Some lung, kidney, bladder and head and neck cancers
Melanoma and some other skin cancers
Some lymphomas
Cancers whose tumour tests show it is likely to help
Cancer that has spread, sometimes together with chemotherapy
Your oncologist explains whether it suits your cancer type and stage.
Your checklist
What to bring
Your biopsy report and any extra tests on the biopsy (often labelled IHC)
Scan reports (CT, MRI, PET-CT), with the CD if you have it
Recent blood test reports
Details of any treatment you have had so far
A list of the medicines you take now
Photo ID, and your insurance card if you have one
Questions to ask your oncologist
Is immunotherapy suitable for my cancer?
Do I need tests on my tumour first?
Which side effects should I report straight away?
How often will I need treatment, and for how long?
What will it cost, and does my insurance cover it?
Ask a medical oncologist about immunotherapy
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CION Cancer Care in Sangareddy
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Partner hospitals
CION oncologists consult at Manjeera Hospital, Hope Hospital, Star Hospital, Dr. Lalitha Fertility, Sri Sanvi Hospital (Narayankhed), Amrutha Hospital (Narayankhed), Sai Sanjeevani Hospital (Narayankhed).
Timings
Vary by hospital. Call to check when your doctor is in
Yes. CION’s team in Sangareddy arranges immunotherapy locally, at partner hospitals where CION’s doctors consult (Manjeera Hospital, Hope Hospital, Star Hospital, Dr. Lalitha Fertility, Sri Sanvi Hospital (Narayankhed), Amrutha Hospital (Narayankhed), Sai Sanjeevani Hospital (Narayankhed)). Call 1800 202 8726 to check where and when.
2Is immunotherapy better than chemotherapy?
Neither is better for everyone. Immunotherapy works very well for some cancers and not for others. Your oncologist explains which suits you.
3What are the side effects?
Many people feel tired. Less often, the immune system can inflame the skin, gut, lungs, liver or glands. Your team tells you which signs to report early.
4Is immunotherapy covered by insurance?
Many insurance plans cover it. CION’s team helps with cashless insurance and gives you a written estimate before you start.
Ask if immunotherapy is right for you
Book a consultation with a medical oncologist in Sangareddy.
This page explains Immunotherapy at CION Cancer Clinics, Sangareddy. It is general information, not medical advice. Your doctor advises on tests and treatment after seeing you.