Anand S Sarkar*

Consultant head and neck cancer specialist, Isha Health Solutions, Coimbatore, India

*Corresponding Author: Anand S Sarkar, Consultant head and neck cancer specialist, Isha Health Solutions, Coimbatore, India.

Received: September 22, 2025; Published: October 10, 2025

Abstract

Head and neck cancer treatment has evolved significantly over the past two decades, yet the challenge remains profound. The anatomical complexity, psychosocial toll, and need for organ preservation make it one of the most demanding areas in oncology. While multidisciplinary integration of surgery, radiation, and chemotherapy has become the gold standard, there is increasing recognition of the value of holistic healing systems-particularly Siddha and Ayurveda-in enhancing outcomes, managing side effects, and improving quality of life.

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Citation

Citation: Anand S Sarkar. “Healing Beyond Borders: Integrating Modern Oncology with Siddha and Ayurvedic Wisdom in Head and Neck Cancer Care".Acta Scientific Cancer Biology 9.5 (2025): 01-02.

Copyright

Copyright: © 2025 Anand S Sarkar. This is an open-access article distributed under the terms of the Creative Commons Attribution License, which permits unrestricted use, distribution, and reproduction in any medium, provided the original author and source are credited.