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Rectal Cancer
What is it?
Rectal cancer is a type of cancer that starts in the rectum, the final section of the colon. It often develops from abnormal growths called polyps that can become cancerous over time.
What are the symptoms?
Rectal bleeding
Unexplained weight loss
Changes in bowel habits (diarrhea or constipation)
Feeling of incomplete bowel evacuation
Abdominal pain or cramping
What else could it be? (Differential diagnosis)
Hemorrhoids
Anal fissures
Inflammatory bowel diseases (IBD) like Crohn's disease or ulcerative colitis
Diverticulitis
What are the aggravating factors?
Age (most cases occur in individuals over 50)
Family history of colorectal cancer or polyps
High-fat diet
Lack of physical activity
Smoking and excessive alcohol consumption
What types of food are helpful?
High-fiber diet: Fruits, vegetables, and whole grains to help keep the digestive system healthy.
Low-fat diet: Reducing red and processed meat intake, focusing on plant-based proteins and fish.
Antioxidant-rich foods: Berries, nuts, and green leafy vegetables to support immune function.
Sample Recipe: Roasted Veggie and Quinoa Salad
Ingredients: Quinoa, sweet potatoes, carrots, kale, olive oil, lemon, garlic.
Directions: Roast the vegetables with olive oil and garlic, then toss with quinoa and lemon juice.
What are the traditional treatments?
Surgery: Often the primary treatment to remove the cancerous tissue.
Chemotherapy: To kill cancer cells or prevent the spread.
Radiation therapy: Sometimes used before surgery to shrink tumors.
Targeted therapy: For specific genetic mutations in the cancer cells.
What are the natural and alternative treatments?
Curcumin (turmeric): Known for its potential anti-cancer properties.
Probiotics: For gut health and supporting immune function.
Green tea: Contains antioxidants that may help fight cancer.
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