Rectal Cancer
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Rectal cancer is a malignant tumor that originates in the rectum, the final portion of the large intestine that connects with the anus. It usually develops from prior growths in the intestinal wall.
Common symptoms: It may show up with changes in bowel habits, blood in the stool, a sensation of incomplete evacuation, abdominal discomfort, or unexplained weight loss.
When to see a doctor? It is advisable to seek care in the face of rectal bleeding, persistent changes in bowel movements, or as part of the preventive studies recommended according to age and history.
Which specialist treats it? The radiation oncologist and the radiation therapist take part in treatment with radiation therapy, within a management that is usually multidisciplinary. Assessing any persistent digestive symptom in a timely way with a professional makes it possible to guide the appropriate workup.
Data on 90 doctors who treat rectal cancer
Which specialist treats rectal cancer?
Rectal cancer is a malignant tumor that originates in the final part of the large intestine. A radiation oncologist is the specialist who provides radiotherapy treatment for this type of cancer. If you have a rectal cancer diagnosis and need radiotherapy, see this specialist.
Treatment by city
Doctors specialized in rectal cancer
Dr. Rodrigo Armando Vigueras Santiago
Dr. Vicente de Jesus Flores Lopez
Dr. Jacqueline Montero Schwarz
Dr. Maria Fernanda Frausto Mendoza
Dr. Karla Escobedo Vázquez
Dr. Norma Ilse Garcia González
Dr. Héctor Garza Blizzard
Dr. Gilberto Morales Salgado
Dr. Andrea Avila Martinez
Dr. Jorge Alberto Carmona Meza
Dr. Oscar Yair Nava Garcia
Dr. Dharely Raquel Cid Sanchez
Dr. Dharely Raquel Cid Sanchez
Dr. Esmirna Arlette Pantoja Alcocer
Dr. Sandra Briseida Hernández León
Dr. Flor Corona
Dr. Valery Fabiola Lerma Torres
Dr. Bernardo Velazquez Pallares
Dr. Gloria Nayeli Vega Hernández
Dr. Iran Pardo
Frequently asked questions
What is rectal cancer?
Rectal cancer is a malignant tumor that originates in the rectum, the final portion of the large intestine that connects with the anus. It usually develops from prior growths in the intestinal wall.
Which doctor treats rectal cancer?
Rectal cancer is a malignant tumor that originates in the final part of the large intestine. A radiation oncologist is the specialist who provides radiotherapy treatment for this type of cancer. If you have a rectal cancer diagnosis and need radiotherapy, see this specialist.