خطر سرطان روده در بیماران کرون و کولیت اولسروز

بیماران مبتلا به Crohn’s disease و Ulcerative colitis، به‌ویژه افرادی که روده بزرگ‌شون درگیر شده (که بهش کولیت کرون هم می‌گن) ممکنه در معرض ریسک بالاتری برای ابتلا به سرطان کولورکتال قرار بگیرند.

این خطر با گذشت ۸ تا ۱۰ سال از ابتلا به inflammatory bowel disease افزایش پیدا می‌کنه. Continuous inflammation of the intestine causes rapid turnover of cells and this can increase the risk of cellular disorders and eventually cancer. Although the majority of patients with Crohn's disease or ulcerative colitis never develop colorectal cancer, early detection of cancer increases the probability of successful treatment. Remember, if you do your follow-up with the right doctor, this possibility is really low!!

Colorectal cancer risk factors include:

1. 8 to 10-year history of Crohn's disease or Ulcerative colitis
2. The rate and severity of intestinal inflammation
3. Primary sclerosing cholangitis
4. Family history of colorectal cancer

prevention; It is the main solution!

To reduce the risk of developing colorectal cancer, there are several important points that you can discuss with Dr. Ali Reza Sima - IBD Specialist at the IBD Center and benefit from Advancing Crohn's & Colitis Care:

Screening recommendations:

Regular tests using colonoscopy can find "precancerous tissue" and "early stage cancer" when it is still treatable. It is recommended that patients do a colonoscopy annually or every 2 years; Especially if 8 years or more have passed since the symptoms of the disease. It is much easier to find signs of cancer when the inflammation of the disease is controlled and the bowel preparation is done well.

Reduction of risk factors:

Be sure to follow up regularly with your gastroenterologist.

Make a list of your symptoms and changes and consult your doctor about them during your visit to the clinic.

Take your medicines on time to control the inflammation.

If you have a family history of colorectal cancer, be sure to inform your doctor.

Exercise and have a healthy diet.

By following these tips and working with an IBD Specialist like Dr. Alireza Sima, you can benefit from advanced Crohn's treatment and advanced ulcerative colitis treatment and live a healthier life. Always remember that prevention is the best way to manage inflammatory bowel disease.

Cheers!