
I do not know but I believe it is due to high demand and not enough donor.
