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    What is colorectal cancer follow-up care?

    If you have completed treatment, you will likely have follow-up visits with your cancer specialist for a couple of years depending on the stage and grade of your cancer or chance of recurrence.

    During these visits, your doctor will ask if you have any problems and may do regular exams and prescribe some lab tests or imaging tests to look for signs of cancer returning or treatment side effects.

    How do you recover post colorectal cancer treatment?

    For many patients, colorectal cancer treatment can successfully remove or destroy the cancer. But for some, the colorectal cancer may never go away completely. As a result they may get regular treatment with chemotherapy, radiation therapy or other treatments to control the cancer for as long as possible.

    What is the recovery time after colon cancer surgery?

    After you have been discharged, you may gradually start to do more. Pain, if any will be managed with pain killers and improve over time.

    Usually, by six to twelve weeks, most people are back to normal activity, with the exception of lifting heavy objects or participating in prolonged and vigorous sports.

    As a general rule, you should listen to your body and refrain from pushing yourself too hard.

    What are the chances of stage 1 colon cancer surgery recovery?

    For people who had stage I colorectal cancer, their chances of recovery are far better than people who get diagnosed with the condition at the later stage because this stage is less likely to recur. But, if you have had surgery for metastatic (cancer that has spread to other parts or organs) colorectal cancer, it is important to talk with your oncologist about a follow-up care plan specifically for you.

    What are common after colon cancer surgery side effects?

    Nearly any cancer treatment can cause late effects. And different treatments can cause different late effects. However, late side effects from surgery depend on the type of cancer and where in the body you had surgery.

    Talk to your cancer specialist about any concerns you have about a specific late effect post colon cancer surgery.

    What is the colon cancer surgery survival rate?

    For colon cancer that is diagnosed at a localized stage, the survival rate is 90%. But, if the cancer has spread to surrounding tissues or organs and/or the regional lymph nodes, the 5-year survival rate reduces to about 70%.

    Are there any colon cancer surgery complications?

    Possible risks and side effects of colon cancer surgery depend on several factors, including the extent of the operation and your general health before surgery.

    Common problems during or shortly after the operation can include

    • Bleeding, infection, and blood clots.
    • For the first couple of days, you may not be able to eat, or you may be allowed limited liquids, as the colon needs some time to recover. But most people are able to eat solid food in a matter of few days.
    • Also, sometimes after colon surgery, the bowel takes longer than normal to “wake up” and start working again after the surgery.
    • Rarely, the new connections between the ends of the colon may not hold together and may leak. This causes severe pain, fever, and the belly to feel very hard. Even a small leak can lead to an infection, and more surgery may be needed to fix it.
    • Post surgery, you might develop scar tissue in your abdomen that can cause organs or tissues to stick together. It is called adhesions and can cause pain and swelling in the belly that gets worse after eating.

    Is there any specific colon cancer surgery recovery diet?

    After your surgery you can start eating a healthy and well-balanced diet. You may even resume eating your usual foods, unless you have been given any specific instructions by your doctor. If you have a poor appetite, get in touch with your cancer specialist or nutritionist.

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