"CT scan can help identify and assess the local, regional and distant spread of cancer arising from the small intestine."

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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Welcoming Dr Bhawna Sirohi. Dr. Bhawna Sirohi is a leading Medical Oncologist with an exemplary experience of more than 25 years. She is a renowned senior consultant across the globe who specializes in treating Breast Oncology and Gastrointestinal Cancers.

Dr. Bhawna has worked with the top Oncology Centres & Oncologists around the world. She joins as the Lead – Medical Oncologist at Apollo Proton Cancer Centre.

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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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