Colon Cancer
Colorectal Cancer Specialists at Surgical Associates of Southern Texas
We are always at the cutting edge of medical innovation when it comes to colorectal surgery in Greater Houston. Visit us today for consultation with our colon cancer specilaist Dr. Murtaza. Appointment can be made by online or making call at 713-955-9191. Clinics are located at 410 W Grand Pkwy S Suite 4D, Katy, TX 77494 and 17510 W Grand Pkwy Suite No 320, Sugar Land, TX 77479
What is colorectal cancer?
Rectal cancer is a preventable disease. It develops from benign growths in the rectum called polyps, which can be removed with a routine colonoscopy. However, these are not always detected and removed in time which leads to tumor growth. Over 90% of cases of colorectal cancer are diagnosed in patients over the age of 50. Still, plenty of children are at risk for colorectal cancer, considering the risk factors that come with their family’s medical history among many more.
What are the risk factors of rectal cancer?
- Family history of colorectal cancer
- Personal history of inflammatory bowel diseases
- Personal history of other cancers
- Consistently unhealthy diet
It is important to keep not of these in daily life. If you or a loved one has a history of cancers or inflammatory bowel diseases like ulcerative colitis, it is advised to maintain a healthy lifestyle and diet to reduce the risk of developing colorectal cancer.
What are the symptoms of rectal cancer?
- Unusual bowel movements
- Constipation or diarrhea
- Narrow shaped stool
- Blood in the stool
- Unexplained weight loss
- Fatigue
- pelvic/lower abdominal pain
If you notice more than a few of these symptoms it is best to consult your GP as soon as it is possible. It is imperative to understand that hemorrhoids display similar symptoms to colorectal cancer symptoms.
How do they test for colorectal cancer?
- Fecal occult blood test
- Sigmoidoscopy
- Colonoscopy
- Virtual colonoscopy
- DNA stool test
How is colorectal cancer treated?
Our experts at Surgeons Association of Southern Texas are pioneers in colorectal cancer treatment at Houston. Through a personalised treatment plan designed specifically for each patient’s unique case, our team executes excellent healthcare. A combination of radiation therapy, chemotherapy, surgery, as well as targeted therapy is used for rectal cancer treatment. Innovative clinical trials are also changing the dynamics of colon cancer treatments. Immunotherapy is a treatment option that is changing the way we treat cancer.
Dr. Murtaza Shakir has been ranked as one of the top doctors of General surgery in Houston, as per Houstonia
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Board-certified General Surgeon and Surgical Oncologist
Dr. Shakir is a board-certified General Surgeon and Surgical Oncologist working in Katy and SUGAR LAND. After graduating from Medical School at Aga Khan University in Karachi, Pakistan, he ventured to complete his residency in General Surgery at the Riverside Methodist Hospital in Columbus, Ohio. He also specializes in providing the most cutting edge and personalized treatment for patients with Breast Cancer.
Specialized Surgeron
As a general surgeon he provides expert treatment of common general surgical problems like Gallbladder Surgery and Hernia Repair and complex abdominal wall reconstruction.
General Surgeon & Surgical Oncologist
Being the only Board Certified Surgical Oncologist outside of the Texas Medical Center, Dr. Shakir specializes in treatment of various Malignancies ranging from Colon, Rectal, Liver and Pancreatic cancer
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