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Overview

The lung When you breathe in, air passes from the nose or mouth through the windpipe (trachea) which divides into two air passages, one going to each lung The two air passages are each known as the right and left bronchus and they form smaller tubes called bronchioles, which carry

Questions for your doctor

Understanding your cancer diagnosis, treatment plan, prognosis and the associated side effects and implications are important for making informed decisions about your health. The best source of information is usually your doctor, and compiling a list of what you want to know in advance is a useful way to ensure

Treatment

Different treatments for colorectal cancer: Surgery Depending on the location, size, spread and stage of the cancer, the doctor will recommend the most suitable surgery option. Colorectal cancer surgery can be done using traditional open surgery or minimally invasive surgery (laparoscopic). In general, minimally invasive surgery is more frequently chosen,

Diagnosis

The first step in diagnosis is usually an examination of your rectum by a doctor. You may also be asked to take a stool sample to your doctor so it can be tested for blood. If your doctor thinks that cancer may be present, or is unable to provide a

Causes and Symptoms

The causes A number of factors are believed to increase the risk of getting the condition. Diet: It is thought that a diet high in animal fat and protein, and low in fibre, may increase the risk of developing colorectal cancer. Lifestyle factors: Obesity, lack of exercise, smoking and excessive

Overview

The colon and the rectum (large bowel) The bowel is part of our digestive system and is divided into two parts, the small bowel and the large bowel. The large bowel is made up of the colon and the rectum. After digested food has passed through the small bowel (where

Questions

Understanding your cancer diagnosis, treatment plan, prognosis and the associated side effects and implications is important for making informed decisions about your health. The best source of information is usually your doctor, and compiling a list of what you want to know in advance is a useful way to ensure

Treatment

Treatment Surgery, radiotherapy and chemotherapy are the most common treatment types for cancer and may be used alone or in combination to treat breast cancer. Your doctor will plan your treatment by taking the type and size of your tumour into consideration, whether the cancer has spread, your age and

Diagnosis

How can I be screened? If you detect changes in your breasts, your doctor will examine you and enquire about your family history. Your lymph nodes, underarms, and neck lymph nodes will be examined for swelling, pain, or other abnormal conditions. If there are any unusual findings, further tests will

Colorectal Cancer

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