The Onco Life Podcast

DR. CHRISTINA NG VAN TZE

Welcome to The Onco Life Podcast, your trusted source for cancer care insights, treatment updates, and patient-centered education. Hosted by the team at Onco Life Centre in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, this podcast is designed to guide patients, caregivers, and listeners through every stage of the cancer journey. Each episode features expert advice from our oncologists, wellness tips, treatment innovations, and answers to the most common questions about cancer types, therapies, and recovery. ๐ŸŽง Empowering you with knowledge, support, and compassionate careโ€”every step of the way. ๐Ÿ“ Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia ๐ŸŒ Learn more at oncolifecentre.com

  1. 21h ago

    Cancer-Related Fatigue: Why It Happens and How to Manage It

    Welcome to Onco Life Centre Podcast. This episode covers fatigue and cancer treatment, why this kind of exhaustion happens, how long it can last, and what actually helps manage it day to day. You'll learn: - What makes this kind of exhaustion different from ordinary tiredness - The physical and emotional causes behind it, including treatment side effects and low red blood cells - Why fatigue often builds gradually across treatment cycles rather than appearing all at once - How long fatigue typically lasts, and why it can persist longer in advanced cancer - Why light physical activity often helps more than complete rest - Practical energy conservation techniques you can use during harder weeks - How cognitive behavioral therapy can help with the thoughts and behaviors fatigue brings on - Which warning signs mean it's time to call your oncology team If fatigue during or after treatment feels heavier than it should, this episode is a good place to start. Blog Link: Cancer-Related Fatigue: Why It Happens and How to Manage It Send us Fan Mail Thank you for listening to The Onco Life Podcast, your trusted source for expert cancer information and patient-centered education. Author: Dr. CHRISTINA NG VAN TZE ๐Ÿ“ Visit us at oncolifecentre.com ๐Ÿ“ž Call: +60 3 2242 3260 ๐Ÿ“ง Book a consultation or ask a question โ€” we're here to support your journey.

  2. 2d ago

    Understanding Your Pathology Report: What the Terms Mean

    Welcome to Onco Life Centre Podcast. This episode is about reading a pathology report section by section, so the terms feel less dense the next time one lands in your hands. You'll learn: - What a pathology report actually is, and why it's written for doctors rather than patients - What the gross description records about a tissue sample - What the microscopic description reveals about cancer cells and tumor grade - Why the final diagnosis section usually matters most for treatment planning - How lymph node status and tumor size feed into an overall cancer stage - Why a positive or negative lymph node result affects staging and treatment options - What questions are worth bringing to your next oncology appointment - Why bringing a second person to the appointment can help you retain more of the conversation If you've recently received a pathology report and want to understand what it says, this episode is a good place to start. Blog Link: Understanding Your Pathology Report: What the Terms Mean Send us Fan Mail Thank you for listening to The Onco Life Podcast, your trusted source for expert cancer information and patient-centered education. Author: Dr. CHRISTINA NG VAN TZE ๐Ÿ“ Visit us at oncolifecentre.com ๐Ÿ“ž Call: +60 3 2242 3260 ๐Ÿ“ง Book a consultation or ask a question โ€” we're here to support your journey.

  3. 5d ago

    Cancer Caregiver Guide: Supporting a Loved One With Cancer

    Welcome to Onco Life Centre Podcast. This episode is for family caregivers supporting a loved one through a cancer diagnosis, treatment, and beyond, covering the practical, medical, and emotional sides of the role. You'll learn: - What a cancer caregiver actually does, and how the role varies between households - Questions worth bringing to a loved one's diagnosis and treatment plan discussions - The three types of support a person with cancer most often needs - When a symptom needs same-day medical attention rather than a wait-and-see approach - How to recognize the early warning signs of caregiver burnout - Why joining a support group or taking short breaks protects your own health - How support shifts when a loved one's illness becomes advanced or terminal - Practical questions families can work through together around advanced care If you're supporting a loved one with cancer and looking for practical guidance, this episode is a good place to start. Blog Link: Cancer Caregiver Guide: Supporting a Loved One With Cancer Send us Fan Mail Thank you for listening to The Onco Life Podcast, your trusted source for expert cancer information and patient-centered education. Author: Dr. CHRISTINA NG VAN TZE ๐Ÿ“ Visit us at oncolifecentre.com ๐Ÿ“ž Call: +60 3 2242 3260 ๐Ÿ“ง Book a consultation or ask a question โ€” we're here to support your journey.

  4. 6d ago

    EU Panel Backs New Treatment for Advanced Pancreatic Cancer

    Welcome to Onco Life Centre Podcast. A European regulatory committee has recommended a new treatment for metastatic pancreatic cancer, a once-daily oral pill for adults who have already tried one therapy. This episode explains what the trial results show, what the side effects are, and what happens next. You'll learn: - What the European committee recommended and who it would treat - Why a final decision from the European Commission is still needed - How patients on the pill lived longer than those on chemotherapy in a 500-patient trial - How tumor shrinkage and time to worsening pain compared between the two groups - The most common side effects, and the serious risks to know about - Why pancreatic adenocarcinoma is often found late and is hard to treat - Why experts say the pill is not a cure and how resistance can develop - What patients and families can ask their oncology team right now This is a regulatory recommendation, not a final approval, and access will vary by country. We hope this episode helps you understand the news and prepare better questions for your care team. Blog Link: EU Panel Backs New Treatment for Advanced Pancreatic Cancer Send us Fan Mail Thank you for listening to The Onco Life Podcast, your trusted source for expert cancer information and patient-centered education. Author: Dr. CHRISTINA NG VAN TZE ๐Ÿ“ Visit us at oncolifecentre.com ๐Ÿ“ž Call: +60 3 2242 3260 ๐Ÿ“ง Book a consultation or ask a question โ€” we're here to support your journey.

  5. Oct 21

    Gallbladder Cancer: Symptoms Often Confused with Gallstones

    Welcome to Onco Life Centre Podcast. This episode looks at why gallbladder cancer symptoms so often get confused with a gallstone attack. We cover the gallstone connection, the real warning signs, and how doctors reach a diagnosis. You'll learn: - Why this cancer so often gets mistaken for a gallstone attack - How gallstones and chronic inflammation connect to the disease over time - Basic anatomy of the gallbladder, including where it sits and what it does - The symptom list, including abdominal pain, nausea, jaundice, and weight loss - Other risk factors beyond gallstones, including primary sclerosing cholangitis and gallbladder polyps - How an ultrasound, a CT scan, and a biopsy confirm a diagnosis - Why persistent pain after a gallstone diagnosis deserves a second look - What symptoms can signal more advanced disease Persistent abdominal symptoms deserve a proper check, especially when a gallstone diagnosis does not fully explain them. Most people with gallstones never develop this cancer, but doctors still investigate symptoms that don't add up. Blog Link: Gallbladder Cancer: Symptoms Often Confused with Gallstones Send us Fan Mail Thank you for listening to The Onco Life Podcast, your trusted source for expert cancer information and patient-centered education. Author: Dr. CHRISTINA NG VAN TZE ๐Ÿ“ Visit us at oncolifecentre.com ๐Ÿ“ž Call: +60 3 2242 3260 ๐Ÿ“ง Book a consultation or ask a question โ€” we're here to support your journey.

  6. Oct 19

    Kidney Cancer Symptoms Often Mistaken for Something Else

    Welcome to Onco Life Centre Podcast. This episode looks at kidney cancer symptoms and why they're so often mistaken for something else. We walk through the real warning signs, the risk factors, and how doctors reach a diagnosis. You'll learn: - Why early signs so easily get blamed on a UTI, a strained back, or blood pressure trouble - The full symptom list, including blood in urine, a back or side lump, flank pain, fatigue, and weight loss - What blood in the urine specifically can mean, and why it deserves attention even if it comes and goes - The main risk factors, including smoking, obesity, high blood pressure, and family history - How a CT scan, blood tests, and sometimes a biopsy confirm a diagnosis - Why renal cell carcinoma accounts for about 90 percent of cases - What treatment options look like, from surgery to targeted therapy - What symptoms can signal more advanced disease Kidney cancer symptoms are easy to dismiss, but persistent ones deserve a proper check. Many tumors are actually found by chance, on a scan ordered for something else entirely. Blog Link: Kidney Cancer Symptoms Often Mistaken for Something Else Send us Fan Mail Thank you for listening to The Onco Life Podcast, your trusted source for expert cancer information and patient-centered education. Author: Dr. CHRISTINA NG VAN TZE ๐Ÿ“ Visit us at oncolifecentre.com ๐Ÿ“ž Call: +60 3 2242 3260 ๐Ÿ“ง Book a consultation or ask a question โ€” we're here to support your journey.

  7. Oct 16

    Bladder Cancer: What Blood in Urine Could Mean

    Welcome to Onco Life Centre Podcast. This episode looks at blood in urine and what it can mean. We cover why it happens, when it points to bladder cancer, and when it usually does not. You'll learn: - What hematuria is, and the difference between visible and microscopic blood in urine - The common non-cancer causes, including a urinary tract infection, kidney stones, and an enlarged prostate - The other symptoms of bladder cancer beyond visible bleeding - How a urine test helps doctors spot early warning signs - How a CT urogram and a cystoscopy confirm or rule out a diagnosis - Why treatment and outlook depend heavily on how early doctors catch the cancer - What signs can point to bladder cancer getting worse - Why color or amount alone cannot confirm whether blood in urine is serious Blood in urine does not always mean cancer, but it always deserves a doctor's review. Testing with a urine sample and imaging together is what actually confirms or rules out the cause. Blog Link: Bladder Cancer: What Blood in Urine Could Mean Send us Fan Mail Thank you for listening to The Onco Life Podcast, your trusted source for expert cancer information and patient-centered education. Author: Dr. CHRISTINA NG VAN TZE ๐Ÿ“ Visit us at oncolifecentre.com ๐Ÿ“ž Call: +60 3 2242 3260 ๐Ÿ“ง Book a consultation or ask a question โ€” we're here to support your journey.

  8. Oct 15

    How AI Is Triaging Urgent Suspected Skin Cancer Referrals

    Welcome to Onco Life Centre Podcast. This episode looks at how a Bradford skin clinic is using AI to review photos of suspicious skin lesions, and what the early results show. We also cover what independent research says about whether AI can work without a clinician checking its results. You'll learn: - How a healthcare assistant photographs a skin lesion and how the AI tool called DERM reviews the images within minutes - What happens next for benign results and for suspicious results at the one-stop clinic - Why a clinician still reviews every AI result at St Luke's Hospital - What the trust reports so far: 32 patients per session instead of 24 and about 10% fewer unnecessary biopsies - Why referral numbers are so high when only about 8% of Bradford's urgent referrals turn out to be cancer - What NICE has recommended and how the rollout is spreading across NHS trusts - What an independent Salford Royal study found about sensitivity and specificity - Why a benign AI result is reassurance, not a guarantee AI can free up specialist time, but it does not replace a clinician's judgment. If a mole or skin mark changes, see your GP. Blog Link: NHS Clinic Uses AI to Speed Up Suspected Skin Cancer Checks Send us Fan Mail Thank you for listening to The Onco Life Podcast, your trusted source for expert cancer information and patient-centered education. Author: Dr. CHRISTINA NG VAN TZE ๐Ÿ“ Visit us at oncolifecentre.com ๐Ÿ“ž Call: +60 3 2242 3260 ๐Ÿ“ง Book a consultation or ask a question โ€” we're here to support your journey.

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Welcome to The Onco Life Podcast, your trusted source for cancer care insights, treatment updates, and patient-centered education. Hosted by the team at Onco Life Centre in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, this podcast is designed to guide patients, caregivers, and listeners through every stage of the cancer journey. Each episode features expert advice from our oncologists, wellness tips, treatment innovations, and answers to the most common questions about cancer types, therapies, and recovery. ๐ŸŽง Empowering you with knowledge, support, and compassionate careโ€”every step of the way. ๐Ÿ“ Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia ๐ŸŒ Learn more at oncolifecentre.com

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  • Creator
    DR. CHRISTINA NG VAN TZE
  • Years Active
    2025 - 2026
  • Episodes
    281
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    ยฉ 2026 The Onco Life Podcast
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    The Onco Life Podcast

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