Kidney cancer ~ Dr. Manish Sharma Best oncologist in delhi
                     Kidney 
By: Dr. Manish Sharma
Cancer 
                 About Doctor
 Dr. Manish Sharma is a reputed medical oncologist currently practicing as cancer specialist 
in Delhi (medical oncology).
 Dr. Manish Sharma is head of unit in the Department of medical oncology at prestigious 
Rajiv Gandhi Cancer Institute and research center, Neeti Bagh, New Delhi. Dr. Manish 
Sharma considers his expertise as a passion rather than a profession. Being alumni of Rajiv 
Gandhi cancer Institute and research center and President NBE gold medalist awardee, he is 
considered the best cancer doctor in Delhi and renders his services in Neeti Bagh location.
 His expertise spans across all types of intensive and non-intensive chemo protocols, 
hormonal therapies and precision medicine including immunotherapies and targeted 
therapies.
 Dr Manish Sharma has explored program materials for various CME programs and focus-
group discussions with doctors, besides counselling cancer patients and their families, 
acting as a catalyst for various support-group activities such as cancer survivor meet. 
 The objective is to reach the underdeveloped areas of the country to spread awareness 
about cancer and its treatment. 
   What is kidney Cancer?
Your kidneys main job is to clean waste and extra water 
from your blood.  Having Kidney cancer means your kidneys 
are damaged and cannot do this job well.  Over time, kidney 
disease can get worse and lead to Kidney failure. Once 
kidneys fail, treatment with dialysis or a kidney transplant is 
needed to stay a simple blood test and urine test live. 
Kidney disease can be found with a  during a routine office 
visit with your healthcare professional.
Kidney Cancer: Risk Factors and Prevention
 Smoking. Smoking tobacco doubles the risk of developing kidney cancer. It is believed to cause 
about 30% of kidney cancers in men and about 25% in women.
 Gender. Men are 2 to 3 times more likely to develop kidney cancer than women.
 Race. Black people have higher rates of kidney cancer.
 Age. Kidney cancer is typically found in adults and is usually diagnosed between the ages of 50 
and 70.
 Nutrition and weight. Research has often shown a link between kidney cancer and obesity.
 High blood pressure. Men with high blood pressure, also called hypertension, may be more likely 
to develop kidney cancer.
 Overuse of certain medications. Painkillers containing phenacetin have been banned in the 
United States since 1983 because of their link to transitional cell carcinoma. Diuretics and analgesic 
pain pills, such as aspirin, acetaminophen, and ibuprofen, have also been linked to kidney cancer.
 Exposure to cadmium. Some studies have shown a connection between exposure to the metallic 
element cadmium and kidney cancer. Working with batteries, paints, or welding materials may 
increase a person’s risk as well. This risk is even higher for smokers who have been exposed to 
cadmium.