Thursday, 20 August, 2020
About Anvitha
Anvitha is the only child and is treated as a princess in her family. The family resides in Bangalore, where her father is an engineer for a construction company and her mother, a homemaker. Being all of 2 years she loves spending time with her parents and occasionally plays with her toys and watches cartoons on TV.
Medical Details
Being an active toddler, Anvitha started to complain of stomach pain and developed fever. Her parents noticed that there was a slight swelling in the abdomen region. They immediately took her to a paediatrician who suggested: – Ultrasound Scan and CBC, post the tests Anvitha was diagnosed with Neuroblastoma Stage 4.The doctor advised, that she be treated at a specialised cancer hospital. A family friend suggested HCG Hospital, where they consulted with Dr.Intezar.
She has undergone 4 types of treatment, that is; 8 cycles of chemotherapy, as continuation of treatment at a later stage she underwent surgery, BMT and radiation to stop the growth of cancer cells. She is now better, showing a great response in terms of recovery and is on her follow up consultation.
Recent Update
Anvitha has completed her maintenance chemotherapy at HCG Hospital and has completely recovered, she is currently on her follow up sessions under the supervision of Pediatric Oncologist Dr.Intezar.