World Cancer Day: Digestive Cancer Prevention | Dr Avinash Tank, Ahmedabad

World Cancer Day: Digestive Cancer Prevention | Dr Avinash Tank, Ahmedabad. Expert Gastrointestinal Cancer Care at Dwarika Gastro Super-Speciality Hospital, Ahmedabad

Cancer of the digestive system is rapidly increasing in India, but the most powerful truth is this: many digestive organ cancers are preventable.

On World Cancer Day (4th February), Dwarika Gastro Super-Speciality Hospital, Ahmedabad, under the expert guidance of Dr. Avinash Tank, aims to spread awareness about preventable causes and early prevention of digestive cancers affecting the liver, pancreas, gall bladder, esophagus, stomach, and colon.

Digestive Organ Cancers: A Rising Health Concern in India

Digestive system cancers are often diagnosed late because early symptoms are subtle. At Dwarika Gastro Super-Speciality Hospital, we commonly see cancers involving:

• Liver
• Pancreas
• Gall bladder
• Esophagus (food pipe)
• Stomach
• Colon & rectum

With the right awareness, lifestyle changes, and screening, a large percentage of these cancers can be prevented or detected early.

1. Liver Cancer – Prevention Starts Early

Most Common Preventable Causes

• Chronic Hepatitis B & C infection
• Alcohol-related liver disease
• Fatty liver disease due to obesity & diabetes
• Liver cirrhosis
• Consumption of fungus-contaminated food grains

Prevention of Liver Cancer

At Dwarika Gastro Super-Speciality Hospital, Ahmedabad, Dr. Avinash Tank emphasizes:

✔ Hepatitis B vaccination

✔ Early diagnosis and treatment of Hepatitis B & C

✔ Control of diabetes and fatty liver disease

✔ Avoidance of alcohol

✔ Regular liver check-ups for high-risk patients

2. Pancreatic Cancer – Lifestyle-Linked but Preventable

Common Preventable Causes

• Smoking and tobacco use
• Chronic pancreatitis
• Long-standing uncontrolled diabetes
• Obesity and physical inactivity

Prevention of Pancreatic Cancer

✔ Complete tobacco cessation

✔ Maintain healthy body weight

✔ Strict blood sugar control

✔ Avoid excessive alcohol

✔ Early treatment of pancreatic disorders

3. Gall Bladder Cancer – Common in North India

Preventable Causes

• Long-standing gallstones
• Chronic gall bladder inflammation
• Obesity and unhealthy diet

Prevention of Gall Bladder Cancer

✔ Early evaluation of gallstones

✔ Timely laparoscopic gall bladder surgery when indicated

✔ Healthy diet and weight management

✔ Regular ultrasound follow-up

Dwarika Gastro Super-Speciality Hospital is a referral center for gall bladder disease and minimally invasive surgery in Ahmedabad.

4. Esophageal (Food Pipe) Cancer

Preventable Causes

• Tobacco chewing and smoking
• Alcohol consumption
• Very hot beverages
• Long-standing acid reflux (GERD)

Prevention of Esophageal Cancer

✔ Stop tobacco in all forms

✔ Limit alcohol intake

✔ Treat acidity and GERD early

✔ Avoid very hot tea or coffee

✔ Endoscopic screening in high-risk individuals

5. Stomach (Gastric) Cancer

Preventable Causes

• Helicobacter pylori infection
• High salt, smoked, and processed food intake
• Smoking
• Poor food hygiene

Prevention of Stomach Cancer

✔ Testing and eradication of H. pylori

✔ Reduced intake of salty and processed foods

✔ Fresh, hygienic home-cooked meals

✔ Early endoscopy for persistent symptoms

6. Colon & Rectal Cancer – Screening Saves Lives

Preventable Causes

• Low-fiber diet
• Obesity and sedentary lifestyle
• Smoking and alcohol
• Family history

Prevention of Colon Cancer

✔ High-fiber diet rich in fruits and vegetables

✔ Regular physical activity

✔ Maintain ideal body weight

✔ Screening colonoscopy after 45–50 years

✔ Early screening for high-risk individuals

Advanced colonoscopy and colorectal cancer screening services are available at Dwarika Gastro Super-Speciality Hospital, Ahmedabad.

Common Preventable Risk Factors Across Digestive Cancers

🚫 Tobacco use

🚫 Alcohol abuse

🚫 Obesity

🚫 Poor dietary habits

🚫 Untreated infections

🚫 Ignoring early warning signs

Early Warning Signs You Should Never Ignore

• Unexplained weight loss
• Persistent abdominal pain
• Difficulty in swallowing
• Blood in stool or black stools
• Persistent acidity or vomiting
• Yellowing of eyes or skin

Early diagnosis can be life-saving.

World Cancer Day Message from Dr. Avinash Tank

“Most digestive organ cancers can be prevented through lifestyle modification, vaccination, timely screening, and early treatment. Awareness and early action are the strongest weapons against cancer.”

Why Choose Dwarika Gastro Super-Speciality Hospital, Ahmedabad?

✔ Expert care by Dr. Avinash Tank

✔ Advanced endoscopy & colonoscopy facilities

✔ Comprehensive liver, pancreas & GI cancer screening

✔ Minimally invasive and laparoscopic surgical care

✔ Patient-centric, ethical, and evidence-based treatment

Take a Step Towards Cancer Prevention Today

On this World Cancer Day, protect yourself and your family with timely consultation and preventive screening.

📍 Dwarika Gastro Super-Speciality Hospital, Ahmedabad

👨‍⚕️ Consultant Gastroenterologist: Dr. Avinash Tank

Because prevention today ensures a healthier tomorrow.

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