Colon Cancer which is also known colorectal cancer, is a type of cancer that begins in colon or the rectum. Colon is the longest part of the large intestine, and it helps in absorption of water and nutrients from the digested food material. Rectum is lower most of large intestine and stores digested material or stool until defecation.
Colon Cancer typically originates from the polyps which is sessile or pedunculated in nature. Most of the polyps is benign in nature and originates in the inner layer of colon. Some polyps may accumulate additional mutation and may have a cancerous transformation.
Colon Cancer is staged based on its spread – from Stage 0 to Stage IV. This stage ranges from when cancer cells is confined to the inner lining of the colon till it has spread to distant organs like the liver, lungs etc. so let see, what is the survival rate for colon cancer .
What is the survival rate for colon cancer?
Survival rate from the colon cancer varies on several factors which includes the stage of the cancer at the time diagnosis, the overall health of the patient, and his response to the treatment. Generally for cancer survival rates is measured as a 5-year relative survival rate, which mean that percentage of people alive after diagnosis compared to general population.
Colon Cancer Survival Rates by Stage:
Further is mentioned approximate breakdown of the 5-year survival rate of the colon cancer:
1) Stage 1: Around 90% – Stage I is designated when cancer cells in localized within the colon. Survival rates is generally high if treatment is initiated at the earliest and the patients responds well.
2) Stage II: Around 70 – 85% – Stage II is designated when cancer cells has invaded and grown into or through the outer layers of the colon but has not spread to the nearby lymph nodes. Treatment is generally effective and cure can be achieved by excision of the affected colon.
3) Stage III: Around 40 – 70% – Stage III is designated when cancer cells has spread to the nearby lymph nodes but not to the distant organs. Treatment may be still effective at this stage of cancer but survival is generally decreased.
4) Stage IV: Around 10 – 15% – Stage IV is designated when cancer cells has spread to the distant organs like liver or lungs etc. Prognosis is generally low or poor in the Stage of the Cancer but treatment can be directed toward extending life and improving quality of life of the patient.
Factors that influence the survival:
1) Early detection: Colon Cancer can be detected early through screening methods like colonoscopy, flexible sigmoidoscopy etc. Periodic screening in high risk group can help in early detection and can lead to improves survival in colon cancer patients.
2) Age and Health: Younger peoples are healthier as compared to cardio-respiratory point of view and so can tolerate the treatment better.
3) Genetics and Response of the Treatment: Some people respond to the treatment well to certain genetic mutation in the cancer cells and some do not. Targeted therapy is based on this same principle.
Treatment of Colon Cancer by Ayurveda to increase the survival rate:
Dr. Ravi Gupta, a renowned Ayurvedic Cancer Consultant, has a holistic approach and patient specific protocol that is directed toward enhancing the survival of colon cancer patients. He strongly believes on combining traditional Ayurvedic principles with modern treatment modalities to enhance and support the colon cancer patients healing processes, manage colon cancer and treatment related symptoms, and further to prevent recurrence of the cancer. Further is mentioned some important factors related Dr. Ravi Gupta treatment related approach:
1) Herbal Medicine: Dr. Ravi Gupta advises Ayurvedic herbs in form of a single drug or a formulations for their anti-cancer properties, such as Ashwagandha (Withania somnifera), Guduchi (Tinospora cordifolia), and Curcumin (Curcuma longa). There are many herbs mentioned in Ayurveda that helps to boost the immunity and reduce inflammation in colon cancer patients. Ayurvedic herbs also helps to improve cellular health in colon cancer patients.
2) Rasayana Therapy or Rejuvenation Therapy: Rasayana Therapy helps to helps to improve vitality and boost immunity in colon cancer patients. It also helps to rejuvenate tissues in colon cancer and make normal cells more resilient against treatment.
3) Dietary Modifications: Dr. Ravi Gupta, Ayurveda Cancer Consultant advises a Sattvic diet that is rich in laghu and supachya ahara, fresh and seasonal fruits, and green vegetables. It is strongly advised to excess fats and sugars, and it proves extremely beneficial in colon cancer patients. The diet which supports digestion and immunity proves extremely beneficial in colon cancer patients.
4) Lifestyle Modifications: Dr. Ravi Gupta strongly advises to reduce stress, improve sleep quality, and promote overall health in colon cancer patients. Daily regular exercise and meditation is promoted in colon cancer patients.
Consultation with qualified Ayurvedic Cancer Consultant like Dr. Ravi Gupta can help to receive personalized colon cancer treatment is must.
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