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Wang Kun
Surgical Oncology
About me
Suzhou City Hospital, Oncology Department, Chief Physician, has been engaged in clinical work in oncology for many years and has rich experience in the diagnosis and treatment of oncological diseases.
Proficient in diseases
Specializes in common tumor diseases such as pancreatic cancer, nasopharyngeal cancer, bladder cancer, cervical cancer, prostate cancer, ovarian cancer, kidney cancer, thyroid cancer, and lymphoma.
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How is esophageal cancer treated if it has not spread?
If esophageal cancer is clinically assessed as not having spread, surgical treatment is the first choice for patients. Since esophageal cancer surgery is a major operation, it is recommended that patients undergo surgery in a specialized hospital. Of course, for some older patients with poor cardiopulmonary function, if the pathology is squamous cell carcinoma, it is advisable to consider radiotherapy, because this tumor is relatively sensitive to radiation and often achieves better clinical outcomes. However, compared to surgical resection, the effects might be less favorable. For patients in generally good condition, surgery combined with radiation therapy can reduce the likelihood of postoperative recurrence and metastasis.
Does uterine fibroids cause high CRP?
Normal uterine fibroids do not cause an increase in CRP. CRP is an indicator of systemic inflammatory response. Only when a patient experiences infection, rupture, or acute systemic inflammatory reactions will it cause a rise in tumor markers. Uterine fibroids often do not exhibit these symptoms; therefore, most cases will not show an increase in CRP. However, in some patients, infection or rupture, and even malignancy, can lead to an increase in these indicators. Patients should undergo relevant imaging studies to assess the size and location of the uterine fibroids, as well as the presence of uterine bleeding.
Can uterine fibroids be inherited?
Uterine fibroids are common benign tumors clinically, with a prevalence rate of 20%-40% among women, approximately 20% of which are hereditary. Most tumors do not show clear clinical symptoms, so patients need not worry too much even after the tumors develop. However, some patients may experience increased menstrual flow, prolonged menstrual cycles, or even symptoms such as anemia, abdominal pain, and bloating. In such cases, surgical removal may be considered, which is a routine procedure in clinical settings, so patients should not be overly concerned.