Pranjali Gadgil, Breast Surgeon, PuneSep 8, 20173 min readSharing your Breast Cancer Journey with Another Patient.If you've had breast cancer its likely that down the road, someone facing the diagnosis will ask you for advice. Its only kind to share...
Breast Surgeon, Dr Pranjali GadgilMay 30, 20172 min read"I don't smoke or drink, I still got breast cancer" what's the point of another alRecent updates from the AICR (American Institute for Cancer Research) suggest that even one drinking one drink a day can increase your...
Dr Pranjali Gadgil, PuneMay 25, 20174 min readPreparing for Breast Cancer SurgeryThe days of wait between biopsy to surgery can be frustrating. Use this time to prepare yourself for the surgery. If you have been on...
Dr Pranjali Gadgil, Breast Surgeon, PuneMar 5, 20173 min readThe Missed Dialogue in Metastatic Disease.Here's a typical story of metastatic disease. A woman gets diagnosed with advanced breast cancer. Investigations reveal that the tumor...
Dr Pranjali Gadgil Breast SurgeonFeb 25, 20172 min readIs "Don't worry" the best thing you can say to a cancer patient?A cancer patient hears a lot of “Everything’s going to be fine…don’t worry” The reaction is a reflex. "Don't worry" is intentioned to...
Breast Surgeon, Pranjali GadgilFeb 23, 20174 min readBreast Cancer Myths Social media platforms are a great way to improve health awareness. However most circulating messages and emails, contain information...
Dr Pranjali Gadgil, Breast Surgeon, PuneFeb 22, 20172 min readI've Completed Cancer Treatments, Will I be ok? Probably? Maybe?There’s an expected a sense of relief after completion of cancer treatments. You’ve fought and you’ve endured. It’s been a few months of...
Breast Surgeon, Dr Pranjali GadgilFeb 22, 20176 min readGenetic Testing for Breast CancerGenetic Testing for breast cancer in India was heretofore limited the high cost of patented tests, need to ship samples overseas and...