Best Bone Tumor & Soft Tissue Tumor Doctor in Bangalore
Dr. Deepak specializes in treating various musculoskeletal cancers. In fact he was instrumental in establishing a Regional referral center for metastatic bone disease at Liverpool for the north of England, before coming back to his native place - Bangalore. Dr. Deepak G Shivarathre is considered one of the Best Bone Tumor and Soft Tissue Tumor Doctor in Bangalore. Dr. Deepak is available for consultation at Spire Clinic - Malleswaram and also at Fortis Hospital - Richmond Road.
What is a Tumor?
Tumors are lumps in the tissue which forms when the cells in the bone divide uncontrollably. Tumors can occur in any part of the body. Tumors are of two types : Benign and Malignant. Benign tumors are those tumors which are non-cancerous and do not spread to other parts of the body. Malignant tumors are cancerous tumors and can spread (metastasize) to other parts of the body.
When the tumor starts in the bone it is called Bone tumor. When the tumor starts in the soft tissues around the bones it is called soft tissue tumor. Malignant or Cancerous tumors that start in the Bones or Soft tissue are called as Sarcoma.
Bone Tumor
Bone tumors start in the bones, such as in the spine, leg bones, ribs or arm bones. Benign bone tumors are much more common than malignant bone tumors. Some common benign tumors are Nonossifying fibromas, osteochondromas and Unicameral bone cysts. Common Malignant tumors are Ewing Sarcoma and Osteosarcoma. Bone tumors are found most often in children and young adults.
Soft Tissue Tumor
Soft tissue sarcoma starts in connective tissue, which includes the Blood vessels, fat cells, Lymph nodes, Muscles, nerves and tendons. Soft tissue sarcoma can occur anywhere in the body, but most commonly they occur in the arms and legs, and in the abdomen. There are many subtypes of soft tissue sarcoma and they can affect children and adults.
Symptoms - Bone & Soft Tissue
Symptoms of tumors in the bones and soft tissues can be hard to identify as it can overlap with other conditions. As these tumors can occur anywhere in the body the symptoms can vary, and depend on the type of tumor, its location and how much it has grown or spread. Some general guidelines are listed below.
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Bone cancer symptoms may include pain in the affected bone, swelling near the affected bone, broken bones and fatigue.
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Soft tissue sarcoma may not have early symptoms, but may later be a lump or swelling and may cause pain if it presses on a nerve or muscle.
Diagnosis - Bone & Soft Tissue
During your first visit, Dr. Deepak G Shivarathre will talk to you about your symptoms and medical history. Next he will do a through physical examination as per protocols. Depending on the case, he may prescribe the below tests to determine the source of your tumor / pain.
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X-rays & Ultrasound
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Bone Scan
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CT / MRI Scan
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PET (positron emission tomography) Scan
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Biopsy
Treatment Options for Bone and Soft Tissue Tumor
As there are many varieties of Bone and Soft tissue sarcoma, the treatment options also can vary. Many children, teens and young adults with bone cancers could have a combination of various treatment like chemotherapy, surgery, radiation therapy etc. depending upon the case. However two common surgical options are listed below for reference.
Bone Tumor
Bone tumors start in the bones, such as in the spine, leg bones, ribs or arm bones. Benign bone tumors are much more common than malignant bone tumors. Some common benign tumors are Nonossifying fibromas, osteochondromas and Unicameral bone cysts. Common Malignant tumors are Ewing Sarcoma and Osteosarcoma. Bone tumors are found most often in children and young adults.
Soft Tissue Tumor
Soft tissue sarcoma starts in connective tissue, which includes the Blood vessels, fat cells, Lymph nodes, Muscles, nerves and tendons. Soft tissue sarcoma can occur anywhere in the body, but most commonly they occur in the arms and legs, and in the abdomen. There are many subtypes of soft tissue sarcoma and they can affect children and adults.
Your Trusted Shoulder Specialist Surgeon in Bangalore
Dr. Deepak G Shivarathre
MBBS MRCS FRCS (Ortho) CCT (UK)
If you have a chronic shoulder pain affecting your lifestyle, I encourage you to consult an Orthopedic Surgeon and explore options for your shoulder treatment.
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My team and me are specialist in Shoulder Treatment in Bangalore. We work closely with each patient to choose the treatment plan that will alleviate shoulder pain, restore function, and result in the best possible log-term outcomes.
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When surgery is necessary, we use Arthroscopic Surgery (minimally invasive techniques) whenever possible.
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If you have any query or doubts, please feel free to contact me. Wishing You A Healthy Life.
Book An Appointment
Dr. Deepak G Shivarathre is consulting at two different locations in Bengaluru. Choose the one nearest to your home as per your convenience. You can either call our reception to book your appointment or WhatsApp us and our team will get back to you.
Spire Clinic
#52/1 1, 10th Main Rd,
Malleswaram, Bengaluru - 560055
Timings : 5:30 PM to 8 PM
(Monday to Saturday)
Cytecare Hospital
Near Venkatala, Bagalur Cross, Yelahanka,
Bengaluru, Karnataka 560064
Timings : 10:00 AM to 4: PM
(Monday to Saturday)
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