Gastrointestinal cancer is a group of cancers that affect the digestive system, including the stomach, intestines, liver, pancreas and all organs related. When abnormal cells grow uncontrollably in the digestive tract, forming tumors which may spread if not treated early. While GI has a number of diverse causative agents, factors such as genetics, lifestyle choices, infections, and chronic inflammation can contribute to their development. Early detection of such cancers and advanced treatments majorly improve survival rates and also the quality of life.
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Symptoms of Gastrointestinal Cancer Are
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Routine screenings, endoscopies and imaging tests can detect cancer in its early stages.
GI cancer can often be successfully treated with surgery, chemotherapy, and targeted therapies only if detected early.
It targets and kills rapidly growing cancer cells and is often used before or after surgery.
Faster recovery, less pain, minimal scarring, and lower risk of complications.
Smoking, alcohol consumption, obesity, infections (e.g., H. pylori), chronic inflammation and genetic predisposition are the primary risk factors.
Maintaining a healthy diet, exercising regularly, avoiding tobacco and alcohol, and undergoing regular screenings can help you reduce the risk of GI cancer.
Yes, advanced GI cancers can metastasize to the liver, lungs, and lymph nodes, requiring aggressive treatment.
Faster recovery, less pain, minimal scarring, and lower risk of complications.
Yes, advanced GI cancers can metastasize to the liver, lungs, and lymph nodes, requiring aggressive treatment.
It targets and kills rapidly growing cancer cells and is often used before or after surgery.
Maintaining a healthy diet, exercising regularly, avoiding tobacco and alcohol, and undergoing regular screenings can help you reduce the risk of GI cancer.
GI cancer can often be successfully treated with surgery, chemotherapy, and targeted therapies only if detected early.
Smoking, alcohol consumption, obesity, infections (e.g., H. pylori), chronic inflammation and genetic predisposition are the primary risk factors.
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