2 days ago my uncle was diagnosed with colon cancer. Even though yesterday he left to go get the best medical treatment he can get, I;ve been told by some that he maybe only have 6mths to a year to live and the mortality rate for cancer is the worst with colon cancer. Thanks.
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its a dangerous disease
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The colon is the part of the digestive system where the waste material is stored. The rectum is the end of the colon adjacent to the anus. Together, they form a long, muscular tube called the large intestine (also known as the large bowel). Tumors of the colon and rectum are growths arising from the inner wall of the large intestine. Benign tumors of the large intestine are called polyps. Malignant tumors of the large intestine are called cancers. Benign polyps do not invade nearby tissue or spread to other parts of the body. Benign polyps can be easily removed during colonoscopy, and are not life threatening. If benign polyps are not removed from the large intestine, they can become malignant (cancerous) over time. Most of the cancers of the large intestine are believed to have developed from polyps. Cancer of the colon and rectum (also referred to as colorectal cancer) can invade and damage adjacent tissues and organs. Cancer cells can also break away and spread to other parts of the body (such as liver and lung) where new tumors form. The spread of colon cancer to distant organs is called metastasis of the colon cancer. Once metastasis has occurred in colorectal cancer, a complete cure of the cancer is unlikely.Globally, cancer of the colon and rectum is the third leading cause of cancer in males and the fourth leading cause of cancer in females. The frequency of colorectal cancer varies around the world. It is common in the Western world, and is rare in Asia and Africa. In countries where the people have adopted western diets, the incidence of colorectal cancer is increasing.
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If he was only diagnosed two days ago, it is inhuman for them to say he only has a short time to live. He would surely have to have more tests to see the extent of the cancer and he would have to have treatment. If caught early, many cancers, including bowel cancer can be cured. Do not listen to other people who doom-monger. Listen to the doctor and try to give your uncle lots of support at this difficult time. All the best to you and your family.
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My best friend died of it in 1993. It was one of the most horrible times of my life, watching him just waste away and die a painful death. He only lived about a year from the time that it was diagnosed. But don't give up hope, since many do beat it as well. I also know a lady at my church who is healthy now after having it four years ago.
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