Colorectal Cancer: Symptoms, Diagnosis, Prevention & Treatment | Dr Pavan Reddy | Arete Hospitals [Video]

*What is Colorectal Cancer & bowel cancer?* *What is the early screening test for Colorectal Cancer?* #colorectalcancer #colorectalcancerawareness #bowelcancer #bowelcancerawareness

Join Dr Pavan Reddy, Consultant, HOD, Medical Gastroenterology, Arete Hospitals, Gachibowli, Hyderabad, as he shares his insights in this informative video and helps you understand about Colorectal Cancer: Symptoms, Early Screening test, Diagnosis, Prevention & Treatment

Colorectal cancer is a significant health concern, particularly affecting the Indian population, with individuals aged 45 to 50 being the most vulnerable. Detecting symptoms early can be crucial for effective treatment and prevention of advanced stages.

*Symptoms of Colorectal Cancer:*
Symptoms of colorectal cancer often manifest in the advanced stages, including blood in stools, altered bowel habits (constipation or diarrhoea), pencil-thin stools, and abdominal pain. Metastasis can lead to symptoms in other organs, such as blood in sputum from lung involvement.

*Importance of Early Detection in Colorectal Cancer:*
Detecting colorectal cancer before it progresses to cancerous stages significantly increases the chances of successful treatment. Screening at a precancerous stage offers the opportunity for effective intervention and prevention.

*Screening Methods for Colorectal Cancer:*
Effective screening methods are essential for early detection. The average-risk population, especially individuals above 45, should undergo screening. Stool blood tests are common but may detect cancer only in advanced stages. Colonoscopy, however, offers superior detection and treatment capabilities.

*Stool Blood Test* – While commonly used, stool blood tests often detect cancer at advanced stages, limiting their effectiveness in early detection

*Colonoscopy* – is the best for colorectal cancer screening. A flexible scope with a camera allows for the identification and removal of polyps, the warning sign of colorectal cancer, thus preventing its development

*Virtual Colonoscopy* – via CT scan is another screening option, although not as effective as colonoscopy in detecting and treating precancerous lesions

*Benefits of Colonoscopy:*
Colonoscopy enables the identification and removal of polyps, reducing the risk of colorectal cancer development. Different techniques are used in the removal of the polyps depending on their shape size and morphology. Techniques like Snare Polypectomy, Endoscopic Mucosal Resection (EMR), and Endoscopic Submucosal Dissection ensure complete polyp removal, minimizing the risk of recurrence.

*Recommendations for Screening:*
Individuals above 45, especially those with a significant family history, should undergo colorectal cancer screening. Initiating screening at 45 rather than the previously recommended age of 50 can significantly reduce cancer-related risks.

For any further queries, contact us at Arete Hospitals, or you may post your query in the comments section here.
Time Codes
0:04 Doctor Introduction
0:15 Colorectal Cancer
0:21 High-risk age group for Colorectal Cancer
0:26 Symptoms of Colorectal Cancer
1:27 Screening for Colorectal Cancer
2:07 Stool Occult Blood Test
2:36 Colonoscopy
2:43 Virtual CT Colonoscopy
3:21 Polypectomy – Types

*About Arete Hospitals:* Arete believes that a good environment helps in healing and good facilities help experts achieve beyond their expertise.
To Know More: https://www.aretehospitals.com/

*About the Doctor:* Dr T Pavan Reddy, he earned his MBBS from Dr NTR University of Health Sciences, Vijayawada and achieved a MD in General Medicine from Kasturba Medical College, Manipal University. He further honed his skills by pursuing DM in Medical Gastroenterology and Post Doctoral Fellowship in Advanced Therapeutic Endoscopy at Sanjay Gandhi Post Graduate Institute Lucknow.

*Book an Appointment with Dr T Pavan Reddy:*
https://www.aretehospitals.com/book-doctor-appointment/dr-pavan-reddy-thondapu

Connect with our other platforms for regular updates:
1. *Facebook:* https://www.facebook.com/aretehospitals
2. *Instagram:* https://www.instagram.com/aretehospitals/
3. *LinkedIn:* https://www.linkedin.com/company/arete-hospitals
4. *Twitter:* https://twitter.com/AreteHospitals

*Explore Dr T Pavan Reddy* – *Medical Gastroenterologist, playlist for more informative videos:* https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLWZFhbCiM4zAciHgn2GNiKzQlFPuzMkYg

Like and comment on the video. Share with your friends and family.
Subscribe to our channel to get regular updates on your health, Thank you.
#aretehospitals #mindfulbeyondthemedicine #healthcare #colorectalcancer #coloncancer #cancersymptoms #bloodinstools #bowelhabitschanges #abdominalpain #coloncancerscreening #stoolbloodtest #colonoscopy #virtualcolonoscopy #polypsremoval #endoscopicmucosalresection #polypsrecurrence #colorectalcancerprevention #colorectalcancerriskfactors #colorectalcancerdiagnosis #colorectalcancertreatment #drpavanreddy