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Causes and Treatments of Gastrointestinal Cancer - Dr. Neeraj Goel

The exact cause of gastrointestinal cancer is not known. The information about the division of cells is stored in the DNA. However, due to certain factors, this information gets disturbed. It results in uncontrolled cell division resulting in the development of tumors. The tumor then moves to the nearby or distant lymph nodes and other organs.<br><br>

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Causes and Treatments of Gastrointestinal Cancer - Dr. Neeraj Goel

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  1. What are the causes of gastrointestinalcancer? • The exact cause of gastrointestinal cancer is not known. The information about the division of cells is stored in the DNA. However, due to certain factors, this information gets disturbed. It results in uncontrolled cell division resulting in the development of tumors. The tumor then moves to the nearby or distant lymph nodes and otherorgans. • What are the risk factors for gastrointestinalcancer? • Several factors increase the risk of gastrointestinal cancer. Some of themare: • Gender: Men are at increased risk for developing gastrointestinal cancer than women. • Underlying medical conditions: Several underlying diseases increase the risk of gastrointestinal cancer. Hepatitis A or B infection increases the risk of liver cancer. H. Pylori infection increases the risk of gastric cancer. Prolonged ulcers and gastritis also increase the risk of stomachcancer. • Unhealthy lifestyle: People consuming alcohol, smoking, and unhealthy diets are at higher risk of developing gastrointestinal cancer. • Age: The risk of gastrointestinal cancer increases withage. • How can I prevent the development of gastrointestinal cancer? • Various methods may reduce the risk of gastrointestinal cancer. Some of them are: • Routine checkups, such as colonoscopy or abdominal imaging, in high-risk patients. • Managing diseases such as gastritis, H. Pylori infection, andhepatitis. • Leading a healthy lifestyle, i.e., limiting the consumption of alcohol, exercise quit smoking, and take a healthydiet.

  2. You should consult with the best GI surgeon in Delhi to know more about the measures to reduce the risk of gastrointestinal cancer. • How does the doctor diagnose gastrointestinalcancer? • There are several ways to diagnose gastrointestinal cancer. Theseare: • Physical examination: The doctor may evaluate the symptoms of the patients such as abdominal pain, weight loss, and loss ofappetite. • Laboratory tests: The doctor may advise the patients to undergo blood tests, urine tests, and stool tests to rule out the presence of otherdiseases. • Other techniques: Techniques such as colonoscopy, endoscopy, MRI, CT scan, and ultrasound helps in determining the anatomical changes in the gastrointestinaltract. • Biopsy: The doctor may obtain a small tissue sample from the suspected site and analyze it in the laboratory formalignancy. • Which doctors should I consult for the treatment of gastrointestinal cancer inDelhi? • Visit a specialized gastroenterologist for an initial evaluation of your condition. If the specialist suspects that you might have cancer, he may refer you to the gastrointestinal oncologist. The oncologist will perform a comprehensive analysis. If you have gastrointestinal cancer that requires surgery, the doctor may advise you to consult the best GI surgeon inDelhi. • What are the treatments for gastrointestinal cancer in Delhi? • Various options are available for gastrointestinal cancer treatment in Delhi. Some of the options are: • Surgery: If the surgeon can easily reach the cancerous tissue, it is the preferred treatment option. The surgeon may remove the affected part. Radiotherapyor

  3. chemotherapy may accompany the surgery in killing those malignant cells that are difficult toreach. • Chemotherapy: The doctor prescribes you chemotherapeutic medicines that kill the cancerous cells. The doctor may use this therapy along with radiation therapy orsurgery. • Radiation therapy: The doctor may also advise you to undergo radiation therapy. During the therapy the radiologists target the high-energy radiation on the cancerous cells, thereby killingthem. What is the prognosis of gastrointestinalcancer? Prognosis depends upon several factors. These are the stage of diagnosis, age of the patient, organ involved, and response to treatment. People with cancer diagnosed at an early stage have a better outcome than those with cancer who progressed in the advancedstage. How many days do I need to stay for treatment of gastrointestinal cancer in Delhi? It depends upon the type of treatment and the stage of your disease. If you are undergoing chemotherapy or radiation therapy areoutpatient.

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