Dr. Smitha Rao

Dr. Smitha Rao ✨To raise awareness about the impact of breast and endocrine cancer✨

Yes, women can get breast cancer during pregnancy, but it is rare.This is called pregnancy-associated breast cancer — wh...
11/03/2026

Yes, women can get breast cancer during pregnancy, but it is rare.
This is called pregnancy-associated breast cancer — when breast cancer is diagnosed during pregnancy or within a year after delivery.
For appointments call : +919449991115

Happy Women’s Day 💖A gentle reminder for every woman:Self-examination and regular screenings can help detect breast canc...
07/03/2026

Happy Women’s Day 💖
A gentle reminder for every woman:
Self-examination and regular screenings can help detect breast cancer early.

Eco friendly is not buying more “green”
05/03/2026

Eco friendly is not buying more “green”

27/02/2026

Yes, women can get breast cancer during pregnancy, but it is rare.
This is called pregnancy-associated breast cancer — when breast cancer is diagnosed during pregnancy or within a year after delivery.

Here’s the truth 👇All cells in our body, including cancer cells, use glucose (sugar) for energy. But that doesn’t mean e...
23/02/2026

Here’s the truth 👇

All cells in our body, including cancer cells, use glucose (sugar) for energy. But that doesn’t mean eating sugar “feeds” cancer in a way that directly causes it. Your body regulates blood sugar whether you eat sweets or not.
What actually increases cancer risk over time is:
• Obesity
• Chronic inflammation
• Insulin resistance
• Excess processed food consumption
• Sedentary lifestyle
Diets very high in added sugars can contribute to weight gain and metabolic issues — and those factors are linked to higher cancer risk.
So the key isn’t fear — it’s moderation.
Balanced diet, regular exercise, and maintaining a healthy weight matter much more than eliminating sugar completely.

The most fulfilling part of being in a cancer care team is moments like these ❤️Patients I operated on 2–3 years ago rem...
18/02/2026

The most fulfilling part of being in a cancer care team is moments like these ❤️
Patients I operated on 2–3 years ago remembered that it’s my daughter’s birthday today. One of them even called her by name to wish her personally.
It was such a touching reminder of how deeply human our work truly is. Beyond surgeries, treatments, and follow-ups, it’s the relationships and trust that stay with us.
My daughter is blessed, and so am I — to be trusted and remembered by such kind souls.
Thank you to each one of you as well for the love on my previous post. Feeling truly grateful today 🙏✨

16/02/2026

Does this happen with you too? 🩺✨

While thyroid cancer is more common in women, men are absolutely at risk — and in some cases, it can even be more aggres...
13/02/2026

While thyroid cancer is more common in women, men are absolutely at risk — and in some cases, it can even be more aggressive in men.
Early detection matters for everyone. If you notice a lump in the neck, voice changes, difficulty swallowing, or unexplained swelling, don’t ignore it.

11/02/2026

Hear from Dr. Smiha about Thyroid Hormone Supplementation — understanding the right treatment for a healthy and balanced life.

Surgery helps remove cancer and does not cause it to spread.Early treatment saves lives.
06/02/2026

Surgery helps remove cancer and does not cause it to spread.
Early treatment saves lives.

On World Cancer Day, let’s remember that early detection saves lives.A few minutes of awareness today can protect a life...
04/02/2026

On World Cancer Day, let’s remember that early detection saves lives.
A few minutes of awareness today can protect a lifetime.

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