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Colon cancer, also known as colorectal cancer, is a type of cancer that affects the large intestine or rectum. Dr. Chintamani Godbole one of the best Colorectal Surgeon in Mumbai says that colon cancer can be highly treatable when detected early. This makes regular screening and awareness crucial in preventing and managing the disease. In this presentation, we will discuss the causes, symptoms, diagnosis, and treatment.
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COLON CANCER DR. CHINTAMANI GODBOLE MS, DNB (Surgical Gastroenterology), FRCS (Edinburgh, UK) Consultant – Colorectal Surgery & Peritoneal surface Oncology drchintamanigodbole.com
DR. CHINTAMANI GODBOLE Dr. Chintamani Godbole is one of the best Colorectal Surgeon in Mumbai with a special interest in Colorectal surgery and Peritoneal surface oncology. drchintamanigodbole.com
OVERVIEW OF COLON CANCER Colon cancer is a type of cancer that starts in the colon or rectum. A colon cancer diagnosis can occur at any age, even in older adults. drchintamanigodbole.com
CAUSES AND RISK FACTORS • Age • Family history • Lifestyle factors • Medical conditions drchintamanigodbole.com
SYMPTOMS OF COLON CANCER • Abdominal pain or cramping • Changes in bowel habits, such as diarrhea or constipation • Blood in the stool • Unexplained weight loss • Fatigue or weakness drchintamanigodbole.com
DIAGNOSIS • Colonoscopy • Biopsy • Imaging tests drchintamanigodbole.com
TREATMENT Surgery Chemotherapy Radiation Therapy Drugs that kill cancer cells may be given before or after surgery. surgery to remove the tumor and surrounding tissue. High-energy radiation is used to kill cancer cells. drchintamanigodbole.com
CONCLUSION • Colon cancer is a serious but often preventable and treatable disease • Knowing the risk factors, symptoms, and screening options can help you and your loved ones stay healthy • Talk to your doctor if you have any concerns about your risk of colon cancer. drchintamanigodbole.com
DR. CHINTAMANI GODBOLE Dr. Chintamani, a top gastrointestinal Doctor in Mumbai has UK experience including fellowships in minimally invasive colorectal surgery (Laparoscopic and Robotic), Surgery for Colorectal cancer, Peritoneal Cytoreductive Surgery, and HIPEC. He was a fellow at the Basingstoke Peritoneal Malignancy Institute, which is a world-renowned centre for Colorectal and peritoneal cancer surgery. drchintamanigodbole.com
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