What is Nuclear Medicine?

Nuclear medicine is a specialized field of medicine that uses small amounts of radioactive material to diagnose and treat cancer. The radioactive material is taken up by the cells in the body and can be used to create images of the organ or tissue being studied. This allows doctors to identify any abnormal cells or growths and make a diagnosis.

How Nuclear Medicine is used for Cancer Diagnosis?

Nuclear medicine imaging tests are non-invasive and painless procedures that are used to create images of the inside of the body. These images can help identify any abnormal cells or growths and make a diagnosis. Some common nuclear medicine tests for cancer diagnosis include:

  • Positron Emission Tomography (PET) scans
  • Gallium scans
  • Single Photon Emission Computed Tomography (SPECT) scans

Benefits of Nuclear
Medicine for Cancer

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Accurate Diagnosis: Nuclear medicine provides highly accurate and detailed images of the inside of the body, allowing for early and accurate diagnosis of cancer.

Targeted Treatment: Nuclear medicine can be used to target and destroy cancer cells, reducing the risk of damage to healthy cells.

Non-invasive: Nuclear medicine is a non-invasive and painless procedure, with minimal side effects.

What to Expect During
a Nuclear Medicine Consultation

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Accurate Diagnosis: Nuclear medicine provides highly accurate and detailed images of the inside of the body, allowing for early and accurate diagnosis of cancer.

Targeted Treatment: Nuclear medicine can be used to target and destroy cancer cells, reducing the risk of damage to healthy cells.

Non-invasive: Nuclear medicine is a non-invasive and painless procedure, with minimal side effects.

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Nuclear medicine is the most accurate, non-invasive, and safe diagnostic and treatment option. Our team of experienced professionals use specialized radiopharmaceuticals to target specific areas of the body, minimizing side effects. Our procedures are cost-effective and can help diagnose and treat various conditions. Trust us to provide personalized care for your unique medical needs. Choose nuclear medicine for better health outcomes.

Emotional and
Mental Needs


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At our dedicated cancer care center, we understand that cancer not only affects the body but also the mind and emotions of the patient. That's why we prioritize holistic care and provide resources to support our patients' emotional and psychological wellbeing during their cancer journey. In addition to medical treatment, we offer

  • our cancer support group, Swasam, and
  • various stress-reducing techniques like mindfulness, meditation, and complementary therapies that promote relaxation and reduce anxiety.

Adverse Effects


Skin irritation

The area of the body being treated with radiation therapy may become red, dry, and itchy. The skin may also become more sensitive to the sun.

Skin irritation

The area of the body being treated with radiation therapy may become red, dry, and itchy. The skin may also become more sensitive to the sun.

Skin irritation

The area of the body being treated with radiation therapy may become red, dry, and itchy. The skin may also become more sensitive to the sun.

Skin irritation

The area of the body being treated with radiation therapy may become red, dry, and itchy. The skin may also become more sensitive to the sun.

Skin irritation

The area of the body being treated with radiation therapy may become red, dry, and itchy. The skin may also become more sensitive to the sun.

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