Frequently Asked Questions

The questions we hear most often — answered honestly and without jargon.

Dr. Anjali Sachan is a Medical Oncologist providing comprehensive, evidence-based cancer care. Her clinical expertise includes the diagnosis and management of a wide range of solid tumours and blood cancers, with treatment approaches such as chemotherapy, targeted therapy, immunotherapy and hormonal therapy.
Dr. Anjali Sachan specialises in Medical Oncology and provides personalised treatment for several types of cancer, including breast cancer, lung cancer, head and neck cancer, gastrointestinal cancers, pancreatic and hepatobiliary cancers, genitourinary cancers, gynaecological cancers, brain tumours and selected blood cancers.
Depending on the cancer type, stage and individual patient factors, Dr. Anjali Sachan may recommend chemotherapy, targeted therapy, immunotherapy, hormonal therapy and other personalised cancer treatment approaches. Treatment is planned after evaluating the patient's diagnosis, pathology, imaging and overall health.
Yes. Dr. Anjali Sachan provides medical oncology care for breast cancer, including systemic treatment options such as chemotherapy, targeted therapy, hormonal therapy and immunotherapy when clinically appropriate. The treatment plan is tailored according to the cancer subtype, stage and relevant biomarker or molecular findings.
Yes. Dr. Anjali Sachan is experienced in the medical management of lung cancer. Depending on the type and stage of lung cancer, treatment may include chemotherapy, targeted therapy, immunotherapy or a combination of treatments based on the patient's clinical and molecular profile.
Dr. Anjali Sachan provides care for selected haematological malignancies, including chronic leukemias and multiple myeloma. Evaluation and treatment depend on the specific blood cancer, disease characteristics and the patient's overall health.
Yes. A second-opinion consultation can help patients better understand their diagnosis, cancer stage, available treatment options and the rationale behind a recommended treatment plan. Patients can bring their pathology reports, scans, treatment records and previous prescriptions for review.
You may consider consulting a medical oncologist after a cancer diagnosis, when a biopsy confirms malignancy, before starting systemic cancer treatment, when treatment options need clarification, or when you want an independent opinion about an existing treatment plan.
Treatment decisions are based on several factors, including the type and stage of cancer, biopsy and pathology findings, imaging reports, molecular or biomarker testing when relevant, previous treatments and the patient's overall health. Dr. Anjali Sachan focuses on developing an individualised treatment plan rather than using the same approach for every patient.
Chemotherapy itself is generally not painful when administered through an IV, although some patients may experience discomfort during cannulation or infusion. Side effects such as nausea, fatigue, loss of appetite or other symptoms can occur. Dr. Anjali Sachan uses supportive care and monitoring to help manage treatment-related side effects.
Chemotherapy uses medicines that attack rapidly dividing cancer cells. Targeted therapy is designed to act on specific molecular or biological features of cancer cells, while immunotherapy helps the body's immune system recognise and fight cancer. Not every patient is eligible for every treatment, so the appropriate option depends on the cancer type and individual clinical findings.
No. Chemotherapy is only one of several cancer treatment options. Depending on the diagnosis, some patients may benefit from surgery, radiation therapy, targeted therapy, immunotherapy, hormonal therapy or a combination of treatments. Dr. Anjali Sachan evaluates each patient's condition before recommending systemic treatment.
Patients should ideally bring their biopsy or pathology reports, CT/MRI/PET-CT or other imaging reports and CDs if available, previous blood investigations, treatment records, prescriptions, discharge summaries and details of any previous chemotherapy, radiation therapy or surgery.
Yes. Modern oncology increasingly uses personalised treatment strategies based on cancer type, stage, pathology and, when appropriate, molecular or biomarker information. Dr. Anjali Sachan follows an evidence-based approach to help determine the most appropriate treatment strategy for each patient.
There is no single treatment duration for all cancers. Treatment may last from several weeks to several months or longer depending on the cancer type, stage, treatment protocol and response to therapy. Dr. Anjali Sachan can explain the expected treatment schedule after reviewing the patient's diagnosis and reports.
Side effects are monitored throughout treatment. Depending on the therapy, supportive medicines, dietary guidance, lifestyle measures and treatment adjustments may be used to help manage symptoms such as nausea, fatigue, appetite changes and other treatment-related effects.
Cancer care does not necessarily end when active treatment finishes. Follow-up may include regular clinical consultations, blood tests, imaging and surveillance according to the cancer type and individual risk. Long-term follow-up also focuses on recovery, wellbeing and monitoring for recurrence when appropriate.
You can contact Dr. Anjali Sachan's clinic to enquire about consultation availability and appointment scheduling. Patients seeking a consultation should keep their previous medical reports and treatment records ready for a comprehensive evaluation.
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