Im 15, and I have been constipated since I was very young, I dont go very often to the washroom. Would I have colon cancer?Is it possible to have colon cancer at a young age?
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It's possible but VERY rare. It's most likely just how your body is made. Try adding alot of fiber to your diet and lots of natural sugars like fruits. Also apple juice helps a great deal! If you feel like you have a problem that needs medical attention, by all means, see a doctor but most likely you don't have cancer : )
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Large intestine is known as colon. It is a lower part of our digestive system. It is an approximately four feet long and tube shaped organ. Colon cancer is a disease in which cancer cells generates in the colon. The rectum is the last part of the colon adjoining to the anus. The large intestine (colon) is part of the body's digestive system. The digestive system removes and process nutrients from foods and passes waste substance out of the body. The digestive systems have four parts: esophagus, stomach, small intestine and large intestine (colon). First four to six feet long part of large intestine is called Colon. The last 6 inches are the rectum and the anal canal. The anal canal ends at the anus. Symptoms of Colon Cancer: Colon cancer in primary stage, don’t show the any symptom. Symptoms of the colon cancer depend on the types, stage and location. Signs and symptoms of Colon cancer include: A change in the constancy of stool Blood in stool Cramps, gas or pain Pain with a bowel movement A sensitivity that your bowel doesn't vacant completely Weakness or tiredness Weight loss
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People can have cancer at any age, even babies get it. But cancer is rare in young people & you don't really have any obvious sign. like bleeding which would be a concern. Being constipated can be a problem but dietary changes might help as could taking a stool softened like colace (over the counter pill) daily which might help regulate you.Unless you have other symptoms, like stomach pains & vomiting though, I doubt that cancer is your problem. Stop worrying & try to adjust your diet or try the colace & see if it helps. Good luck.
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