Bowel cancer occurs when abnormal cells develop in the colon or rectum, often starting as a small polyp. Screening frequently detects it early, and understanding the diagnosis helps patients feel more at ease as they move into treatment with Mr Mathew Jacob.
Understanding the Condition
Bowel cancer may cause bleeding, changes in bowel habits or abdominal discomfort, but many people experience no symptoms at all. Early identification greatly improves outcomes. Meeting with Mr Mathew Jacob allows you to understand the condition clearly and learn the next steps in investigation and management.
Typical symptoms include rectal bleeding, unexplained anaemia, new bowel habit changes, abdominal pain or weight loss. Some people have no symptoms, which is why screening is encouraged.
When should I seek help?
If you experience persistent bleeding, altered bowel habits or have an abnormal screening result, a referral to Mr Mathew Jacob allows timely investigation and treatment planning.
Know More About What We Offer
Mr Mathew Jacob provides a detailed assessment including consultation, examination, imaging and colonoscopy where required. If bowel cancer is confirmed, he offers tailored treatment pathways, including minimally invasive colorectal surgery when suitable.
Robotic Surgery
Robotic surgery uses advanced technology for precise, minimally invasive procedures, often allowing smaller incisions and faster recovery. Mr Mathew Jacob is an experienced robotic surgeon and console accredited with the da Vinci XI Robotic System and supervises other surgeons starting their robotic journey (formally known as Proctorship) sharing his expertise to ensure safe, effective use of this advanced technology.
General surgery includes abdominal, gastrointestinal and soft-tissue conditions, along with endoscopic investigations including gastroscopy, colonoscopy and polypectomy.
Colorectal surgery covers conditions of the colon, rectum and anus, as well as endoscopic procedures such as colonoscopy, polypectomy and haemorrhoid banding. Patients may need assessment for bleeding, changes in bowel habits, anal pain, or when screening identifies a concerning finding.
Everyone’s “normal” is different, but if you’re experiencing anything unusual or new, please speak with your GP and discuss whether a referral to Mr Mathew Jacob is appropriate. We need to receive all referrals before arranging consultations. If you have any questions about this process, our team is always here to help.
