Rectal Cancer

Rectal cancer is cancer affecting the rectum. The risk factors are aging, diet, and a family history of colorectal cancer. Initially, they do not cause any symptoms. It is diagnosed by screening. The signs and symptoms are changes in bowel habits and rectal bleeding with blood. Rectal cancer can be managed by surgery, chemotherapy, and radiotherapy.

  
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I am a 62-year-old woman who had my rectum removed ten years back due to cancer. How can I overcome constipation?

Query: Hello doctor,I am a 62-year-old woman. I have frequent constipation and bloating and do not have regular bowel movements. I had undergone treatment for rectal cancer ten years back and got my rectum removed. Also, nine years back, I got my gallbladder removed due to stones. I also have a complaint o...  Read Full »


Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I understand your concern. There are many medicines in Ayurveda for bloating and constipation. But keeping in mind your history, I am suggesting a treatment plan that has only plant-based ingredients and not any heavy metal or other heavy ingredients. Take two teasp...  Read Full »

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