The key issues about this problem of Abdominal Cancer needs to be understood. They are as follows:
1. Lack of Awareness
People are hardly aware of Abdominal Cancer, its types and its life threatening consequences. This is the reason for delayed diagnosis & treatment.
2. Delayed Presentation to the Specialist
Lack of awareness leads to delayed presentation of patient to the specialist doctor.
3. Delay in Early Detection
Abdominal Cancers can be treated effectively when diagnosed in the early stages. But unfortunately, due to a lack of awareness and delayed presentation, early diagnosis is not possible in the majority of people, making it difficult to cure.
4. Loss of life due to Delayed Diagnosis
Delayed Diagnosis of cancer in its later stages (3 & 4) reduces the chances of survival. That is why it is advised to rush to a Gastroenterology specialist like people rush to a cardiologist in case of chest pain.
5. Diagnosis in Late Stages of Cancer
Diagnosing Cancer in its late stages is the worst scenario a person can encounter. It increases risk to life, prolonged treatment, higher cost and chances of recurrence.
6. Obesity
Obesity is one of the major causes that lead to Abdominal Cancer. Maintaining a Healthy Diet and keeping a close check on your weight is important to avoid the risk of cancer.
7. Unhealthy Lifestyle Habits
Unhealthy and processed food, poor sleep routine and lack of physical activity contribute to obesity which increases the risk of Abdominal Cancer.
8. People’s Mindset
People are still terrified of the word ‘Cancer’, making it difficult for them to accept the disease and go for treatment. Hence, there is a need to spread right information that it is curable if diagnosed early.
Overcoming these key issues can drop the ratio of cancer deaths caused due to Abdominal Cancer. Hence, Abdominal Cancer Day is an initiative to resolve these key issues and increase the survival rate with early diagnosis & effective curative treatment.