Dr. Vineeta Goel

17/06/2025

Learn expert tips from Dr. Vineeta Goel on managing radiation dermatitis. Discover effective remedies, prevention strategies, and skincare tips for patients undergoing radiation therapy in Delhi.

Learn expert tips from Dr. Vineeta Goel on managing radiation dermatitis. Discover effective remedies, prevention strategies, and skincare tips for patients undergoing radiation therapy in Delhi.

07/06/2025

May you be blessed with millions of reasons to be happy this Eid and always.

04/06/2025

Breast Cancer Radiation Therapy: Care Tips You Must Know!

Going through radiation therapy for breast cancer? Simple habits can make a big difference in your comfort and recovery.

✨ Wear soft, loose cotton clothes
🚿 Use lukewarm water, pat skin dry
❌ Avoid applying creams, deodorants,or talcum
🍲 Eat soft, home-cooked, non-spicy food
🧘‍♀️ Continue light exercises and rest well
💤 Avoid sleeping on the affected side
🛑 Speak to your radiation oncologist if you experience redness, itching or discomfort - even weeks after therapy!

Small steps = big impact on healing. Stay aware. Stay strong.

28/05/2025

Radiation therapy for head and neck cancers can affect your oral health. Gentle, consistent care helps prevent long-term complications such as dry mouth, infections, tooth decay, and jawbone problems.

Here are essential mouth care habits every patient should follow:

🧂 Rinse with Saline Water (4–6 Times Daily)
Salt water helps keep the mouth clean, soothes inflammation and prevents infections. Make it a lifelong habit.

🦷 Brush with High-Fluoride Toothpaste (Twice Daily)
Strengthens enamel and protects against decay caused by dry mouth and reduced saliva.

🧴 Oil Pulling with Coconut Oil (2–3 Times a Day)
A natural detox method that helps lubricate the mouth and improve oral hygiene - choose wood-pressed oil for best results.

🍬 Mouthwash After Every Sweet Meal
Sugars feed bacteria. Rinsing after sweet foods keeps your mouth fresh and helps prevent cavities.

🚫 Avoid Tooth Extraction Without Consultation
Jawbones become fragile post-radiation. Always consult your radiation oncologist before any dental surgery.

🦷 Annual Dental Check-Up
Routine exams can catch early signs of trouble. A dentist familiar with cancer care is ideal.

Your oral health is part of your overall healing. Protect your smile with mindful, everyday care.

26/05/2025

Recovery doesn’t stop after treatment - it begins there. Regular, gentle exercises help prevent stiffness, improve mobility and restore normal function after head and neck cancer treatments.

🌀 Neck Movements:
Turn your neck sideways, up and down - 10 repetitions daily. It improves flexibility and reduces tightness.

💪 Arm Movements:
Stretch your arms upwards, sideways and forward to maintain shoulder strength and range of motion.

👃 Valsalva Maneuver:
Pinch your nose, close your lips and blow - helps maintain inner ear pressure and sinus health.

🧘 Pranayama (Breathing Exercise):
Keep your spine straight, sit cross-legged with knees on the floor and focus on deep, controlled breathing.

👅 Tongue Exercises:
Stick your tongue out, roll it, touch the palate and cheeks. Great for rebuilding speech and swallowing function.

🗣️ Jaw Exercises:
Open, close and move your jaw sideways. Chewing food mindfully is the best jaw workout!

💡 Consistency is key. Practice these simple exercises daily to support healing and regain quality of life.

06/05/2025

Pelvic Radiation: What Every Patient Must Know. पेल्विक रेडिएशन: हर मरीज को क्या जानना चाहिए |

Pelvic radiation therapy is commonly used to treat gynecological cancers such as cervical, vulvar and uterine cancers as well as prostate cancer in men. It is also frequently used for cancers of the re**um and a**l ca**l. Patients undergoing pelvic radiation are encouraged to stay physically active - light walking or gentle exercise can help reduce the risk of deep vein thrombosis (DVT) and may lower the chance of rare complications like bowel obstruction. Eating easy-to-digest foods and drinking plenty of water helps support digestive health and may minimize bowel-related side effects by keeping the intestines less exposed to radiation. Importantly, patients should avoid sudden dietary changes, including cutting salt or taking high doses of antioxidants, unless advised by their radiation oncologist.

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पेल्विक रेडिएशन थेरेपी का आमतौर पर उपयोग स्त्री रोग से संबंधित कैंसर जैसे कि सर्वाइकल (गर्भाशय ग्रीवा), वल्वर (योनि द्वार), और यूटेरिन (गर्भाशय) कैंसर के इलाज के लिए किया जाता है, साथ ही पुरुषों में प्रोस्टेट कैंसर के लिए भी। इसका उपयोग मलाशय (रेक्टम) और गुदा नलिका (एनल कैनाल) के कैंसर के इलाज में भी अक्सर किया जाता है।
इस थेरेपी से गुजर रहे रोगियों को शारीरिक रूप से सक्रिय रहने की सलाह दी जाती है—हल्की वॉक या साधारण व्यायाम करने से डीप वेन थ्रॉम्बोसिस (DVT) की संभावना को कम किया जा सकता है और दुर्लभ जटिलताओं जैसे कि आंतों की रुकावट (बॉवेल ऑब्स्ट्रक्शन) के जोखिम को भी घटाया जा सकता है।
आसानी से पचने वाला भोजन करना और भरपूर मात्रा में पानी पीना पाचन तंत्र को बेहतर बनाए रखने में मदद करता है और आंतों को रेडिएशन के दायरे से कुछ हद तक बाहर रखकर उससे संबंधित दुष्प्रभावों को कम कर सकता है।
सबसे महत्वपूर्ण बात, रोगियों को बिना डॉक्टर की सलाह के अचानक खानपान में बदलाव नहीं करना चाहिए—जैसे कि नमक का सेवन अचानक कम करना या अधिक मात्रा में एंटीऑक्सीडेंट लेना। इन सब पर निर्णय उनके रेडिएशन ऑन्कोलॉजिस्ट की सलाह से ही लेना चाहिए।



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28/04/2025

Going Through Cancer Treatment ? Avoid these mistakes. कैंसर का इलाज करवा रहे हैं? इन गलतियों से बचें।

During cancer treatment, some common mistakes can seriously impact recovery. Many fear that a biopsy or FNAC will "spread" cancer—but that's a myth. These tests actually guide doctors to the right diagnosis and treatment plan. Another mistake is comparing treatments with others - even the same cancer type can behave very differently from person to person. Some patients stop treatment midway, thinking they feel better - this can lower the chances of a full recovery. Skipping follow-ups is another big risk, as they help catch any new changes early when they are most treatable.

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कैंसर के इलाज के दौरान की गई कुछ सामान्य गलतियाँ इलाज के नतीजों पर गंभीर असर डाल सकती हैं। कई लोग डरते हैं कि बायोप्सी या एफएनएसी (FNAC) से कैंसर फैल सकता है — लेकिन यह एक मिथक है; ये जांचें डॉक्टर को सही डायग्नोसिस और इलाज की योजना बनाने में मदद करती हैं। एक और आम गलती है अपने इलाज की तुलना दूसरों से करना, जबकि एक ही तरह का कैंसर भी हर व्यक्ति में अलग तरह से पेश आ सकता है। कुछ मरीज इलाज के बीच में ही रुक जाते हैं यह सोचकर कि अब वे ठीक महसूस कर रहे हैं — इससे पूरी तरह ठीक होने की संभावना कम हो जाती है। फॉलो-अप न करना भी एक बड़ी गलती है, क्योंकि फॉलो-अप के दौरान किसी भी नए बदलाव को समय पर पकड़ा जा सकता है और सही समय पर इलाज शुरू किया जा सकता है।

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22/04/2025

Stand strong. Stand together.
Breast cancer doesn’t just affect individuals - it impacts families, communities and generations. Together, through early screenings, expert consultations and consistent self-exams, we can empower one another in this fight. Every voice matters, every action counts.
Let’s raise awareness, support warriors, and make early detection a priority.

Dr. Vineeta Goel
Senior Director & HOD, Radiation Oncology
Fortis Hospital, Delhi

17/04/2025

Starting Radiation Therapy ? रेडिएशन थेरेपी शुरू कर रहे हैं ? Very Useful Instructions for Patients.

Radiation therapy for breast cancer has become significantly more advanced and efficient in recent years. What traditionally required 6–7 weeks of treatment can now often be completed in less than 4 weeks, thanks to newer, more targeted techniques. The treatment itself is painless, and unlike chemotherapy, it does not cause hair loss. Patients are encouraged to stay physically active throughout the course of therapy. It's advisable to wear loose, breathable cotton clothing and consume home-cooked meals that are mild in spices to avoid irritation or discomfort. Some patients may experience temporary side effects such as skin redness or darkening, mild difficulty in swallowing, or a drop in blood counts—but these are typically manageable and resolve after treatment ends. In very rare cases (less than 1%), patients may develop pneumonia-like symptoms following radiotherapy. If you notice symptoms like a persistent cough, fever, or difficulty breathing, consult your doctor without delay.

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ब्रेस्ट कैंसर के लिए रेडिएशन थेरेपी हाल के वर्षों में काफी उन्नत और प्रभावी हो गई है। पहले जहां यह इलाज 6–7 हफ्ते तक चलता था, अब नई और टारगेटेड तकनीकों की मदद से इसे अक्सर 4 हफ्तों से भी कम समय में पूरा किया जा सकता है। यह उपचार पूरी तरह से दर्दरहित होता है और कीमोथेरेपी की तरह बाल झड़ने की समस्या नहीं होती। मरीजों को थेरेपी के दौरान सक्रिय रहने की सलाह दी जाती है। ढीले और सांस लेने वाले कॉटन के कपड़े पहनें और कम मसाले वाला घर का बना भोजन करें, जिससे जलन या असहजता से बचा जा सके। कुछ मरीजों को अस्थायी रूप से त्वचा में लालिमा या रंग में बदलाव, निगलने में हल्की परेशानी, या रक्त की मात्रा में कमी जैसी हल्की समस्याएं हो सकती हैं — लेकिन ये आमतौर पर इलाज खत्म होने के बाद ठीक हो जाती हैं।
बहुत ही दुर्लभ मामलों में (1% से भी कम), कुछ मरीजों को रेडिएशन के बाद निमोनिया जैसे लक्षण (लगातार खांसी, बुखार, या सांस लेने में तकलीफ) हो सकते हैं। ऐसे लक्षण दिखें तो तुरंत अपने डॉक्टर से संपर्क करें।



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03/04/2025

De-escalation in Local Treatment in Early Breast Cancer

CHARTROUNDS INDIA is hosting a session with Dr. Vineeta Goel on an important aspect of breast cancer management - 'De-escalation in Local Treatment in Early Breast Cancer'.

🗓 Date: April 3, 2025 (Thursday)

⏰ Time: 7:00 PM - 8:00 PM

📍 Zoom Meeting: https://chartrounds.org/india/

Dr. Vineeta Goel, Senior Director & HOD of Radiation Oncology at Fortis Hospital, Shalimar Bagh, New Delhi, will be sharing insights on this evolving approach in breast cancer care.

This session provides an opportunity to engage with evolving clinical perspectives and advancements in oncology.

31/03/2025

Wishing you and your family a joyous and blessed Eid filled with love, happiness, and good health. May this Eid bring joy to families, peace to hearts, and blessings to all.

30/03/2025

Radiation therapy is a highly effective treatment for various cancers, helping millions of patients worldwide. However, many patients worry about whether radiation therapy makes them radioactive. This concern is understandable, given the nature of radiation, but the reality is much more reassuring. In this blog, Dr. Vineeta Goel, senior director in radiation oncology at Fortis Hospital, Delhi, explains how radiation therapy works and whether it poses any risks to those around you.

Many patients worry about whether radiation therapy makes them radioactive. This concern is understandable, given the nature of radiation, but the reality is