Colon cancer or colorectal cancer, which is also known as bowel cancer, is a type of cancer that originates in the colon or the rectum. Colon or rectum are parts of the digestive system and plays a vital role in absorption of fluid and nutrients from the digested food material. Colon cancer usually originates as a small and non-cancerous sessile clump called polyp. This polyp forms in the inner lining of the colon or the rectum and can be precursor of colon cancer. Overtime some polyps may become cancerous.
What are the early sign of colon cancer?
The most common early signs and symptoms of colon or colorectal cancer are:
a) Changes in bowel habits:
Unexplained changes in bowel habits is evident by changes in stool consistency. It is also evident by feeling that bowel does not feels completely empty even after passing the stools.
b) Blood in the stool:
Blood in the stool is evident by passing of bright red blood or dark tarry stools which may further indicate bleeding from the colon. This can be an early sign of colon cancer and be of mild grade in nature but the symptom may gradually worsen or develop.
c) Abdominal discomfort or cramps:
Early signs of colon cancer can be evident by unexplained frequent bloating and cramping pain in the abdomen. Discomfort in the abdomen can also be evident by feeling of fullness or bloating in the abdomen even after eating small amount of foods
d) Unexplained weight loss:
Sudden and unexplained loss of weight more than 10% of body weight without changes in the diet or the physical activity levels. This sudden loss of weight can be due to cancer cells consuming excessive amount of energy.
e) Weakness and fatigue:
Unexplained feeling of fatigue or weakness and it does not go away with rest. This can also be evident by getting up tired from the bed or unable to get up from the bed.
f) Anaemia:
Rectal cancer can also lead to anaemia or low haemoglobin due to bleeding in microscopic amount from the cancerous growth in the colon.
It is most important to note that the above mentioned symptoms can be present in many other health conditions, and does not necessarily means that you have developed stomach cancer. It is strictly advisable to consult your health care professional appropriate diagnosis.
Treatment of Colon Cancer or Rectal Cancer or Bowel Cancer through Ayurveda:
Dr. Ravi Gupta, M.D. (Ayurveda), specializes in treating colon cancer, rectal cancer, and bowel cancer with classical and traditional Ayurvedic approach that focuses on restoring the balance between the doshas, and detoxification and removal of the dustha doshas. Dr. Gupta’s treatment also helps to boost the body’s immunity and support’s the body natural healing capacity.
a) Personalized Herbal Medicine: Dr. Ravi Gupta, Ayurveda Cancer Consultant advises and prescribes certain herbal formulations that is based on patient’s individual constitution (Prakriti), stage and extent of the cancer disease, and immunity of the patient. Common herbs advised are:
1) Haridra (Turmeric): Curcumin is the active ingredient of Haridra (Turmeric) and it help to reduce inflammation and suppress the proliferation and growth of cancer cells.
2) Guduchi (Tinospora cordifolia): Guduchi (Tinospora cordifolia) is a potent immunomodulator and helps to enhance the body defence mechanism.
3) Ashwagandha: Ashwagandha helps to improve the body vitality and helps to boost the immunity of colon cancer patients. Ashwagandha helps to reduce the side-effects of conventional treatment.
b) Rasayana Therapy (Rejuvenation Therapy): Dr. Ravi Gupta, Ayurveda Cancer Consultant advises Rasayana Therapy or Rejuvenation Therapy to colon cancer patients. Rasayana Therapy helps to promote and strengthen the body defence mechanism and support regeneration of dhatus in colon cancer patients. Rasayana Therapy also helps to nourish the dhatus in colon cancer patients.
c) Dietary and Lifestyle Recommendations: Dr. Ravi Gupta, Ayurveda Cancer Consultant advises specialized and tailored dietary recommendations to colon cancer patients. The food advised are nutritious, easily digestible, and anti-inflammatory in nature. He advises Sattvic diet that helps to increase overall standard of living of cancer patients and standard of living too.
For treatment of colon cancer through Ayurveda, Kindly connect with Dr. Ravi Gupta, Ayurveda Cancer Consultant or call at +91-9819274611.
