Colon cancer develops in the inner lining of colon, i.e., large intestine. It is caused by precancerous colon polyps. While it mainly affects those over 50, cases in younger adults (20–49) are rising.

Colon cancer develops in the inner lining of colon, i.e., large intestine. It is caused by precancerous colon polyps. While it mainly affects those over 50, cases in younger adults (20–49) are rising.

 Abdominal Pain Frequent abdominal cramps or pain with no cause could be an indication. Many mistake this by bowel syndrome but if the pain persists even after remedies this a concern.

 Abdominal Pain Frequent abdominal cramps or pain with no cause could be an indication. Many mistake this by bowel syndrome but if the pain persists even after remedies this a concern.

 Unexplained Weight Loss Noticeable drop in your body weight without trying can be a symptom.

 Unexplained Weight Loss Noticeable drop in your body weight without trying can be a symptom.

 Bloated Stomach An enlarged abdomen or persistent bloating that lasts for extended period may indicate colon cancer

 Bloated Stomach An enlarged abdomen or persistent bloating that lasts for extended period may indicate colon cancer

 Change in Bowel Habits Persistent constipation or diarrhea or alternating patterns in bowel movements.

 Change in Bowel Habits Persistent constipation or diarrhea or alternating patterns in bowel movements.

Blood in Stool Presence of blood in stool can indicate bleeding in the colon or spectrum.

Blood in Stool Presence of blood in stool can indicate bleeding in the colon or spectrum.

 Iron Deficiency The chronic bleeding in the colon can lead to iron deficiency.

 Iron Deficiency The chronic bleeding in the colon can lead to iron deficiency.

Fatigue or Weakness General feeling of tiredness can be attributed to various causes including anemia.

Fatigue or Weakness General feeling of tiredness can be attributed to various causes including anemia.

 Vomiting Extreme tendency of throwing up, especially when accompanied by other digestive symptoms can be a sign

 Vomiting Extreme tendency of throwing up, especially when accompanied by other digestive symptoms can be a sign

Focus on a combination of healthy lifestyle choices and regular screenings. Maintain a healthy weight, eat nutrient rich food and avoid tobacco and alcohol consumption.

Focus on a combination of healthy lifestyle choices and regular screenings. Maintain a healthy weight, eat nutrient rich food and avoid tobacco and alcohol consumption.

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