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Low Cost Non Hodgkin’s Lymphoma Chemotherapy (CHOP) treatment options Abroad

February 8th, 2010        

non hodgkins lymphomaCHOP refers to the most commonly used chemotherapy treatment regimen used for the management of Non Hodgkin’s Lymphoma (a set of cancers affecting the lymphocytes and lymph nodes). CHOP is an effective chemotherapy treatment for these cancers and increases the chances of survival significantly. The regimen comprises of four drugs Cyclophosphamide, Adriamycin, Vincristine and Prednisone. The first three are given intravenously, while the fourth one is given orally. The drugs work towards destroying the rapidly multiplying cancer cells and preventing their replication. Chemotherapy treatment abroad is a low cost alternative to expensive treatment in the United States.

Non Hodgkin’s Lymphoma Chemotherapy Regimen

Management of Non Hodgkin’s Lymphoma requires at least six treatment cycles with each lasting for about four weeks. The number of cycles varies depending upon the extent of gland involvement and the age of the patient. Doses are calculated on the basis of the body surface area (in sq meters), using parameters of weight and height. During the period of treatment patients are recommended to drink lots of water, use laxatives to avoid constipation and are prescribed analgesics to alleviate pain. The patient’s suffer from common side

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Medical Tourism India - Yoga on the Street

December 28th, 2008        

Indian Sadhu - ascetic or practitioner of yoga (yogi) Sadhus  {ascetic or practitioner of yoga (yogi)} are widely respected in India, especially the rural country side. There goal in life is attainment of liberation from the cycle of death & births (as Hindu’s believe). Yoga, now a worldwide growing phenomenon has its origins in Hinduism. Other later Indian religions like Buddhism & Jainism also have some element of Yoga as part of them.

India is home to number of popular health centers where yoga is part of the medical treatment and care.

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