Coloncancer

The key to preventing metastatic colon cancer is early screening and detection. This is especially important if you have a history of this type of disease in your family, or if you experience the following symptoms: ·          Blood in your stool (rectal bleeding) ·          Persistent changes in your bowel movement, including constipation, diarrhoea, and abnormalities in your stool’s consistency ·          Persistent discomfort in the abdominal area, including gas, cramps, or pain ·          Unexplained fatigue/weakness (may be accompanied by weight loss) ·          Feeling like your bowel doesn't completely empty after going to the bathroom Once you notice persistent symptoms such as these, see your doctor. Colon cancer is highly treatable in the early stages, when it ...

Sadly, colon cancer has become one of the more common cancer diseases in India and around the world. If you have metastatic colon cancer or know someone who does, you are probably searching for information on how it can be treated. Talking to a cancer specialist can help you find answers to your questions so you can make informed decisions for your health. Here’s good news: The survival rate is quite high when metastatic colon cancer is diagnosed at the earliest stage. However, the chances of survival drop as the disease develops. This is why early detection is a must to ensure the success of treatment. Advancements in treating the disease There are currently several kinds of standard treatment for metastatic colon cancer . The first line of defence for all stages is (1) surgery, which removes cancer. It can be combined with other modes of treatment including (2) chemotherapy, which uses drugs to put an end to the growth of cancer cells. (3) Radiation therapy can a...