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Biopsy warning for three cancers: testicular, Wilms, ovarian
Dr Priyam Bordoloi, an internal medicine specialist, has warned that biopsies for testicular cancer, Wilms tumour in children, and ovarian cancer can spread malignant cells. Telangana Today reports that puncturing testicular cancer…
The Story in Brief
Dr Priyam Bordoloi, an internal medicine specialist, has warned that biopsies for testicular cancer, Wilms tumour in children, and ovarian cancer can spread malignant cells. Telangana Today reports that puncturing testicular cancer may alter lymph drainage, dragging cancer cells to the groin. Wilms tumour has a fragile outer shell that can burst like a water balloon, spilling cells into the abdomen. Ovarian cysts, if poked, can leak cancer fluid into the belly, turning a localised case into one requiring chemotherapy. Experts say treatment decisions should be guided by specialists without needle biopsy in these cases.
The Indian Opinion
The viral warning about biopsying these three cancers risks creating a new fear: that every biopsy is dangerous. It is not. Biopsy remains the gold standard for most cancers. The real test is whether doctors routinely check for these specific tumour types before deciding on a procedure. Patients should ask: has my specialist ruled out testicular cancer, Wilms tumour, or a suspicious ovarian cyst before ordering a needle biopsy? That question will separate good care from blind protocol.
Source: telanganatoday.com
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