Colorectal/Colon cancer, also known as Bowel Cancer develops in the large intestine. It commences when healthy cells in the lining of the colon or rectum change and grow out of control forming a mass called tumor. Early cases can begin as non-cancerous polyps which mostly have no symptoms but can be detected by screening. Colorectal/Colon cancer is the third most common cancer worldwide and is more frequently seen in men than in women. Most colorectal/colon cancer are due to old age and sedentary lifestyle.
You have to wait for your test results with your consulting colon cancer specialist in Delhi.
Colorectal/Colon cancer is treatable and chances of survival increases if it is detected on time. Treatment of colorectal/colon cancer depends on stages (0-IV) that is how far advanced the cancer is and types of cancer. Colon cancer specialists in Delhi have 'staged' according to tumour size, involvement of lymph nodes and whether it has spread outside the colon, rectum and lymph nodes to other parts of the body or not. This information is used to help decide and plan the best treatment. Treatment of colorectal/colon cancer include surgery, chemotherapy, radiotherapy and sometimes combination of both (radiotherapy & chemotherapy). In later stages (IV) targeted biological therapy is used.
Life style modification plays a vital role in management of colorectal/colon cancer by improving prognosis and quality of life. Life style modification includes weight management, physical activity (at least 150 minutes per week), diet (fruits and vegetables rich in antioxidants), avoiding alcohol, smoking and tobacco. Avoiding red and processed meats as it has shown to increase the risk of colorectal/colon cancer.
Colon cancer specialist in Delhi do not require anyfollow-up protocols generally accepted for colorectal/colon cancer. Your doctor will schedule visits after the treatment is completed with purpose of monitoring side effects of the therapy, possible recurrence of the disease and to provide you with support to be back to your normal life. The follow-up may last up to 5 years.