Jamila Polatova - oncologist from Tashkent
Oncologist Jamilya Polatova spoke about cancer treatment
In an interview with the Russian edition of Cosmopolitan, the scientific director of the department
Tumors of the musculoskeletal system of the Republican Specialized
Scientific and Practical Medical Center of Oncology and Radiology told
about the trend of cancer rejuvenation, about the causes of death from cancer
pathology and the importance of oncological alertness of the population.
Medicine does not stand still, and a healthy lifestyle has long become fashionable.
At the same time, the percentage of cancer incidence continues to grow. What is the reason?
There are many factors that influence the development of cancer, including
which and the ecology that is not fully dependent on us. But you are right that
science does not stand still - the possibilities of diagnostics have gone far ahead.
Cancer screening increases the proportion of oncological pathology detected at an early stage.
stage of the disease, while increasing the chances of recovery. That is, than
The earlier cancer is detected, the higher the chance of recovery. To the deep
Unfortunately, not all patients come to us at the early stages, and therefore,
I would like to increase the level of knowledge among the population and raise the oncology
alertness among primary care physicians and narrow specialists. At the expense
this we will achieve a decrease in mortality.
Photo: Jamilya Polatova
It is customary to talk about mortality from oncology, but what is more -
deaths or recoveries?
The number of people who passed the five-year milestone after they were given
diagnosis is growing.But let's be honest: as a rule, patients come to doctors
at more advanced stages, which is reflected in high mortality rates.
There are aggressive rare tumors that are difficult to detect. BUT
what is difficult to access and is detected in the later stages, unfortunately, increases
mortality.
What types of diagnostics are most effective? From what age
Do you recommend regular checkups?
It is statistically proven that 60% of new cases occur in the ten most
common types of cancer. In women, this is, for example, breast cancer
and cervix. However, regular monitoring and examination
with a specialist allows you to detect oncology at an early stage. Options
diagnostics are different, as a rule it is mammography (if
for a breast tumor), EGDFS, colonoscopy and others. At the same time, the main
Histology has been and remains the diagnostic method. Unfortunately, it must be admitted that
cancer tends to rejuvenate.
Is it possible to detect oncology by a general blood test?
If there are any changes in the analyzes, then most likely it is already strong
advanced stage, but this is when we are talking specifically about oncology. At early
stages, unfortunately, it is impossible to find changes in the analyzes, for which we
and carry out diagnostics. Unfortunately, cancer is difficult to detect, as early
stages, it practically does not give any symptoms. Even in case of external
localizations, such as skin, mammary gland, oral cavity, often patients
asking for help late.There are people (this is especially true for women) who are engaged in
self-medicate and diagnose themselves by reading smart articles on the Internet.
Do you think this “information” helps or hurts if we
Are we talking about oncology?
It's good if the person is informed - you can see it right away when the patient comes
well-read, this greatly facilitates the process of discussing diagnostic tactics
and treatment. However, it should be noted that if a person uses information
in order to go to the doctor on time - this is wonderful, but if he is in treatment
relies not on the opinion of a graduate, but on his own
speculation, then as a rule it only hurts.
You have been in the profession for 20 years, have you ever had the desire to quit everything?
I can't quit, what are you? This is what I live by. In addition, in medicine it is important
the principle of continuity of generations, you need to transfer all your knowledge and experience
to the next generation, this is the school. Moreover, we not only educate
professionals, they should be just as desperate and in love with the profession
people with the ability to empathize and do everything possible to save
lives. Luckily, those are the ones next to me. We are currently developing the following
generation of oncologists, talented, progressive-minded and creative, with this
As a goal, we organized the Onco-School.
Tell us more about Jamila Polatova's Oncology School. What is her
specifics?
The idea of creating the Onco School came to me during the lockdown, when everyone
faced a severe shortage
In an interview with the Russian edition of Cosmopolitan, the scientific director of the department
Tumors of the musculoskeletal system of the Republican Specialized
Scientific and Practical Medical Center of Oncology and Radiology told
about the trend of cancer rejuvenation, about the causes of death from cancer
pathology and the importance of oncological alertness of the population.
Medicine does not stand still, and a healthy lifestyle has long become fashionable.
At the same time, the percentage of cancer incidence continues to grow. What is the reason?
There are many factors that influence the development of cancer, including
which and the ecology that is not fully dependent on us. But you are right that
science does not stand still - the possibilities of diagnostics have gone far ahead.
Cancer screening increases the proportion of oncological pathology detected at an early stage.
stage of the disease, while increasing the chances of recovery. That is, than
The earlier cancer is detected, the higher the chance of recovery. To the deep
Unfortunately, not all patients come to us at the early stages, and therefore,
I would like to increase the level of knowledge among the population and raise the oncology
alertness among primary care physicians and narrow specialists. At the expense
this we will achieve a decrease in mortality.
Photo: Jamilya Polatova
It is customary to talk about mortality from oncology, but what is more -
deaths or recoveries?
The number of people who passed the five-year milestone after they were given
diagnosis is growing.But let's be honest: as a rule, patients come to doctors
at more advanced stages, which is reflected in high mortality rates.
There are aggressive rare tumors that are difficult to detect. BUT
what is difficult to access and is detected in the later stages, unfortunately, increases
mortality.
What types of diagnostics are most effective? From what age
Do you recommend regular checkups?
It is statistically proven that 60% of new cases occur in the ten most
common types of cancer. In women, this is, for example, breast cancer
and cervix. However, regular monitoring and examination
with a specialist allows you to detect oncology at an early stage. Options
diagnostics are different, as a rule it is mammography (if
for a breast tumor), EGDFS, colonoscopy and others. At the same time, the main
Histology has been and remains the diagnostic method. Unfortunately, it must be admitted that
cancer tends to rejuvenate.
Is it possible to detect oncology by a general blood test?
If there are any changes in the analyzes, then most likely it is already strong
advanced stage, but this is when we are talking specifically about oncology. At early
stages, unfortunately, it is impossible to find changes in the analyzes, for which we
and carry out diagnostics. Unfortunately, cancer is difficult to detect, as early
stages, it practically does not give any symptoms. Even in case of external
localizations, such as skin, mammary gland, oral cavity, often patients
asking for help late.There are people (this is especially true for women) who are engaged in
self-medicate and diagnose themselves by reading smart articles on the Internet.
Do you think this “information” helps or hurts if we
Are we talking about oncology?
It's good if the person is informed - you can see it right away when the patient comes
well-read, this greatly facilitates the process of discussing diagnostic tactics
and treatment. However, it should be noted that if a person uses information
in order to go to the doctor on time - this is wonderful, but if he is in treatment
relies not on the opinion of a graduate, but on his own
speculation, then as a rule it only hurts.
You have been in the profession for 20 years, have you ever had the desire to quit everything?
I can't quit, what are you? This is what I live by. In addition, in medicine it is important
the principle of continuity of generations, you need to transfer all your knowledge and experience
to the next generation, this is the school. Moreover, we not only educate
professionals, they should be just as desperate and in love with the profession
people with the ability to empathize and do everything possible to save
lives. Luckily, those are the ones next to me. We are currently developing the following
generation of oncologists, talented, progressive-minded and creative, with this
As a goal, we organized the Onco-School.
Tell us more about Jamila Polatova's Oncology School. What is her
specifics?
The idea of creating the Onco School came to me during the lockdown, when everyone
faced a severe shortage
