My mouth gets dry, and it seems like saliva isn't produced. It dries out again shortly after drinking water.

Your mouth feels dry because there is not enough saliva. Drinking water helps temporarily, but a doctor can check the cause and suggest ways to keep your mouth moist.

I have neck pain and used to chew tobacco. Could this be a sign of cancer?

Neck pain by itself is usually not cancer, but chewing tobacco raises the risk of mouth and throat cancer. consult a doctor if the pain continues or you notice lumps or trouble swallowing.

What is the treatment for tongue cancer?

Tongue cancer is treated mainly with surgery to remove the cancerous part of the tongue. Some patients also need radiation or chemotherapy to stop the cancer from spreading. Early treatment increases the chance of recovery.

Is radiotherapy necessary for breast cancer after completing 6 cycles of chemotherapy?

Radiotherapy is often recommended after chemotherapy for breast cancer to kill any remaining cancer cells and reduce the risk of recurrence. The doctor will decide based on tumour size, location, and response to chemo.

A cancer patient wants radiotherapy after 4 chemotherapy sessions. What is the best centre?

The best radiotherapy centre depends on where you live and the type of cancer you have. Top hospitals in India include Tata Memorial (Mumbai), AIIMS (Delhi), Rajiv Gandhi Cancer Institute (Delhi), and Regional Cancer Centre (Thiruvananthapuram).

What is the treatment and medication pattern for Sj?gren's Syndrome (SS)?

Sj?gren?s syndrome treatment focuses on relieving symptoms and preventing complications. For dryness, we use preservative-free artificial tears and saliva substitutes. Prescription eye drops like cyclosporine, or oral medications like pilocarpine and cevimeline, help stimulate moisture production. If you experience systemic symptoms like joint pain or fatigue, disease-modifying medications like hydroxychloroquine are highly effective. For more severe cases, temporary corticosteroids or immunosuppressants like methotrexate may be prescribed. Because symptoms vary, we tailor the medication pattern to your specific needs. With proper management, most patients lead active, comfortable lives.