5 doctors in India — verified profiles, ratings, fees and clinic or online consultation.
Dr. Hiral Viradiya- Gynecologist
Gynecology
Obstetricians and Gynecologists
Maternal-Fetal Medicine
Dr. Hiral Viradiya is an Experienced and Qualified Gynecology in Surat, Gujarat.
Paediatrician
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Pediatrics
Dr.Manisha Saxena is a doctor with Honours in Anatomy and is currently a Paediatrician at Shaurya Children Clinic, Panch Batti, Bharuch. She has more than 25…
MBBS, DGO
Gynecology
Dr. Aaditi Acharya Sharma is a Gynecologist and Obstetrician in Laxmi Nagar, Delhi and has an experience of 15 years in these fields. Dr. Aaditi Acharya Shar…
M.S. & DNB (Obstetrics and Gynaecology) , FMAS, DMAS
Obstetricians and Gynecologists
Gynecology
Practicing doctor with sharp diagnostic sense for pregnancy, menstrual disturbances, infections,pelvic pain, prolapse, endometriosis , fibroids, urinary In c…
Dr. Anshu Agrawal- Gynecologist
Obstetricians and Gynecologists
Gynecology
Passionate obstetrician and gynecologist, experienced with 2500+ surgeries and still counting every day. Skilled in non surgical treatments, gynaec cosmetolo…
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Cancer vaccine therapy is a type of immunotherapy that helps the body’s immune system recognize and attack cancer cells. Unlike traditional vaccines that prevent infections, cancer vaccines are usually used to treat existing cancer or prevent it from coming back.
These vaccines work by exposing the immune system to specific markers called antigens found on cancer cells. This helps the immune system learn to identify and destroy those abnormal cells more effectively.
Cancer vaccine therapy is considered a form of immunotherapy and is used alone or in combination with surgery, chemotherapy, or radiation.
● Helps immune system target cancer cells
● Slows or stops tumor growth
● Reduces risk of cancer recurrence
● Destroys remaining cancer cells after treatment
● Supports long-term immune memory against cancer
● May improve survival in certain cancers
● Patients with certain types of cancer (e.g., prostate or bladder cancer)
● Individuals with advanced or recurrent cancer
●Patients who have completed primary cancer treatment
● People undergoing immunotherapy-based treatment plans
● Patients enrolled in clinical trials for cancer vaccines
1. Preventive Cancer Vaccines
These vaccines help prevent cancers caused by infections, such as HPV vaccine for cervical cancer and hepatitis B vaccine for liver cancer.
2. Therapeutic Cancer Vaccines
These are used to treat existing cancer by stimulating the immune system to attack cancer cells.
3. Personalized Cancer Vaccines
These vaccines are made using a patient’s own tumor cells or genetic material to target unique cancer markers.
4. Cell-Based Vaccines (e.g., Dendritic Cell Vaccines)
These use immune cells that are modified in the lab to trigger a stronger response against cancer cells.
5. Viral or mRNA-Based Vaccines (Experimental)
Use genetic technology to train the immune system to recognize tumor-specific proteins and attack cancer cells more precisely.
● Diagnosis and cancer type confirmation is done
● Doctor evaluates eligibility for immunotherapy
● Vaccine is prepared (personalized or standard type)
● It is administered via injection or intravenous infusion
● Immune system response is monitored
● Multiple doses may be given over time
● Follow-up tests are conducted to assess effectiveness
The exact procedure depends on the type of vaccine and cancer being treated.
Recovery from cancer vaccine therapy is usually minimal, as it is a non-surgical treatment. Patients may experience mild fever, fatigue, or flu-like symptoms after vaccination.
Regular monitoring is required to track immune response and treatment progress. Patients may continue other cancer treatments alongside vaccine therapy.
Long-term follow-up is important to evaluate effectiveness and detect recurrence early.
● Fever or chills
● Fatigue
● Injection site pain or swelling
● Headache or nausea
● Allergic or infusion reactions (rare)
● Immune-related inflammation
Side effects vary depending on the type of vaccine and individual immune response.
Cancer vaccine therapy is different from chemotherapy and radiation because it uses the body’s immune system instead of directly killing cancer cells.
While chemotherapy targets rapidly dividing cells, cancer vaccines train the immune system to recognize cancer cells specifically, which may help reduce long-term recurrence risk.
It is often used in combination with other treatments rather than as a standalone therapy.
It is used to help the immune system recognize and fight cancer cells and reduce the risk of recurrence.
No, it is not a guaranteed cure, but it can help control cancer and improve outcomes in some patients.
It is usually not painful, though mild discomfort or flu-like symptoms may occur after treatment.
Treatment duration varies depending on cancer type and vaccine schedule, often involving multiple doses over weeks or months.
Yes, it is generally safe, but side effects may occur depending on immune response.
It is suitable for certain cancer types and is often given to patients in specific treatment plans or clinical trials.
No, it is usually used alongside chemotherapy, surgery, or radiation rather than replacing them.
