From early detection through screening colonoscopy to specialized surgical treatment — comprehensive, compassionate colorectal cancer care in Rawalpindi.
Colorectal cancer develops in the colon or rectum, most often starting as a small precancerous growth called a polyp. Detected early — through screening, before symptoms appear — colorectal cancer is highly treatable. Detected late, it becomes far harder to cure, which is why screening and prompt evaluation of warning symptoms matter as much as treatment itself.
Dr. Asad provides both ends of this care pathway from one clinic: screening and diagnostic colonoscopy to catch problems early, and specialized surgical treatment when cancer is found — including alongside his broader colorectal practice, which is most widely known for high-volume piles (hemorrhoid) and anorectal care.
Screening is generally recommended from age 45-50 onward, or earlier for anyone with a family history of colorectal cancer or polyps, a personal history of inflammatory bowel disease, unexplained rectal bleeding, unexplained weight loss, or persistent changes in bowel habits.
When cancer is diagnosed, Dr. Asad provides specialized surgical oncology focused on complete, precise tumor removal while preserving normal bowel and sphincter function wherever possible:
Screening is the single most effective tool against colorectal cancer — most cancers develop slowly from polyps that can be found and removed years before they would ever cause symptoms.
Looking for anorectal diagnostic testing outside of cancer screening — such as investigating rectal bleeding or bowel symptoms more generally? Visit our Diagnostic Services page.
Every patient receives a clear, unhurried explanation of their diagnosis, staging, and all appropriate treatment options. Dr. Asad prioritizes minimally invasive laparoscopic techniques and sphincter-preserving surgery wherever it is oncologically safe to do so, with treatment plans built around each patient's specific tumor characteristics, overall health, and personal preferences.
Recovery varies significantly with the extent of surgery — the ranges below are general guidance, discussed in detail for each individual case.
Hospital stay for monitoring, pain control, and gradual return to eating and walking after colon or rectal surgery.
Progressive return to normal activity; further treatment (if needed) is planned in coordination with oncology colleagues.
Structured surveillance — follow-up colonoscopy and monitoring — to watch for recurrence or new polyps over time.
Average-risk individuals are generally advised to begin screening around age 45-50. Screening should start earlier — often a decade before the age a close relative was diagnosed — for those with a family history of colorectal cancer or polyps, or with inflammatory bowel disease.
A thin, flexible camera examines the full length of the colon under sedation, allowing Dr. Asad to detect and remove precancerous polyps in the same session. The procedure itself typically takes 20-40 minutes, with most of the appointment time spent on bowel preparation and recovery from sedation.
No. Most colon polyps are benign, but certain types (adenomas) can become cancerous over years if left in place. Removing them during colonoscopy is one of the most effective ways to prevent colorectal cancer from developing.
Persistent changes in bowel habits, rectal bleeding, unexplained weight loss, abdominal pain, or unexplained anemia should be evaluated promptly. Many early-stage colorectal cancers cause no symptoms at all, which is why screening at the recommended age is important even without symptoms.
Not always. Modern techniques such as total mesorectal excision (TME) are designed to preserve the sphincter and bowel continuity whenever the tumor's location and stage allow it. When a stoma is needed, it is often temporary to protect healing, with reversal planned later — each case is assessed individually.
Whether you need a screening colonoscopy or are seeking treatment for a diagnosis, Dr. Asad is here to help.
