39 Best Doctors for Colon Cancer available in Pune

Colon cancers are usually due to a mutation in the DNA, leading to uncontrolled growth. The risk factors for colon cancer include a strong family history, advancing age, a diet high in fats and low in fibre, diabetes, smoking, alcohol and obesity.

2. What are the treatment measures for colon cancer?

The treatment measures for colon cancer include chemotherapy and radiation therapy along with surgery. Surgical options are removal of polyps or polypectomy, endoscopic mucosal resection and partial removal of the colon.

3. Does the available treatment options have any side effects?

As with all cancer treatments, side effects, such as hair loss, loss of appetite, weight loss, anaemia, nausea and vomiting, will be seen. Post-surgery complications, such as blood loss, infections and sepsis, can also be observed.

4. Are there any surgeries for the treatment of colon cancer?

Surgical measures in the treatment of colon cancers include removal of polyps (polypectomy), endoscopic mucosal resection and partial removal of the colon.

5. How long is the duration of treatment of colon cancer?

The duration of the treatment of colon cancers depend on the intensity of the symptoms and the stage of the disease. Treatment can generally last from a few months to years.

Dr. Sandeep S. Kulkarni

Gastroenterologist

23 years experience overall

Deccan Gymkhana,Pune

Sahyadri Hospital + 2 more

₹905 Consultation fee at clinic

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Name	Recommended By	Review Count	Years of Experience	Fee
Dr. Ashish Pokharkar	87%	15	22	700
Dr. Rakesh Neve	67%	3	31	1500
Dr. Pankaj Kshirsagar	90%	10	22	1000
Dr. Shama Shaikh	64%	14	24	700
Dr. Wategaonkar Ravikumar Narayan	96%	25	15	1350
Dr. Ujwal Zambare	88%	16	17	1000
Dr. Sumit Shah	99%	174	22	800
Dr. Sandeep S. Kulkarni	92%	125	23	905

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