Dr. Yusuf Gunaydin

Conditions treated by Dr. Yusuf Gunaydin

A medical oncologist treats different types of cancer using different techniques like hormone therapy, chemotherapy, targeted therapy, or immunotherapy. A medical oncologist works with other specialists to design a treatment plan according to the type and nature of cancer, age of the patient, stage of cancer. They discuss cancer diagnosis with you, including the stage and type you have. They also assist you to manage the cancer symptoms as well as treatment side effects. Listed below are some of the conditions that Dr. Yusuf Gunaydin treats:

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

Signs and Symptoms treated by Dr. Yusuf Gunaydin

Cancer can cause different symptoms. However, most of these symptoms are often caused by illness, benign tumors, injury, or other problems. If you experience symptoms that do not disappear after some weeks, consult your doctor so that actual problems could be diagnosed and treated as soon as possible. Also, cancer doesn’t cause pain, so see a doctor even if you do not feel pain. You must see a medical oncologist if you have any of the below-listed symptoms of cancer::

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

Operating Hours of Dr. Yusuf Gunaydin

Dr Yusuf Gunaydin works from 11 am to 5 pm (Monday to Saturday). The doctor is not available on Sunday. Although the doctor is mostly available at the given time, call the doctor or his assistant to confirm his availability.

Popular Procedures performed by Dr. Yusuf Gunaydin

The list of popular procedures that Dr Yusuf Gunaydin perform is given below:

• 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. A medical oncologist can also use hormone therapy for cancer treatment. This procedure is often used after surgery to reduce the risk of cancer returning back. In some cases, it is used before surgery. Hormone therapy is also used to treat cancer that has returned after treatment.

Qualification

• Ankara University Faculty of Medicine 2005

Past Experiences

• Samsun Ayvacik State Hospital 2010
• Gazi University Faculty of Engineering 2014
• Samsun Training and Research Hospital 2017