Supportive Care

Supportive cancer care in hematology focuses on improving the quality of life for patients with blood-related cancers such as leukemia, lymphoma, and myeloma. It works alongside primary treatments to manage symptoms, reduce side effects, and address the emotional, physical, and psychological challenges patients may face throughout their journey. Supportive cancer care plays a vital role in the holistic management of hematologic malignancies such as leukemia, lymphoma, multiple myeloma, and myelodysplastic syndromes. While the primary goal of cancer treatment is to control or eliminate the disease, supportive care ensures that patients can maintain strength, dignity, and comfort throughout their treatment journey.

What is a Supportive Care?

Supportive care encompasses a wide range of services that address the side effects of cancer and its treatment, as well as the emotional and social impact of a diagnosis. In hematology, where treatments like chemotherapy, bone marrow transplants, and immunotherapy can be particularly intensive, these services are essential.

Under the care of experienced hematologists like Dr. Arijit Bishnu, transfusions are safely administered with careful monitoring and personalized protocols to ensure maximum benefit and minimal risk :
Medical History Review: Understanding your symptoms, lifestyle, and medical history to assess any underlying conditions that may be contributing to the menstrual issues.

Symptom Management - Addressing pain, fatigue, infections, anemia, and bleeding complications.

Transfusion Support - Administering red blood cells and platelets as needed for patients with bone marrow suppression.

Nutritional & Psychological Counseling - Offering tailored support to help patients maintain strength and mental well-being.

Medications -
Iron supplements: For iron deficiency anemia.
Vitamin B12 and folate supplements: For vitamin deficiency anemias.
Growth factros: To stimulate blood cell production in conditions like cytopenia
Immunosuppressants: For autoimmune hemolytic anemia or aplastic anemia.
Corticosteroids: For immune-mediated disorders like ITP or autoimmune anemias.
Anticoagulants (blood thinners): Like warfarin, heparin, or direct oral anticoagulants (DOACs) to prevent or treat blood clots (DVT, PE).
Antiplatelet drugs: Like aspirin or clopidogrel to prevent blood clots in certain situations.
Clotting factor concentrates: For hemophilia and other bleeding disorders.

Infection Prevention - Monitoring immune suppression and taking proactive steps to minimize infection risks.

Testimonials

Dr Arijit Bishnu is the best haemato- onchologist in Siliguri, with great skills and friendly nature.

★★★★★

- Takhelmayum Sayon Singh

I am deeply grateful to Dr. Arijit Bishnu for his outstanding care during my lymphoma treatment. His expertise and compassionate approach made a challenging time much more manageable. Dr. Bisnu took the time to explain every aspect of my treatment clearly, ensuring I felt informed and supported. His dedication and commitment to my well-being were truly reassuring. I am thankful to have had Dr. Bisnu as my doctor and for the positive impact he has had on my recovery journey.

★★★★★

- Sathi Chowdhury

Dr. Arijit Bishnu is one of the best Hematology and oncologists. He is very knowledgeable , humble and very cooperative at the same time. His advanced treatment measures have helped in my recovery at a much faster pace. Still undergoing treatment to beat cancer, I’m really grateful to Dr. Arijit Bishnu for treating me so well.

★★★★★

- Prabal Roy

A great experience getting an experienced doctor who serves with ethics and takes care a patient minutely.

★★★★★

- Debashish Anjoy

My mother is 84 years old and she is able to take 6 chemos under his treatment. The patient feels safe and secure in his presence. We are really greatful and thankful to him.

★★★★★

- Bijoya Chakraborty

The way Doctor approaches towards the patient with his humble attitude and pays great attention to each & every word of the patient with lots of patience is truly commendable.

★★★★★

- Aritri Sarkar

Superb Doctor…awesome behaviour….best for transplant and blood disorders.

★★★★★

- Amit

One of the best Hematologist in the town. Very knowledgeable and cooperative. Create good bonding with patient and make them fill comfortable.

★★★★★

- Abhishek Sharma

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