Cancer's Silent Whispers: Why Early Detection is Crucial, Says Dr. Jeyhan Dhabhar

• Dr. Jeyhan Dhabhar, Consultant Medical Oncology & Immunotherapy Specialist at Jaslok Hospital & Research Centre, highlights that cancer often presents with subtle, easily ignored signs.
• Many individuals delay seeking medical attention due to busy lifestyles, normalizing discomfort, fear of diagnosis, or shame related to symptoms.
• Early-stage cancer often causes little pain and is simpler to treat with better outcomes, sometimes even leading to a cure.
• Late detection makes treatment medically harder and emotionally heavier for patients, families, and doctors.
• Regular screenings like breast exams, Pap smears, and colon screenings are vital for early detection and are about protecting life, not just expecting bad news.

Why It Matters: Listen to your body's subtle signs and prioritize early cancer screening for better treatment outcomes.