Expert Treatment for Colorectal Cancer

Colorectal cancer is a significant health concern, but with early detection and advanced treatment options, it is often highly treatable. At Shubham Oncology Clinic, Dr. Jayesh Prajapati offers comprehensive care for patients with colorectal cancer. With nearly 30 years of experience in surgical oncology, Dr. Prajapati provides personalized treatment plans and compassionate support to help patients achieve the best possible outcomes.

Understanding Colorectal Cancer

Colorectal cancer affects the colon (large intestine) and rectum, which are crucial parts of the digestive system. Most colorectal cancers develop from precancerous polyps, which can be detected and removed during screening tests before they become cancerous. Common types of colorectal cancer include:

• Adenocarcinoma: Arises from the glandular cells that line the colon and rectum.
• Lymphoma: Rare cancer that begins in the immune system cells of the colon or rectum.
• Sarcoma: Rare cancer that develops in the connective tissues of the colon or rectum.

Risk Factors and Symptoms

Risk Factors

• Age: Risk increases with age, with most cases diagnosed after age 50.
• Family History: Having close relatives with colorectal cancer or polyps.
• Personal History: Previous colorectal cancer or certain types of polyps.
• Inflammatory Bowel Disease: Conditions like Crohn's disease or ulcerative colitis.
• Lifestyle Factors: Lack of physical activity, poor diet high in red and processed meats, smoking, and heavy alcohol use.

Symptoms

• Change in Bowel Habits: Persistent diarrhea, constipation, or changes in stool consistency.
• Rectal Bleeding or Blood in Stool
• Abdominal Pain or Cramping, Weakness and Fatigue
• Unexplained Weight Loss
• Feeling that Bowel, Doesn’t Empty Completely

Diagnosis and Screening

• Colonoscopy: Visual examination of the entire colon and rectum to detect polyps or cancerous growths.
• Stool Tests: Including fecal occult blood tests (FOBT) and fecal immunochemical tests (FIT).
• Flexible Sigmoidoscopy: Examination of the lower part of the colon.
• Imaging Tests: Such as CT scans, MRI scans, or PET scans to assess the extent of cancer.