Narayana Hospital, Guwahati
Intestinal Disorders

Colorectal Cancer

Comprehensive Care for Intestinal and Bowel Disorders

The small intestine and large intestine play an essential role in digestion, nutrient absorption, and normal bowel function. Disorders affecting the intestines may cause abdominal pain, bloating, diarrhoea, constipation, blood in stool, weight loss, anaemia, or changes in bowel habits. Some intestinal disorders are functional and do not damage the bowel, while others may cause inflammation, ulcers, narrowing, bleeding, or long-term complications. Persistent or recurrent symptoms should be evaluated to identify the underlying cause and begin appropriate treatment. Dr. Dipankar Das provides comprehensive evaluation and management of intestinal disorders using blood and stool tests, colonoscopy, biopsy, advanced imaging, and individualized medical treatment.

What is Colorectal Cancer?

Colorectal cancer develops in the colon or rectum and often begins as a precancerous polyp. It is one of the most common gastrointestinal cancers, but it is also highly preventable and treatable when detected early.

Common Signs & Symptoms

Blood in stool
Persistent change in bowel habits
Unexplained weight loss
Abdominal pain
Iron deficiency anaemia
Weakness or fatigue
Feeling of incomplete bowel evacuation

Common Causes & Risk Factors

Increasing age
Family history of colorectal cancer
Previous colorectal polyps
Long-standing inflammatory bowel disease
Obesity and physical inactivity
Smoking
High intake of processed meat
Certain inherited genetic conditions

How is it diagnosed?

1Colonoscopy with Biopsy
2Histopathological Examination
3Contrast-enhanced CT Scan
4MRI Pelvis for rectal cancer
5Blood Tests including CEA
6Additional staging investigations when indicated

Treatment

Endoscopic removal for selected early lesions
Surgery
Chemotherapy
Radiotherapy for selected rectal cancers
Targeted therapy
Immunotherapy in selected patients

Why early diagnosis matters

Early-stage colorectal cancer is often curable. Screening colonoscopy and timely removal of polyps can prevent many cases from developing.

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Consult Dr. Dipankar Das at Narayana Superspeciality Hospital, Guwahati or visiting consultation centres across Assam.

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