HOMOEOPATHIC REMEDIES FOR COLON CANCER
Colon cancer is cancer of the large intestine (colon), the lower
part of your digestive system. Rectal cancer is cancer of the last several
inches of the colon. Together, they're often referred to as colorectal cancers.
Most cases of colon cancer begin as small, noncancerous (benign)
clumps of cells called adenomatous polyps. Over time some of these polyps
become colon cancers.
Polyps may be small and produce few, if any, symptoms. For this
reason, doctors recommend regular screening tests to help prevent colon cancer
by identifying and removing polyps before they become colon cancer
Causes--In most
cases, it's not clear what causes colon cancer. Doctors know that colon cancer
occurs when healthy cells in the colon develop errors in their DNA.
Healthy cells grow and divide in an orderly way to keep your
body functioning normally. But when a cell's DNA is damaged and becomes
cancerous, cells continue to divide — even when new cells aren't needed. As the
cells accumulate, they form a tumor.
With time, the cancer cells can grow to invade and destroy
normal tissue nearby. And cancerous cells can travel to other parts of the
body.
Inherited gene mutations that increase the risk of colon cancer
Inherited gene mutations that increase the risk of colon cancer
can be passed through families, but these inherited genes are linked to only a
small percentage of colon cancers. Inherited gene mutations don't make cancer
inevitable, but they can increase an individual's risk of cancer significantly.
The most common forms of inherited colon cancer syndromes are:
Hereditary nonpolyposis colorectal cancer (HNPCC). HNPCC, also called Lynch syndrome, increases the risk of
colon cancer and other cancers. People with HNPCC tend to develop colon cancer
before age 50.
Familial adenomatous polyposis (FAP). FAP is a rare disorder that causes you to develop
thousands of polyps in the lining of your colon and rectum. People with
untreated FAP have a greatly increased risk of developing colon cancer before age
40.
FAP, HNPCC and other, rarer inherited colon cancer syndromes can
be detected through genetic testing. If you're concerned about your family's
history of colon cancer, talk to your doctor about whether your family history
suggests you have a risk of these conditions.
Association between diet and increased colon cancer risk
Studies of large groups of people have shown an association
between a typical Western diet and an increased risk of colon cancer. A typical
Western diet is high in fat and low in fiber.
When people move from areas where the typical diet is low in fat
and high in fiber to areas where the typical Western diet is most common, the
risk of colon cancer in these people increases significantly. It's not clear
why this occurs, but researchers are studying whether a high-fat, low-fiber
diet affects the microbes that live in the colon or causes underlying
inflammation that may contribute to cancer risk. This is an area of active
investigation and research is ongoing.
Symptoms-Signs and symptoms of colon cancer include:
·
A change in your bowel habits, including diarrhea or
constipation or a change in the consistency of your stool, that lasts longer
than four weeks
·
Rectal bleeding or blood in your stool
·
Persistent abdominal discomfort, such as cramps, gas or pain
·
A feeling that your bowel doesn't empty completely
·
Weakness or fatigue
·
Unexplained weight loss
Many people with colon cancer experience no symptoms in the
early stages of the disease. When symptoms appear, they'll likely vary,
depending on the cancer's size and location in your large intestine.
Risk factors--Factors that may increase your risk of colon cancer include:
Older age. The great
majority of people diagnosed with colon cancer are older than 50. Colon cancer
can occur in younger people, but it occurs much less frequently.
African-American
race. African-Americans have a greater risk of colon cancer than
do people of other races.
A personal history
of colorectal cancer or polyps. If you've already had colon
cancer or adenomatous polyps, you have a greater risk of colon cancer in the
future.
Inflammatory
intestinal conditions. Chronic inflammatory diseases of the colon, such as
ulcerative colitis and Crohn's disease, can increase your risk of colon cancer.
Inherited syndromes
that increase colon cancer risk. Genetic syndromes passed
through generations of your family can increase your risk of colon cancer.
These syndromes include familial adenomatous polyposis and hereditary
nonpolyposis colorectal cancer, which is also known as Lynch syndrome.
Family history of
colon cancer. You're more likely to develop colon cancer if you have a
parent, sibling or child with the disease. If more than one family member has
colon cancer or rectal cancer, your risk is even greater.
Low-fiber, high-fat
diet. Colon cancer and rectal cancer may be associated with a
diet low in fiber and high in fat and calories. Research in this area has had
mixed results. Some studies have found an increased risk of colon cancer in
people who eat diets high in red meat and processed meat.
A sedentary
lifestyle. If you're inactive, you're more likely to develop colon
cancer. Getting regular physical activity may reduce your risk of colon cancer.
Diabetes. People with
diabetes and insulin resistance may have an increased risk of colon cancer.
Obesity. People who
are obese have an increased risk of colon cancer and an increased risk of dying
of colon cancer when compared with people considered normal weight.
Smoking. People who
smoke may have an increased risk of colon cancer.
Alcohol. Heavy use of
alcohol may increase your risk of colon cancer.
Radiation therapy
for cancer. Radiation therapy directed at the abdomen to treat
previous cancers may increase the risk of colon cancer.
Diagnosis--If your signs and symptoms indicate that
you could have colon cancer, your doctor may recommend one or more tests and
procedures, including:
Using a scope to
examine the inside of your colon. Colonoscopy uses a long,
flexible and slender tube attached to a video camera and monitor to view your
entire colon and rectum. If any suspicious areas are found, your doctor can
pass surgical tools through the tube to take tissue samples (biopsies) for
analysis.
Blood tests. No blood test can tell you if you have colon cancer.
But your doctor may test your blood for clues about your overall health, such
as kidney and liver function tests.
Your doctor may also test your blood for a chemical sometimes
produced by colon cancers (carcinoembryonic antigen or CEA). Tracked over time,
the level of CEA in your blood may help your doctor understand your prognosis
and whether your cancer is responding to treatment.
Staging
of colon cancer
Once you've been diagnosed with colon cancer, your doctor will
order tests to determine the extent (stage) of your cancer. Staging helps
determine what treatments are most appropriate for you.
Staging tests may include imaging procedures such as abdominal
and chest CT scans. In many cases, the stage of your cancer may not be
determined until after colon cancer surgery.
The stages of colon cancer are:
Stage I. Your cancer
has grown through the superficial lining (mucosa) of the colon or rectum but
hasn't spread beyond the colon wall or rectum.
Stage II. Your cancer
has grown into or through the wall of the colon or rectum but hasn't spread to
nearby lymph nodes.
Stage III. Your cancer
has invaded nearby lymph nodes but isn't affecting other parts of your body
yet.
Stage IV. Your cancer
has spread to distant sites, such as other organs — for instance, to your liver
or lung.
HOMOEOPATHIC REMEDIES
Homoeopathy today is a rapidly
growing system and is being practiced all over the world.Its strength lies in
its evident effectiveness as it takes a holistic approach towards the sick
individual through promotion of inner balance at mental, emotional, spiritual
and physical levels. When Colon cancer
is concerned there are many effective medicines are available in
Homoeopathy, but the selection depends upon the individuality of the patient,
considering the mental and physical symptoms.
HYDRASTIS CANADENSIS Q-Hydrastis
is an excellent remedy for colon cancer with loud rumbling and aching pain in
abdomen , which is worse by moving. There is cutting, colicky pain in abdomen ,
better after passing flatus. Sharp pain in the cecal region. Pain in the groin
as if he had strained himself. Constipation with sinking feeling in stomach.
Gripping pains with the stools.There is a bitter peppery taste in mouth.
Hydrastis is suited to easily –tired cachetic individuals with great debility.
CONIUM
MACULATUM 3C- Conium mac is effective for colon cancer
with bruised, swollen , knife like pains. Abdomen feels hard and distended ,
worse after taking milk. Tremulous weakness and palpitation of heart after
every stool. Pain from the lower abdomen goes down the legs.There is a feeling
of painful tightness in abdomen.
NITRIC
ACID 3C-Nitic acid is excellent for colon cancer with bright
red bleeding from rectum during stool. There is violent cutting pain after
stools, lasting for hours. Abdominal colic relieved from tightening cloths.
CARBO
ANIMALIS 200- Carbo
animalis is effective for colon cancer with a feeling of a hard body in groin,
especially left side, worse sitting, better from pressure and passing flatus. A
moisture oozing from the anus.
ALUMINA
30-
Alumina is prescribed for colon cancer where severe constipation occurs. Hard,
dry, knotty stools remain in rectum for long period with no desire. Great
straining is required for passing stool, even a soft stool is passed with great
difficulty.
ALOE
SOCOTRINA 3C- Aloes is another excellent remedy for
colon cancer with persistent diarrhea. Colic with diarrhea. Before and during
stool a cutting pain in rectum. The abdomen feels full, heavy and bloated.
HAMAMELIS
VIRGINIANA Q- Hamamelis is prescribed when bleeding per
rectum occurs in colon cancer . There is feeling of pain all round lower
abdomen.
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