Cost of oral cancer treatment In India

Oral cancer treatment is done by a multidisciplinary team of doctor’s that consists of oral cancer surgeon, reconstructive plastic surgeon, maxillofacial prosthodontist, otolaryngologist, audiologist, medical oncologist & radiation oncologist.

The treatment plan for an individual patient depends on a number of factors, including the exact location of the tumor, the stage of the cancer, and the person’s age and general health. Treatment for head and neck cancer can include surgery, radiation therapy, chemotherapy, targeted therapy, or a combination of treatments.

People who are diagnosed with HPV-positive oropharyngeal cancer may be treated differently than people with oropharyngeal cancers that are HPV-negative.

Below given are the different types of oral cancer. Details of each of them can be found on their respective pages.

• Hypopharyngeal Cancer
• Laryngeal Cancer
• Lip and Oral Cavity Cancer
• Metastatic Squamous Neck Cancer with Occult Primary
• Nasopharyngeal Cancer
• Oropharyngeal Cancer
• Paranasal Sinus and Nasal Cavity Cancer
• Salivary Gland Cancer

Basically treatment of oral cancer consists of surgery, chemotherapy, targeted therapy, immunotherapy and radiation therapy.

Surgery in oral cancer treatment

During surgery, the goal is to remove the cancerous tumor and some surrounding healthy tissue during an operation. Types of surgery for head and neck cancer include:

• Laser technology. This may be used to treat an early-stage tumor, especially if it was found in the larynx.
• Excision. This is an operation to remove the cancerous tumor and some surrounding healthy tissue, known as a margin.
• Lymph node dissection or neck dissection. If the doctor suspects the cancer has spread, the doctor may remove lymph nodes in the neck. This may be done at the same time as an excision.
• Reconstructive (plastic) surgery. If cancer surgery requires major tissue removal, such as removing the jaw, skin, pharynx, or tongue, reconstructive or plastic surgery may be done to replace the missing tissue. This type of operation helps restore a person’s appearance and the function of the affected area. For example, a prosthodontist may be able to make an artificial dental or facial part to help restore the ability to swallow and speak.
• A speech pathologist may then be needed to help the patient relearn how to swallow and communicate using new techniques or special equipment.

Radiation therapy in oral cancer treatment

Radiation therapy is the use of high-energy x-rays or other particles to destroy cancer cells. A radiation therapy regimen, or schedule, usually consists of a specific number of treatments given over a set period of time. It can be the main treatment for head and neck cancer, or it can be used after surgery to destroy small areas of cancer that cannot be removed surgically.

Chemotherapy in oral cancer treatment

Chemotherapy drugs commonly used to treat head and neck cancers are:

• cisplatin.
• carboplatin.
• docetaxel (Taxotere®)
• paclitaxel.
• capecitabine (Xeloda®)
• fluorouracil (5FU)
• gemcitabine.

Targeted therapy used in oral cancer treatment

Epidermal growth factor receptor (EGFR) inhibitors are so far the only targeted agents that have been approved in head and neck cancer.

Immunotherapy drugs used in oral cancer treatment

Pembrolizumab (Keytruda) and Nivolumab (Opdivo) are 2 immunotherapy drugs approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) for the treatment of people with recurrent or metastatic head and neck squamous cell carcinoma.

Advance stage oral cancer / Stage 4 oral cancer treatment

For advance stage or stage 4 oral cancer treatment patients can enquire for applicability of CAR T-cell therapy. For CAR T-cell therapy enquiries please call +91 96 1588 1588 or email to info@cancerfax.com.

FAQ’s on oral cancer treatment in India

Q: What is the cost of Oral cancer treatment in India?

A: Cost of Oral cancer treatment in India starts from $ 5525 and can go up to $ 18,700 USD. Cost depends upon stage of Oral cancer, hospital and doctor chosen for the treatment.

Q: Is Oral cancer curable in India?

A: If detected and treated early Oral cancer has very high rate of cure.

Q: Is stage 2 Oral cancer curable in India?

A: Stage II Oral cancer s is curable with current multi-modality treatment consisting of treatment, chemotherapy, radiation therapy and hormonal therapy. Effective treatment of stage II Oral cancer requires both local and systemic therapy.

Q: Which stage of Oral cancer is curable?

A: Because stage 3 Oral cancer has spread outside the Oral cancer, it’s harder to treat than early stage Oral cancer. With aggressive treatment, stage 3 Oral cancer is curable, but the risk that the Oral cancer will grow back after treatment is high.

Q: How many days I have to stay in India for Oral cancer treatment?

A: For Oral cancer treatment you need to stay for 7-10 days in India. For complete treatment involving chemotherapy & radiotherapy you may be required to stay up to 6 months in India.

Q: Can I take chemotherapy at my home country after my treatment?

A: Yes, our doctor can prescribe you a chemotherapy plan and the same plan you can take in your home country.

Q: Where can I stay in India outside hospital?

A: Many hospitals in India have guest houses in the hospital premises where international patients are allowed to stay. Cost of these guest houses ranges between $30-100 USD per day. There are guest houses and hotels near to the hospital in the same range.

Q: Can my attendant stay with me during my hospital stay?

A: Yes, one attendant is allowed to stay with the patient during hospital stay.

Q: What kind of food is served in the hospital?

A: Hospital provides all kinds and variety of food in India. A dedicated dietitian will be there to help you out with your choice of food.

Q: How can I take doctor appointment?

A: CancerFax will arrange for your doctor appointment. You need not worry about this.

Q: Which are the best hospitals for Oral cancer treatment in India?

A: Check below the list of top hospitals for Oral cancer treatment in India.

Q: Who is the best doctor for Oral cancer treatment in India?

A: Check below the list of top doctor’s for Oral cancer treatment in India.

Q: Can I live normal life after Oral cancer treatment?

A: Studies have shown that Oral cancer patients, after completion of therapy, seek to move on and return to a “normal way of life.” Studies show that a desire for “normality” is a key factor in coping with Oral cancer.

Q: Will my Oral cancer come back?

A: Oral cancer can recur at any time or not at all, but most recurrences happen in the first 5 years after Oral cancer treatment. Oral cancer can come back as a local recurrence (meaning in the treated Oral cancer or near the mastectomy scar) or somewhere else in the body.

Q: How much does cancer treatment cost in India?

A: Cost of cancer treatment in India starts from $2400 and can go up to $ 18,000 USD. Treatment cost depends upon type of Oral cancer, stage of Oral cancer and hospital chosen for the treatment.

Q: Is India a safe country to visit?

A: India is a very safe country to visit. Every year millions of patients / tourist visit India for various purposes. India is among the fastest growing economy in the world.

Q: How good is medical treatment in India?

A: There are more than 25 JCI accredited hospitals in India at present. Medical treatment in India is considered at par with any country in the world. Especially surgeons of India are considered as the best. Doctors and hospitals in India uses latest drugs and technology for treatment.

Q: Can I get local sim card in India? What about local help and support? How much are the charges?

A: CancerFax will provide all kind of local help and support in India. CancerFax do not charge any fees for these services in India. We also arrange for local site seeing, shopping, guest house booking, taxi booking and all kind of local help and support is provided.