What are the common diseases in medical oncology?
Disease description:
My father was previously diagnosed with a benign tumor and has already undergone surgery. I would like to know what are the common diseases treated in the department of medical oncology?
Doctor's answer (1)
Dr. Qi Zhirong
Common diseases in medical oncology mainly include the following categories:
1. Respiratory system tumors: such as lung cancer, nasopharyngeal cancer, etc. These diseases are relatively common in medical oncology. Early detection may allow control of the disease through surgical resection.
2. Digestive system tumors: including gastric cancer, liver cancer, esophageal cancer, etc. These diseases are often related to unhealthy lifestyle habits and dietary patterns. Treatment options are diverse, such as surgery, chemotherapy, and radiotherapy.
3. Urinary system tumors: such as ovarian cancer, cervical cancer, etc., which are also common disease types in medical oncology. Treatment is required through methods such as chemotherapy or radiotherapy.
4. Other tumors: breast cancer, pancreatic cancer, etc., are also common types in medical oncology. These tumors pose serious threats to human health and require early detection and treatment.
Medical oncology encompasses a wide variety of common diseases, each with different treatment approaches. Patients should choose appropriate treatment plans according to their individual conditions.
