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Gastrointestinal Stromal Tumors (GISTs): Understanding a Rare but Treatable Cancer

Gastrointestinal Stromal Tumors (GISTs): Understanding a Rare but Treatable Cancer

No matter what the circumstances, the word “cancer” will always evoke thoughts of unprecedented fear.  GIST (Gastrointestinal Stromal Tumors) have a rarer type of cancer, but it is evolving because of emerging scientific technologies. However, its rareness is balanced by the factit’s easier to treat when diagnosed early. Thanks to grater access to modern day...

Gastrointestinal Cancers: Symptoms, Diagnosis, and Treatment Options

Gastrointestinal Cancers: Symptoms, Diagnosis, and Treatment Options

Cancer can be a life-altering diagnosis, and gastrointestinal (GI) cancers are among the most frequent types. They include cancers of the esophagus, stomach, liver, pancreas, colon and rectum. Awareness about the symptoms, ways of diagnosis and possible treatment plans will help the patients and the families to make informed strategic decisions towards their health. What Are Gastrointestinal Cancers? GI...