Colon and rectal cancer treatment options
Deciding on the best colorectal cancer treatment option.
Understanding the various treatment options used for colon or rectal cancer will
help you take a more active role in discussing your treatment plan with your healthcare
team.
The type of treatment that a doctor recommends will depend on the stage of a person’s
cancer.
The 4 main types of treatment for colorectal cancer are:
Surgery
Radiation therapy
Chemotherapy
Other treatments
Depending on the stage of cancer, a combination of treatments may be used, or used
one after the other.
In this section you’ll find information on when each of these treatments may be
recommended, and what a particular treatment involves.
Managing colorectal cancer treatment.
Some treatments for colon and rectal cancer may cause side effects.
So when you’re undergoing treatment, it’s always important to remember that you
can get help. At CancerInformation.com you’ll get advice and support.
Get suggestions for managing side effects