Top Rectum cancer treatment Doctors in Delhi

Max Hospital, Delhi houses some of the best specialists for Rectum cancer treatment that are trained to provide best treatments available with the latest technology. The doctors can be consulted at Delhi through in-hospital appointments and video consultations. Learn more about Rectum cancer treatment doctors’ qualification, background, specialization and experience. Book doctor appointments online, check OPD timings at one of the best hospitals in Delhi.

Frequently Asked Questions

Rectal cancer develops in the tissues of the rectum, which is the last part of the large intestine located just above the anus. It usually begins as abnormal growths or polyps in the rectal lining that can become cancerous over time.

Common symptoms of rectal cancer include:

Blood in the stool or rectal bleeding
Changes in bowel habits
Abdominal pain or discomfort
Unexplained weight loss
Fatigue

Risk factors for developing rectal cancer include:

Age (risk increases with age)
Personal or family history of colorectal cancer or polyps
Crohn's disease or ulcerative colitis
A diet high in red and processed meats, and low in fibre
Sedentary lifestyle
Obesity
Smoking and excessive alcohol consumption

The side effects of immunotherapy may include fatigue, fever, chills, and an increased risk of infection.

Radiation therapy for rectal cancer is either given as a short course (given over five days) or may take 5-6 weeks (long course), with treatment typically given once a day, five days a week. The preferred choice amongst the two would depend on patient factors, which would be weighed carefully by the treating team to decide the final choice.

The duration of chemotherapy treatment for rectal cancer will depend on the specific drugs used and the patient's individual response to treatment.

The length of surgery for rectal cancer will depend on the extent of the tumour and the type of surgery being performed.

The recovery period after surgery for rectal cancer may vary depending on the extent of the surgery and the individual patient's overall health.

Rectal cancer can come back after treatment, particularly if the cancer was not completely removed, or if it has spread to other parts of the body.

Patients with a history of rectal cancer should have regular colonoscopies to monitor for any signs of recurrence or new tumours. The frequency of follow-up colonoscopy depends on risk factors, with some people at high risk needing regular follow up colonoscopies every year.

Palliative care may be used in the treatment of rectal cancer to help manage symptoms and improve quality of life, particularly in cases where the cancer is advanced.

A multidisciplinary team, which includes healthcare providers from different specialities can work together to develop a comprehensive treatment plan for rectal cancer patients.

Resources for rectal cancer patients and their families may include support groups, patient advocacy organisations, and informational websites.

Patients can speak with their primary care provider or use online resources to find healthcare providers who specialise in the treatment of rectal cancer.

Palliative care may be used in the treatment of rectal cancer to help manage symptoms and improve quality of life, particularly in cases where the cancer is advanced or has spread to other parts of the body.

A multidisciplinary team, which may include healthcare providers from different specialities can work together to develop a comprehensive treatment plan for rectal cancer patients.

FAQs reviewed by Dr. Vivek Mangla, Director, Gastrointestinal and Hepatopancreatobiliary (GI & HPB) Surgical Oncology, Cancer Care / Oncology.

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