colon cancer Archives - Healthhype https://healthhype.com/tag/colon-cancer Current Health Articles on Symptoms, Diseases and Treatment Sun, 16 Sep 2018 22:25:54 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://healthhype.com/wp-content/uploads/logoicon.png colon cancer Archives - Healthhype https://healthhype.com/tag/colon-cancer 32 32 10 High Risk Factors For Colon (Colorectal) Cancer https://healthhype.com/10-high-risk-factors-for-colon-colorectal-cancer.html https://healthhype.com/10-high-risk-factors-for-colon-colorectal-cancer.html#respond Mon, 27 Jan 2014 22:59:54 +0000 http://www.healthhype.com/?p=26247 Colon cancer, or colorectal cancer, is where a malignant tumor develops in the large intestine, specifically the colon and rectum but may also include the appendix and anus. It is the third most common cancer in men and women and the second most common cause of cancer-related deaths in the United States. Colon cancer has become so much of a concern in recent times that individuals who are over 50 years of age are advised to screen for it with even the slightest change in bowel habit. However, in the early stages of colon cancer there may be no symptoms. The more risk factors you have, the greater your risk of developing colon cancer. Even if you have experienced no change in bowel habit, routine screening may still be advisable solely based on the number of risk factors that you have. Most people are not aware of the top 10 risk factors for colon cancer. It is this lack of knowledge that contributes to delayed testing for colon cancer when symptoms arise and avoiding routine screening even without any symptoms being present. Being Older Than 50 Years Many diseases are more likely to develop as you get older and the [...]

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]]> https://healthhype.com/10-high-risk-factors-for-colon-colorectal-cancer.html/feed 0 Cancer of the Colon and Rectum – Screening, Diagnosis, Staging https://healthhype.com/cancer-of-the-colon-and-rectum-screening-diagnosis-staging.html https://healthhype.com/cancer-of-the-colon-and-rectum-screening-diagnosis-staging.html#respond Sat, 30 Apr 2011 08:52:15 +0000 http://www.healthhype.com/?p=16712 A detailed medical history with special attention to family history of colon cancer, adenomatous polyps, or inflammatory bowel disease are important factors to identifying candidates for screening.  Clinical features, physical examination, laboratory and radiological tests are essential tools for a diagnosis of colon cancer. Diagnosis of Colon Cancer Physical Examination Abdominal examination may reveal a mass. Per rectal examination may show bright red blood in left-sided colonic cancers or black tarry stool (melena) in right-sided colon cancers. Digital rectal examination helps in identifying rectal cancers and also the extent of cancer growth in rectum. Metastatic colon cancer may be associated with lymph node enlargement, liver enlargement, or jaundice. Lab Tests Blood tests may reveal iron-deficiency anemia, electrolyte imbalance or elevated levels of liver enzymes associated with colon cancer and related complications. A fecal occult blood test (FOBT) may be done to detect any minute blood loss in feces. These findings are of supportive value in diagnosis of colon cancer. Carcinoembryonic antigen (CEA) levels may be elevated in colon cancer patients. This is usually used in evaluation of recurrence in post-operative colon cancer patients. CA19-9 and CA 242 are other biomarkers that are also useful. Scans and Scopes Colonoscopy is the [...]

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]]> https://healthhype.com/cancer-of-the-colon-and-rectum-screening-diagnosis-staging.html/feed 0 Inherited and Acquired Risk Factors for Rectal and Colon Cancer https://healthhype.com/inherited-and-acquired-risk-factors-for-rectal-and-colon-cancer.html https://healthhype.com/inherited-and-acquired-risk-factors-for-rectal-and-colon-cancer.html#respond Thu, 28 Apr 2011 10:16:46 +0000 http://www.healthhype.com/?p=14943 Who is at risk of developing colon cancer? The development of colorectal cancer is complex interplay of  acquired and inherited factors. It should be noted that not every person with one or more of the risk factors will develop cancer of the colon and/or rectum. High risk patients, however, should be vigilant, undergo routine screening and undertake any lifestyle measures that may reduce the risk. Age The most important risk factor is age. The peak age of incidence is 60 to 79 years of age. The epidemiological studies show that there is a 0.5 to 2% chance that an unscreened individual aged above 50 years may have colon cancer and there is also a similar chance for carcinoma-in-situ of the colon (precancerous stage). The same group has 7 to 10% chance of harboring large adenomatous polyps of the colon, which can turn malignant in some individuals. Lifestyle and dietary factors High Calorie and Low Fat High calorie consumption and obesity are found to increase the risk of colon cancer by two-fold in men. The modern western diet which is rich in fat and deficient in fiber is strongly associated with cancer of colon and countries where these dietary habits are [...]

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]]> https://healthhype.com/inherited-and-acquired-risk-factors-for-rectal-and-colon-cancer.html/feed 0 Signs of Colon Cancer (Colorectal Cancer) https://healthhype.com/signs-of-colon-cancer-colorectal-cancer.html https://healthhype.com/signs-of-colon-cancer-colorectal-cancer.html#respond Fri, 24 Jun 2016 23:47:57 +0000 http://www.healthhype.com/?p=31689 With cancer being the second most common cause of death in the United States, every person needs to be aware of this killer disease. It affects children, adolescents and adults although the elderly are at a greater risk. Among the different types of cancers, colorectal cancer is the third most deadly cancer among Americans. It causes close to 50,000 deaths a year in the USA. Colon cancer is a malignant (cancerous) growth in the colon of the large intestine. Since this type of cancer also occurs in the rectum which lies next to the colon, it is collectively referred to as colorectal cancer. This type of cancer usually arises as polyps in the cancer or rectum. Most of the time it arises from the cells of the colon and rectum which are responsible for producing mucus and other fluids. These cancers are known as adenocarcinmas. How To Spot Colon Cancer? The only way to conclusively identify colorectal cancer is to undego diagnostic investigations that can confirm the presence of a cancerous growth. One of the most effective and conclusive methods is to take a tissue sample of the growth (biopsy) and examine it under a microscope. Other investigations can help [...]

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]]> https://healthhype.com/signs-of-colon-cancer-colorectal-cancer.html/feed 0 6 Signs of Bowel Cancer (Small or Large Intestines) https://healthhype.com/6-signs-of-bowel-cancer-small-or-large-intestines.html https://healthhype.com/6-signs-of-bowel-cancer-small-or-large-intestines.html#respond Mon, 12 Sep 2016 23:08:19 +0000 http://www.healthhype.com/?p=31931 Bowel cancer is one of the more dreaded types of cancer these days as it is the second most common cancer that can affect men and women and among the deadliest. The term bowel refers to the intestines, both the small and large intestines. Overall small intestine cancer is rare compared to cancer of the colon and/or rectum (large intestine). Therefore most people refer to the large intestine and colorectal cancer specifically when they talk about bowel cancer. How To Spot Bowel Cancer There are many signs and symptoms that arise with bowel cancer. These symptoms can be due to many different bowel conditions. For example, rectal bleeding may be seen with inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) or hemorrhoids (piles). Therefore depending on the symptoms alone is not a reliable way to diagnose bowel cancer. Furthermore, in the early stages there may be little to no symptoms. Diagnostic investigation should be done to spot bowel cancer. This includes investigations like a colonoscopy which allows for the area to be visualized. Tissue samples can also be collected (biopsy) for further examination. People who are at high risk of bowel cancer should undergo these routine screening investigations on a regular basis.  Overall it [...]

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]]> https://healthhype.com/6-signs-of-bowel-cancer-small-or-large-intestines.html/feed 0 How To Prevent Colon Cancer (Foods, Lifestyle, Supplements) https://healthhype.com/how-to-prevent-colon-cancer-foods-lifestyle-supplements.html https://healthhype.com/how-to-prevent-colon-cancer-foods-lifestyle-supplements.html#respond Sun, 23 Oct 2016 23:50:56 +0000 http://www.healthhype.com/?p=32112 Colon cancer is one of the leading causes of cancer-related deaths globally. In the United States, it is the third most common type of cancer in both males and females. The cancer tends to affect the lower parts of the colon and the rectum is also involved. Therefore colon cancer is jointly referred to as colorectal cancer. To some extent, colon cancer is preventable and this can be achieved with a few simple dietary and lifestyle changes. Prevention of Colon Cancer Any person of any age can develop colon cancer. However, it is more likely to occur in people with certain risk factors. These risk factors are modifiable (meaning that it can be changed) or non-modifiable (where it cannot be changed). Non-modifiable risk factors include advancing age or family history.  People older than 50 years of age are at a greater risk and age cannot be reversed. Similarly a familial predisposition cannot be undone. Read more on high risk factors for colon cancer. Reduce the Risk of Colon Cancer However, the modifiable risk factors can be changed. With most of these risk factors, the change can be done immediately, with no medical intervention and usually with no cost. These modifiable [...]

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]]> https://healthhype.com/how-to-prevent-colon-cancer-foods-lifestyle-supplements.html/feed 0 Colorectal Cancer Types, Symptoms, Colon Location, Spread https://healthhype.com/colorectal-cancers-types-symptoms-by-location-and-spread.html https://healthhype.com/colorectal-cancers-types-symptoms-by-location-and-spread.html#respond Fri, 29 Apr 2011 09:35:27 +0000 http://www.healthhype.com/?p=16691 What is colorectal cancer? Colon cancer is a malignant tumor of the large intestine and is sometimes referred to as colorectal cancer. The latter is a broader term that refers to the cancers arising from the gastrointestinal tract extending from the cecum to the distal extension of colon and the rectum. Almost 95% of the malignant tumors in the colon are adenocarcinomas and many are believed to progress from adenomatous polyps with dysplasia to colon cancer. Colon polyps are most common benign tumors of large intestine. How Common is Colon Cancer? Colon cancer is one of the most common cancers in developed countries like the United States, Canada, Australia, New Zealand, and certain European nations with an intermediate incidence in nations like the United Kingdom. In contrast, developing countries have a fairly low incidence but this has been changing as a westernized diet and lifestyle is adopted in certain nations. The annual incidence of colon cancer is about 800,000 globally of which about 150,000 of the new cases are reported from the US. The number of deaths related to colon cancer globally is about 450,000 annually and that in the United States is about 50,000. The deaths from colon cancer [...]

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