Cancer Treatment in South Africa

About Oncology

Oncology is the branch of medicine dealing with the diagnosis, treatment and prevention of cancer.

When should you consider going for an oncology treatment?

Your doctor might refer you to visit an oncologist in a number of circumstances such as:

If you are undergoing a medical procedure of any kind and your the consulting physician notices a tumor or abnormal growth for which he needs a second opinion

Since most offices aren't equipped to diagnose a tumor is cancerous, you may be referred to an oncologist instead. People are often referred to an oncologist when:

• You notice an abnormal growth and want it to get diagnosed if it is cancerous or non-cancerous
• For the removal of a cancerous tumor
• If you are in need of chemotherapy for the treatment and prevention of cancer

Cost Comparison

Below is the cost comparison of a few of the cancer treatments:

Country of Treatment	Lung Cancer Treatment (Cost in USD)	Prostate Cancer Treatment (Cost in USD)	Breast Cancer Treatment (Cost in USD)
India	11000	7700	4000
Turkey	10000	10700	8950
UAE	12500	11500	9000