Dr. T Raja

Conditions treated by Dr. T Raja

A medical oncologist is trained to treat different types of cancer using chemotherapy and other medications, such as immunotherapy and targeted therapy. The medical oncologist designs a treatment plan after consultation with doctors from other disciplines. The doctor completely evaluates the nature of cancer and then treats cancer through various methods like chemotherapy, hormone therapy, and targeted therapy. The conditions that Dr. T Raja treats are listed below:

• Mixed Gliomas
• Ovarian Cancer
• Meningiomas
• Rectal Cancer
• Stomach Cancer
• Breast Cancer
• Metastatic Cancer
• Certain Types of Cancer that have been Resistant to Chemotherapy and Radiation Treatment (e.g. Melanoma)
• Cervical Cancer
• Oral or Mouth Cancer
• Primitive Neuroectodermal Tumors
• Oligodendrogliomas
• Pancreatic Cancer
• Ependymomas
• Prostate Cancer
• Brain Cancers- Astrocytoma
• Colorectal or Colon Cancer
• Skin Cancer
• Breast and Prostate Cancer
• Lung Cancer
• Brain Cancer
• Colon Cancer

Signs and Symptoms treated by Dr. T Raja

Different types of cancer produce different signs and symptoms. It is very crucial to detect cancer in the early stages. Early detection of cancer helps in the effective treatment of cancer. Some of the symptoms look like those produced in other health conditions. It is highly suggested to consult an oncologist who will evaluate the symptoms and will suggest tests to detect cancer. With the advancement of medical technology, a number of diagnostic techniques are available which can effectively diagnose cancer. You must see a medical oncologist if you have any of the below-listed symptoms of cancer::

• Lump or area of thickening that can be felt under the skin
• Fatigue
• Difficulty swallowing
• Persistent cough or trouble breathing
• Weight changes, including unintended loss or gain
• Persistent, unexplained muscle or joint pain
• Skin changes, such as yellowing, darkening or redness of the skin, sores that won't heal, or changes to existing moles
• Unexplained bleeding or bruising
• Hoarseness
• Persistent, unexplained fevers or night sweats
• Changes in bowel or bladder habits
• Persistent indigestion or discomfort after eating

Operating Hours of Dr. T Raja

You can find Doctor T Raja in the clinic/hospital from 11 am to 5 pm (Monday to Saturday). The doctor is not available on Sunday. You can connect with the doctor or his attendant to confirm his/her availability because the doctor may not be available in the given time due to some personal reasons or any emergencies.

Popular Procedures performed by Dr. T Raja

Some of the popular procedures that Dr T Raja performs are:

• Chemotherapy

A medical oncologist uses chemotherapy for cancer treatment. It uses a combination of drugs to kill the cancerous cells in the body and prevents them from growing further. While chemotherapy could require a single drug, this is also given along with other drugs. Hormone therapy is a procedure that uses medicines to stop or lower the amount of hormones used by cancer cells to grow. Hormone therapy is used for the treatment of breast cancer, prostate cancer, ovarian cancer, and womb cancer.

Qualification

• MBBS - Madurai Kamaraj University, 1988
• MD - Pediatrics - Gujarat University, India, 1993
• DM - Oncology - Gujarat University, India, 1997

Past Experiences

• Currently working at Apollo Chennai