Radiation therapy plays an important role in treating cancer. Like medications, radiation therapy can also cause possible side effects. Some of these side effects happen on the skin. Moisturizing is very important. Dr. Shyamali Singhal recommends hydrating products.
Trying to save money or simply too busy to make an extra stop at the salon? At-home manicure might be a solution for a cancer patient, who is in need of a good nail-job but is also struggling to keep up with the schedule of cancer treatments and chemotherapy. Dr, Singhal brings advice on the topic.
Read MoreBuying cosmetic products for cancer patients, especially those that are undergoing some sort of cancer treatment, whether it’s chemotherapy or targeted cancer therapy, requires certain knowledge. Cancer patients tend to be more sensitive, so Dr. Shyamali Singhal advises applying special care when selecting self-care products.
Properly dealing with the stress of cancer diagnosis and treatment is an essential part of the recovery process. Find out how to develop the knowledge and tools to overcome stress as a cancer patient.
Read MoreCancer patients have sensitive skin, whether they are receiving some sort of therapy or not. Quality skincare has to be maintained throughout the year. Keeping the skin hydrated during winter, and preventing breakouts and minimize sun damage during summer months are a priority.
Fatigue is one of the most common side effects of cancer treatment. Modest exercise is proven to fight fatigue and improve quality of life during and after cancer treatment. Here’s how to get started.
Cancer is the ultimate wake-up call. Not only that the patient's body is sick, but their spirit as well. Dr. Shyamali Singhal knows that a diagnosis of cancer is devastating, but it can also be an enormous opportunity to achieve true healing.
Trauma that involved physical injuries or disease, can affect the way cancer patients interact with people around them. To overcome this, it is crucial for cancer patients to have a support system to help them through these hard times in their lives.
Read MoreCancer during pregnancy is not very common. Cancer itself rarely affects the growing baby directly. Dr. Shyamali Singhal said we expect that the number of women diagnosed with cancer while pregnant will increase in years to come.
Knowing all the possible toxins that can find their way into most brands of nail- polishes may seem like a bit too much. Cancer patients, while on therapy or off it, have enough on their minds without having to worry about long lists of toxins.
Whatever the hair type, balancing hair care and cancer treatment is a hustle. Summer does not make things easier, bringing along a whole new set of challenges for sensitive hair: sun, sand, and salt.
Warmer weather comes with its own set of challenges when it comes to self-care. It’s important to choose natural, organic, and cruelty-free brands, as a favor to us, our health, and the health of the planet.
Going through cancer treatment is very stressful on its own, and it can be even harder if a cancer patient is going through it alone. As Dr. Shyamali Singhal said, nobody has to struggle with cancer and cancer treatment alone: there are a number of cancer support groups a patient can join.
We are safe to say that the first step for a cancer patient's recovery is finding the right physician for themselves. This takes into account the definition of health and our goals for healing and wellness. The best physician is one who shares our perspective on health so that they can give us guidance and recommendations that are in accordance with how cancer patient wants to care for their body.
Dr. Shyamali Singhal, a surgical oncologist, knows how sometimes even the littlest of things can improve cancer patients' recovery and the overall state of wellbeing. Whether just diagnosed or undergoing some sort of cancer therapy, all cancer patients should be more mindful about the toxins in their environment. Nail polishes are possibly one of the most toxic cosmetic products.
Dr. Shyamali Singhal, surgical oncologist, had an opportunity to witness how some cancer treatments, including radiation therapy to the head and neck, may affect the cells that are in the mouth and digestive tract. In her Years of practice, she learned how important the choice of right toothpaste can be, in cancer patients' overall response to treatment and quick recovery.
If a person has an early stage cancer and is getting chemotherapy to prevent a recurrence, oncologists usually follow established treatment protocols closely because there are clear data to support those protocols. Dr. Shyamali Singhal encourages patients with more advanced cancers to talk with their oncologists about what they want in the months and years ahead.
Read MoreDr. Shyamali Singhal knows that while protecting our skin may seem like a no-brainer priority when we're at the beach, rarely do we think about protecting the nails. However, the sun, surf, and sand can play a huge part in the overall nail health.
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