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Article by Master, Doctor Quach Thanh Dung - Head of Inpatient Oncology and Hematology Unit - Center for Oncology - Radiation Therapy - Vinmec Times City International Hospital
Colon cancer is a common disease in the gastrointestinal tract and has a high mortality rate. However, if diagnosed and treated early, patients still have a good prognosis. In particular, there are now many proven studies on preventive measures for this disease.
1. Colon cancer is a common disease
Colorectal cancer is the most common cancer of the gastrointestinal tract. According to the statistics of the World Health Organization in 2020, colorectal cancer ranks 3rd in the number of new cases after breast and lung cancer and ranks 2nd in the number of deaths after lung cancer in Vietnam. Male. In 2020, colorectal cancer ranked 5th in terms of both new cases and deaths among common cancers after liver, lung, breast and stomach cancers with 16,426 new cases (accounting for 9%). and 8,524 deaths (accounting for 6.9%). Today, although there are many effective treatments, the outcome of treatment depends on many factors, especially the stage of the disease, detected at an early stage will have a higher chance of cure. compared to the stage of progression.Trắc nghiệm: Đại tràng của bạn hoạt động thế nào?
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2. 6 ways to reduce your risk of colon cancer
Based on evidence from many studies, experts have recommended 6 ways to help reduce the risk of colorectal cancer as follows:
2.1 Screening for colorectal cancer
Screening is performing tests to find cancer before signs and symptoms appear. In other words, it helps in early detection when treatments are more likely to be successful. Today, the incidence is increasing and tends to be younger, so the American Cancer Society recommends starting screening at age 45 for people at average risk for the disease. Some colorectal screening tests can also find and remove precancerous masses (polyps) in the colon or rectum. Polyps are not cancerous, but over time cancer can start from polyps, so removing them reduces the risk of cancer.
2.2 Eat more vegetables, fruits and whole grains
A diet that includes lots of vegetables, fruits, and whole grains has been linked to a reduced risk of colon or rectal cancer. In addition, eating less red meat (beef, pork, or lamb) and processed meat (sausages and some canned meats), is associated with an increased risk of colorectal cancer.
2.3 Exercise regularly
Research shows that if you are not physically active, you may be more likely to get colorectal cancer. Being more active can help reduce the risk of this disease.
2.4 Control your weight
Being overweight or obese increases the risk of colorectal cancer and death. Maintaining a healthier diet and increasing physical activity can help you manage your weight.
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2.5 No smoking
Long-time smokers are more likely to develop and die from colon or rectal cancer than non-smokers.
2.6 Limit alcohol consumption
Many studies show that alcohol use is associated with a higher risk of colorectal cancer. Therefore, you should limit the use of alcohol, beer and stimulants that affect health.
Many studies have proven that dietary habits, weight and exercise are closely related to the risk of colorectal cancer. Changing some of these lifestyle habits can be difficult, but making these changes can reduce your risk of many types of cancer as well as other serious conditions like heart disease and diabetes. Besides, you also need to pay attention to regular health check-ups to detect the disease early, giving you a better chance of treatment.
In order to improve the medical examination and treatment process, Vinmec International General Hospital has and continues to provide a system of modern medical machines that meet standards in examination, treatment and prevention. many diseases. In particular, to meet the requirements of using comprehensive medical services, Vinmec International General Hospital is also implementing a Package of Screening and Early Detection of Colorectal Cancer, implemented by a team of doctors and nurses. industry leader with rich experience in the field of diagnosis and treatment of colorectal cancer. When using this service package, you will have the support of a system of modern and standard equipment and technology, full of specialized facilities to diagnose the disease and stage it before treatment such as: CT scan , Endoscopy, PET-CT scan, MRI, Mammogram, histopathological diagnosis, gene-cell testing, ... help detect colon cancer early even when there are no warning symptoms. brand.
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