• Vaginal cancer is a disease in which malignant (cancer) cells form in the vagina.
• Age and being exposed to the drug DES (diethylstilbestrol) before birth affect a woman’s risk of vaginal cancer.
• Signs and symptoms of vaginal cancer include pain or abnormal vaginal bleeding.
• Tests that examine the vagina and other organs in the pelvis are used to detect (find) and diagnose vaginal cancer.
• Certain factors affect prognosis (chance of recovery) and treatment options.
• After vaginal cancer has been diagnosed, tests are done to find out if cancer cells have spread within the vagina or to other parts of the body.
• There are three ways that cancer spreads in the body.
• Cancer may spread from where it began to other parts of the body.
• In vaginal intraepithelial neoplasia (VAIN), abnormal cells are found in tissue lining the inside of the vagina.
• The following stages are used for vaginal cancer:
  • Stage I
  • Stage II
  • Stage III
  • Stage IV
• There are different types of treatment for patients with vaginal cancer.
• Three types of standard treatment are used:
  • Surgery
  • Radiation therapy
  • Chemotherapy
• Radiosensitizers drugs make tumor cells more sensitive to radiation therapy.
• Treatment for vaginal cancer may cause side effects.
• Patients may want to think about taking part in a clinical trial.
• Patients can enter clinical trials before, during, or after starting their cancer treatment.
• Follow-up tests may be needed.

Hospital Stay Required in Days: 3-7

Treatment Time Required in Days: 40-45 OPD basis if surgery not required

Average Cost: The final plan shall be confirmed on the basis of initial evaluation. This   is an approximate   cost and may vary depending on the condition of the patient  .

Wellness Destination India Comments

Included for International Patients: – Complimentary airport pickup / drop in a cab. – Complimentary meals for one companion during hospital stay. – Sofa cum bed is provided for the companion during hospital stay. – Travel desk is available inside the hospital premises. – Translation assistance.

– Visa assistance – Room as per requirement. Separate arrangements of apartments also available. – Dedicated attendants for every room round the clock. – Transportation to and from hospital. – Hygienic and customized food option.