Overview

What causes small intestine cancer?

Certain genetic conditions predispose individuals to small intestine cancer. Careful family history and risk assessment tools including targeted health checks can be useful in identifying these.

When cells in the wall of the small intestine or the lymph nodes lying close to the small intestine start multiplying in an uncontrolled manner, it leads to small intestine cancer.

What are the types of small intestine cancer?

The small intestine consists of the duodenum, jejunum and ileum. Types of small intestine cancer include adenocarcinoma, neuroendocrine tumours, lymphoma, gastrointestinal stromal tumours.

Symptoms

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Common symptoms of small intestine cancer include:

Abdominal pain
Discomfort
Postprandial fullness
Bloating
Constipation and/ or lose motions
Poor appetite
Abdominal distension
Weight loss
Vomiting
The passage of blood or melanic (black, tarry) stools

Winning Over Cancer

Dr. Ashwathy Mathew, Consultant - Radiation Oncologist at APCC and our expert in Gastrointestinal oncology explains how Proton therapy is an effective treatment in Gastrointestinal cancers.

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Dr. Smarajit Patnaik from Bhubaneswar underwent proton therapy at Apollo proton cancer centre under the guidance of Dr. Ashwathy, Radiation Oncologist, APCC. Dr Smarajit Patnaik says "Thank you for making me feel safe & comfortable and taking utmost care during COVID-19". He also appreciated the quick action taken by the doctors & the professional & warm environment in the hospital.

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Dr. Bhawna Sirohi, Lead - Medical Oncologist at APCC, who specializes in GI Cancers talks about Pancreatic Cancer in this video. She outlines the risk factors, symptoms and the way forward for testing & treatment associated with this specific disease.

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