Posted in: Cancer by Dr. Tarang Krishna Posted Date: 15 Nov, 2015
Rectal cancer means growth of abnormal cancer cells in the lower part of the colon that bridges anus and the large bowel.
Here are some facts about Rectal Cancer:
· The actual cause of rectal cancer is still behind the veil but risk factors include increasing age (over 50), high fat diet, family history, etc.
· Sunshine, a plentiful source of vitamin D, is a terrific preventer of colorectal cancer. In case one cannot spend around half an hour in sunlight then he/she should take Vitamin D supplement.
· Surgery of rectal cancer can both treat as well as reduce symptoms and, in some people, the surgery may even remit the cancer.
· Once cured, the rectal cancer may show up again in the body. Hence, a proper and regular follow up is necessary.
· 1 in 20, which is 5%, men and women will be diagnosed with colorectal cancer during their life.
Information is good.but brief.
Hello Mr. Ramdas,
We appreciate you taking out your time for reading the information and comment. We have kept it brief so as to make more and more people read the facts about rectal cancer.