Dr Geetha Surgical Oncologist

19/05/2025

🩺 Can Ovarian Cancer Be Prevented?
Dr. Geetha Nagasree, an expert in gynecologic oncology, shares crucial insights on lowering your risk of ovarian cancer, especially the most common type: epithelial ovarian cancer.
While certain risk factors like age and family history can't be changed, there are steps you can take to reduce your risk, some as simple as lifestyle changes, others as significant as preventive surgery.
🔹 What you should know:
✔️ Staying active and maintaining a healthy weight
✔️ Avoiding hormone replacement therapy post-menopause
✔️ Talking to your doctor about genetic testing if cancer runs in your family
✔️ Discussing preventive surgeries (like hysterectomy or o***y removal) if you're at high risk
💡 Women with BRCA gene mutations who underwent o***y removal saw their ovarian cancer risk drop by 85–95% and breast cancer risk by ~50%—powerful evidence for proactive care!
👉 If you're 40+, heading into menopause, or have a family history of breast or ovarian cancer, it's time to consult a trusted expert like Dr. Geetha Nagasree.
🎗️ Your health is in your hands—start the conversation today.

21/04/2025

At What Age Does the Risk of Gynecological Cancers Increase in Women?
Gynecological cancers affect a significant number of women worldwide. While these cancers can develop at any age, their risk tends to increase with age due to hormonal changes, genetic predisposition, family history and environmental factors. Understanding when each type of gynecological cancer becomes more prevalent can help women take proactive steps in prevention, screening, and early detection.

Does Cancer Risk Increase with Age
https://drgeethaoncologist.com/does-cancer-risk-increase-with-age/

23/03/2025

🩺💫 Ovarian Cancer – The Most Challenging Cancer!
Late detection of ovarian cancer remains a major concern in India. Many women overlook the warning signs, mistaking them for common digestive issues like stomach flu, indigestion, or heartburn.

🔍 Why is ovarian cancer detected late?
Symptoms such as abdominal pain, bloating, and digestive discomfort are often dismissed as minor health concerns. However, if you are 40+ and experiencing persistent symptoms, seeking expert medical advice is crucial.

🌟 Advanced Treatment for Ovarian Cancer 🌟
One of the biggest challenges oncologists face in treating advanced-stage ovarian cancer is its slow response to chemotherapy.

💡 HIPEC (Hyperthermic Intraperitoneal Chemotherapy) is revolutionizing ovarian cancer treatment!
✅ Cytoreductive surgery + HIPEC is proving to be the most effective treatment option for advanced and recurrent ovarian cancers.

08/03/2025

🌸 Celebrating Strength, Health & Empowerment—Happy Women’s Day! 🌸

On this International Women’s Day, I salute the resilience, courage, and grace of every woman. As a dedicated healthcare professional, I believe that women’s health is the foundation of a strong society.

This year’s theme, "Accelerate Action for Women's Equality," reminds us that every woman deserves access to quality healthcare, education, and opportunities. Let’s empower each other to prioritize wellness, early detection of cancer, and proactive healthcare choices.

💜 Your health matters! Take a step towards self-care—schedule a check-up for gynecological cancer screening, focus on mental well-being, and inspire those around you to do the same.

✨ Let’s celebrate womanhood with strength and confidence!

04/02/2025

🌍🎗 World Cancer Day 2025 🎗🌍

Today, we unite to raise awareness, take action, and stand together in the fight against cancer.

💜 Every step we take—whether through prevention, early detection, treatment, or support—brings us closer to a world without cancer.

Let’s break the stigma, spread knowledge, and support those affected.

💪🏽 Your voice, your actions, and your support matter!

🔹 Get screened
🔹 Make healthy choices
🔹 Support cancer research
🔹 Stand with survivors

17/07/2024

Uterus Removal Surgery in Hyderabad (Bulky or Enlarged Uterus) | Meet the Expert Female Laparoscopic surgeon in Hyderabad

Your gynecologist recommends UTERUS REMOVAL SURGERY (HYSTERECTOMY) If you have chronic abdominal or pelvic pain and excessive or abnormal menstrual bleeding

Chronic Pelvic pain and post-menopausal bleeding can also indicate cervical cancers and adnexal pathology.

Uterine bleeding can cause pain and other issues.

The bleeding can be due to several causes including uterine fibroids, endometriosis, Uterine prolapse (dislocation of the uterus from its place; thickening of the uterus (adenomyosis), cervical polyp, cervical dysplasia (precancerous condition of the cervix), and cervical or uterine cancers. The most prominent reason for the hysterectomy is uterine fibroids.

05/07/2024

🏥🩺💫👉 Why You Need Uterus Removal Surgery (HYSTERECTOMY) | 💁‍♀️ Is It Safe | 🤷‍♂️What are the Complications

💁‍♀️💫💫👉 Hysterectomy - the surgery for the removal of the uterus for various reasons including abnormal menstrual bleeding, endometriosis, Uterine prolapse (dislocation of the uterus from its place; thickening of the uterus (adenomyosis), cervical polyp, cervical dysplasia (precancerous condition of the cervix), chronic pelvic pain, post-menopausal bleeding, uterine, ovarian and cervical cancers and adnexal pathology. Uterine bleeding can cause pain and other issues.

💁‍♂️💁‍♀️👩‍⚕️ The bleeding can be due to several causes including uterine fibroids, and cervical uterine cancers. The most prominent reason for the hysterectomy is uterine fibroids.

🤷‍♂️👍👍👍 If you are searching for the best option for a hysterectomy in Hyderabad, then meet Dr. Geetha Nagasree.

🩺🩺💫👍 Dr. Geetha Nagasree will clarify your concerns regarding different types of hysterectomy and their outcomes.

19/06/2024

Risk Factors for Gynecological Cancers

Several factors contribute to the development of gynecological cancers:

Human Papillomavirus (HPV) Infection: HPV is a major risk factor for cervical cancer. Vaccination against HPV has been proven effective in preventing HPV-related cervical abnormalities and cancers.
Family History: Women with a family history of gynecological cancers, such as ovarian or breast cancer, may have an increased risk.
Reproductive Factors: Factors such as early age at first menstruation, late menopause, and never having given birth can influence the risk of developing certain gynecological cancers.

Gynecological cancer statistics worldwide pose a serious threat to women's population | Dr. Geetha N suggests these measures to prevent and

02/06/2024

Cervical Cancer - Potential Warning Signs and Symptoms

Cervical cancer is preventable with regular screenings and HPV vaccinations, but it remains a significant health concern globally. When diagnosed early, cervical cancer treatment is quite promising. In addition, stage IV cervical cancer treatment options are evolving as active research in this area is flourishing. Let us learn more about the potential warning signs and treatment options of Cervical Cancer.
https://drgeethaoncologist.com/stage-iv-cervical-cancer/

Stage IV cervical cancer treatment options – immunotherapy and targeted therapies offer promising outcomes for patients with cervical cancer.

08/03/2023

International Women’s Day is a time to celebrate and honor the women in our lives. It is also a day to reflect on the ongoing fight for gender equality and the work that still needs to be done.

Be proud to be a woman. Happy Women's Day!

14/02/2023

Risk factors for uterine cancer
The following are some of the known risk factors for uterine cancer:

Risk factors for uterine cancer - Many women ignore these risk factors for uterine cancer and delay consulting a specialist says Dr. Geetha N

06/02/2023

How Can I Reduce The Risk of Ovarian Cancer?

The most common type of ovarian cancer is epithelial ovarian cancer. There are other types such as stromal tumors and germ-cell cancers.

The possibility of lowering the risk of these types is lower as much less is known about the ways to lower the risk.

You can reduce the risk of EPITHELIAL OVARIAN CANCER by adopting the following measures:

Ovarian cancer prevention: Dr. Geetha Nagasree explains in very simple way how can you minimize the risk of ovarian cancer if you are a woman