Tuesday, February 12, 2013

Am I worrying too much about colon cancer

Am I worrying too much about colon cancer?
Over the past 4 months, I've had a range of different bowel movements. Some have been fat and roundish; others have been thin and flat. Would I be seeing that range if you had colon cancer. So is it a problem if I went from not being able to #### for a day, to have something like but not really direria? I normally #### at once a day... Abdominal distension: Nope Abdominal pain: Nope Unexplained, persistent nausea or vomiting: Nope Unexplained weight loss: Nope Change in frequency or character of stool (bowel movements): nope Small-caliber (narrow) or ribbon-like stools: I dont' think so? Sensation of incomplete evacuation after a bowel movement: Nope Rectal pain: Nope Age. About 90 percent of people diagnosed with colon cancer are older than 50: I'm 20. A personal history of colorectal cancer or polyps: Not that I know of. Inflammatory intestinal conditions: Nope Inherited disorders that affect the colon: I might have hemmorides, thouh it usually doesn't cause a problem for me. Basiclly it's not active most of the time. Family history of colon cancer and colon polyps: Only my grandma, nobody else even polyps. My parents who are over 50 both got colonoscapes, neither one of them had any polyps. Diet. Colon cancer and rectal cancer may be associated with a diet low in fiber and high in fat and calories: Probably A sedentary lifestyle: Yeah, but do try to get at least a little bit of exercise each day. Diabetes: Nope Obesity: I'm only 135 pounds Smoking. I don't smoke Alcohol: I don't drink Growth hormone disorder: I don't think so. Radiation therapy for cancer: I've never had cancer or anyone in my family except for my granda who was a smoker. Is it just my OCD doing this to me?
Cancer - 3 Answers
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Yes. You have cancer and OCD. Congratuations.
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If you are really worried you should go to your doctor. Better safe than sorry I have OCD aswell and I am constantly worried about if i have something wrong. Try not to get too worked up but if it is getting you worked up and stressed get it checked out. It maybe be nothing or it could be a small problem easily sorted.
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yOUR PROBLEM IS, YOU ARE WORRING ABOUT NOTHING. yOU HAVE ibs= IRRITABLE BOWEL SYNDROME/ sPASTIC COLON. gO TO mAYO CLINIC, AND BRING UP ibs, AND READ IT ,ALL YOUR QUESTIONS WILL BE ANSWERED. iT WILL BE LIKE READING YOUR MEDICAL HISTORY FOR THE PAST YEAR.

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Friday, February 8, 2013

Am I worrying too much about colon cancer

Monday, February 4, 2013

Could I have colon cancer

Could I have colon cancer?
I am 30, almost 31 years old, male and overweight. I have been having some pain in my right side around my gallbladder area for about 4 weeks. My doctor did blood work which ruled out ulcers, an ultrasound which ruled out gall stones and an x-ray which said that I am constipated. However, I have a bowel movement almost every day or at least every other day. I don't struggle to go and have an amount which I'd say is regular and healthy. The x-ray shows that there is some stool that is stuck in my colon and they recommended a high fiber diet and a laxative if necessary. I plan to do what the doctor said, but if she is wrong about the constipation could it be colon cancer? On an x-ray can colon cancer ever be mistaken for constipation? I always thought the risk of colon cancer didn't start until you were in your 50's or so. Am I too young to get colon cancer? I have an appointment with a gastroenterologist in a few weeks, but until then I'd like some peace of mind.
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Im sure the doctor is right. Maybe go to webmd.com There was a guy on ripleys that had like a 50ft colon because he couldnt poop. He suffered from alot of pain and whatnot. Good Luck!
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Unfortunately, there is no such thing as too young for any kind of cancer. I wouldn't freak out though, as it could be something as simple as a bowel blockage (though that isn't any fun). You might be getting some out, but not all. I would go ahead with what your doctor says, try it for two weeks, if it continues go back and let him/her know that you are concerned about cancer. A CT scan can tell you better than an X-ray can. Or an Ultrasound is less harmful, and a lot easier. Being concerned is one thing, being a hypercondriac is another. Don't freak out until you've ruled the easy stuff out. Then don't freak out at all because it won't do you any good. Just relax, do what your doctor said, let them know your concern, and go from there.
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As I'm sure you already know, being overweight puts you at a higher risk for all kinds of things, colon cancer included. However, cancer generally doesn't hurt. If your diet is high in fatty, fried, or dairy products, you could be over-working your gallbladder (for lack of a better word). Try eliminating those from your diet for a few days and see if the pain subsides. (It worked for a friend of mine.) Good luck, hope this helps!
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Colon cancer in mid to advanced stages is fairly easy to detect. It would show a narrowing of the bowel (called an "apple core") that would be obvious to your doctor. It could be servre diverticulitis holding some of the solid wastes in your bowel. If it is diverticulitis you'll will need to start watching your diet; certain foods can cause discomfort (from mild to wild). Go with the laxative for now. If you're going to get colonoscopy you'll get a very powerful laxative anyhow (believe me it flushes everything...EVERYTHING...out!)
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you can't really see colon cancer via x-ray, unless it is way out of hand and out of control (i.e. too late for treatment). I assume since you did not mention it, your temperature is normal ruling out any kind of major infection (thinking payer patches being inflammed). I was younger than you when I had a colonoscopy due to some digestive problems and they did find a pre-cancerous polyp that was removed. I have since had a three year follow up and it was clean. I guess I am trying to say...since it was not seen on x-ray, don't fret the gastroenterologist...if they find something it could be a very good thing and keep you around a long time.
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any ancer can be at any age the docter probaly is right though if you are worried get a 2nd opinion see if exercize fiber and fruits will help ask the doctor

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Friday, February 1, 2013

Am I worrying too much about colon cancer

Am I worrying too much about colon cancer?
Over the past 4 months, I've had a range of different bowel movements. Some have been fat and roundish; others have been thin and flat. Would I be seeing that range if you had colon cancer. I normally #### at once a day... Abdominal distension: Nope Abdominal pain: Nope Unexplained, persistent nausea or vomiting: Nope Unexplained weight loss: Nope Change in frequency or character of stool (bowel movements): nope Small-caliber (narrow) or ribbon-like stools: I dont' think so? Sensation of incomplete evacuation after a bowel movement: Nope Rectal pain: Nope Age. About 90 percent of people diagnosed with colon cancer are older than 50: I'm 20. A personal history of colorectal cancer or polyps: Not that I know of. Inflammatory intestinal conditions: Nope Inherited disorders that affect the colon: I might have hemmorides, thouh it usually doesn't cause a problem for me. Basiclly it's not active most of the time. Family history of colon cancer and colon polyps: Only my grandma, nobody else even polyps. My parents who are over 50 both got colonoscapes, neither one of them had any polyps. Diet. Colon cancer and rectal cancer may be associated with a diet low in fiber and high in fat and calories: Probably A sedentary lifestyle: Yeah, but do try to get at least a little bit of exercise each day. Diabetes: Nope Obesity: I'm only 135 pounds Smoking. I don't smoke Alcohol: I don't drink Growth hormone disorder: I don't think so. Radiation therapy for cancer: I've never had cancer or anyone in my family except for my granda who was a smoker. Is it just my OCD doing this to me?
Cancer - 3 Answers
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Get counseling. Please.
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Yes it probably is your OCD :) ! You are 20 years old and there are no genetic abnormalities in your family. There are no reasons for you to be afraid to have a colorectal cancer. You have a good risk profile, you don't drink or smoke and you at least do some sports. The fact that you do have an unhealthy diet does increase your risk to get a colorectal cancer but you can be quite sure that this will not happen before you are at least 30 or 40. Also remember that a polyp needs about 10 years to become a colorectal cancer which then has the symptoms you mentioned. So the polyp would have started to grow when you where about ten years old. Early symptoms of the polyp would be very black stool or even stool with blood in or on it. There are several other reasons for the different bowel movements. The gastrointestinal tract is very sensitive to all kinds of stimuli. Have you had a lot of stress lately? Maybe because of this? Have you had enough sleep?
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Stop worrying. It's highly unlikely you have colon cancer. A healthy body is going to produce different "styles" of bowel movements based on type of food eaten, activities that day, water intake, minor illness, etc. In other words, some days you are going to have "normal" movements, and some days you are going to have "off" movements. It happens. You're okay.

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Monday, January 28, 2013

Colon cancer or colorectal cancer

Colon cancer or colorectal cancer?
I'm 20 years old,5'9 and 208lb about 2weeks ago i had bright red blood in the stool. when i went for a quick check up and he said it was hemorrhoids. he gave me some ointment for the hemorrhoid and the bleeding stopped after that I had the lose of appetite, constipated, always have gas and wanting to burp and I felt bloated and the feeling something poking me under my belly button. everyday i worry myself I have colon cancer because my dad had polyps before at the age of 40. what could it be. Im kind of terrified it could possibly colon cancer or any other cancer.
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Jayjay - At age 20 years, chances are almost zero that you have colon cancer. At your age, bright red blood on the stool is due to hemorrhoids, and you appear to have been diagnosed and treated correctly. The other symptoms you describe are not those of a cancer. Many or most physicians believe that colon cancer begins ion polyps. For this reason, and because your father had colon cancer, I would advise you to try to visit a gastroenterologist (G-I or gastro-intestinal) physician to have a colonoscopy exam of your large intestine this year to see if there are any polyps in your colon. Thereafter, follow the advice of the G-I physician.,

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Thursday, January 24, 2013

Does anyone know why Cronkhite-Canada syndrome causes colon cancer

Does anyone know why Cronkhite-Canada syndrome causes colon cancer?

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It doesn't really cause cancer. There's been no real study correlating the incidence of cancer to patients with this condition.

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Sunday, January 20, 2013

Colon Cancer Symptoms

Colon Cancer Symptoms?
Hi, I know people may think I'm overreacting, but I'm wondering if I have Colon Cancer. I am 21 yrs of age, and I am really quite fit. However, last august I started getting bright red blood on the toilet paper. So, I went to the Doctor's who said I had piles. I was happy with this diagnosis. However, 4 weeks ago, I started getting constipated; I also felt as though I needed to defecate, but I simply had nothing up there. And when I did manage to go, I felt as though I hadn't completly emptied my bowels upon finishing. I had a very discomforting feeling in my abdomen as well, along with distended abdomen. I am naturally lean, and the distention is very obvious. I sought immediate medical attention. However, was told I would have to wait 6-8 weeks for a Flexible Sigmoidoscopy. I rejected this and am going private. I seen a colon cancer specialist who performed a physical exam, and a Rigid Sigmoidoscopy. He said I had 2nd degree piles and that my abdomen was ''normal''. Since that meeting, which was 3 weeks ago, my bowel habits seem to have retured to normal, and I no longer have the constapation or feeling of my bowels not being fully empty. However, I do still have crazy abdominal distention. Could this be Colon cancer? Thanks (They are intent on giving me a Flexible Sigmoidoscopy and not a Colonoscopy. I have pleaded with them, but they keep rejecting)
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There is always the chance of cancer but at your age, your chances are slim. This sounds like continued constipation because of the abdominal distension. You are not eliminating enough stool each time that you go and you have a full bowel of stool. You need to change your diet to get rid of this problem - lots of fresh fruits and vegetables and dramatically increase your daily water intake. Get the testing done to make sure there is no problem. When you take the prep before this procedure, I'm sure all of these symptoms will go away because your bowel will be completely empty. Go to WebMd and type in "constipation" and read up on the dietary suggestions there and change what you need to change. You can also go to the same website and type in "hemorrhoids" and read up on the care of those.

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Wednesday, January 16, 2013

About Colon Cancer

About Colon Cancer?
My 34 years old sister just had a sugery for colon cancer, the surgon told us that he did not see any suspecious thing while he was operating on her seems like her cancer is stage 3 but the pataology report will assure that by next week ,,but as the surgon said the cancer is just around the colon area did not go no were ...which was a good news... now in a few weeks she will start the chemo ..is there any one with stage 3 colon cancer or any one who knows some one ,,will u please share the experiance,,i can take any idea about my sisters situation what she should do and stuff....thanks
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Topic Overview Is this topic for you? This topic will tell you about the initial testing, diagnosis, and treatment of colorectal cancer. Related Articles Colorectal Cancer, Metastatic or Recurrent - Topic Overview Colorectal Cancer - Treatment Overview Â» More overview Articles If you want to learn about colorectal cancer that has come back or has spread, see the topic Colorectal Cancer, Metastatic or Recurrent. What is colorectal cancer? Colorectal cancer happens when cells that are not normal grow in your colon or rectum. These cells grow together and form tumors. This cancer is also called colon cancer or rectal cancer. It is the third most common cancer in the United States. And it occurs most often in people older than 50. When it is found early, it is easily treated and often cured. But because it usually is not found early, it is the second leading cause of cancer deaths in the United States.1 Fairly simple screening tests can prevent this cancer, but fewer than half of people older than 50 are screened. According to the American Cancer Society, if everyone were tested, tens of thousands of lives could be saved each year. What causes colorectal cancer? Most cases begin as polyps, which are small growths inside the colon or rectum. Colon polyps are very common, and most of them do not turn into cancer. But doctors cannot tell ahead of time which polyps will turn into cancer. This is why people older than 50 need regular tests to find out if they have any polyps and then have them removed. What are the symptoms? Colorectal cancer usually does not cause symptoms until after it has begun to spread. See your doctor if you have any of these symptoms: Pain in the belly. Blood in your stool or very dark stools. A change in your bowel habits, such as more frequent stools or a feeling that your bowels are not emptying completely. How is colorectal cancer diagnosed? If your doctor thinks that you may have this cancer, you will need a test, called a colonoscopy, that lets the doctor see the inside of your entire colon and rectum. During this test, your doctor will remove polyps or take tissue samples from any areas that don't look normal. The tissue will be looked at under a microscope to see if it contains cancer. Sometimes other tests, such as a barium enema or a sigmoidoscopy, are used to diagnose colorectal cancer. How is it treated? Surgery is almost always used to treat colon and rectal cancer. The cancer is easily removed and often cured when it is found early. If the cancer has spread into the wall of the colon or farther, you may also need radiation or chemotherapy. These treatments have side effects, but most people can manage the side effects with medicines or home care. Learning that you have cancer can be upsetting. It may help to talk with your doctor or with other people who have had cancer. Your local American Cancer Society chapter can help you find a support group. How can you prevent colorectal cancer? Screening tests can prevent many cases of colon and rectal cancer. They look for a certain disease or condition before any symptoms appear. Regular screening is advised for most people age 50 and older. If you have a family history of this cancer, you may need to begin screening earlier than that. These are the most common screening tests: Fecal occult blood test. You smear a small sample of your stool on a special card and send it to your doctor or to a lab. Drops of a special solution are placed on the card. If the solution changes color, there is blood in the stool. Sigmoidoscopy. A doctor puts a flexible viewing tube into your rectum and into the first part of your colon. This lets the doctor see the lower portion of the intestine, which is where most colon cancers grow. Barium enema. Barium, a whitish liquid, is put into your rectum and colon. The white liquid outlines the inside of the colon so that it can be more clearly seen on an X-ray. Colonoscopy. A doctor puts a long, flexible viewing tube into your rectum and colon. The tube is usually linked to a video monitor similar to a TV screen. With this test, the doctor can see the entire large intestine. Frequently Asked Questions Learning about colorectal cancer: What is colorectal cancer? What causes it? How can I prevent it? What are the symptoms? What increases my risk? What else could be causing my symptoms? Who gets this cancer? Being diagnosed: How is colorectal cancer diagnosed? What are the stages of colorectal cancer? What is a colonoscopy? What is a sigmoidoscopy? What is a fecal occult blood test? What is a barium enema? Getting treatment: How is colorectal cancer treated? Will I need surgery? What medicines are used to treat this cancer? What is radiation therapy? Ongoing concerns: How often will I need to see my doctor? When should I call my doctor? Living with colorectal cancer: What can I do at home to relieve symptoms of the cancer or cancer treatment? Author: Shannon Erstad, MBA/MPH Medical Review: Adam Husney, MD - Family Medicine Arvydas D. Vanagunas, MD - Gastroenterology Last Updated: 12/01/2006 Â© 1995-2007, Healthwise, Incorporated, P.O. Box 1989, Boise, ID 83701. ALL RIGHTS RESERVED. This information is not intended to replace the advice of a doctor. Healthwise disclaims any liability for the decisions you make based on this information. For more information, click here. Privacy Policy. How this information was developed. Additional Information Colorectal Cancer, Metastatic or Recurrent - Treatment OverviewColorectal Cancer - Prevention Was this article helpful? Tell us what you think. 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Saturday, January 12, 2013

Do i have melanoma or colon cancer

Do i have melanoma or colon cancer?
For melanoma: I have a big dark brown mole and a part of the mole is light brown..It hurts sometimes and rarely i get tired and sleepy for no reason. For coloc cancer : My stools are ok,i mean they are not pencil stools or dark etc,but they have blood on them and when i wipe my ass there is no blood on the paper.. I am 15 if that helps and a male who does not wanna die :')
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Either cancer is not likely at your age. Talk to your mom she will know if you need a doctor.

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Tuesday, January 8, 2013

Alternative colon cancer treatments

Alternative colon cancer treatments?
colon cancer
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1. light ,easily digestible food. 2. avoid spices, high insoluble fiber in diet 3. take butter milk 4. keep colon clean by enema or other means 5. supportive alternative medicines as the case may be.
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Check out "antineoplastons" on Google. There's a doctor doing non-toxic therapy for cancers. There are a number of studies being done.
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My ex girlfriend had a friend that treated his colon cancer with a coffee enema... i know how it sounds but check out this webpage i just came across "Proponents promote purging with coffee enemas as a treatment for cancer because they believe, as Gerson did, that an "unpoisoned" body possesses "reserves" that can recognize and destroy cancer."
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I know something that may help you. it is based around a rare botanical called a Mangosteen. it is grown in South East Asia and has many different medicinal benefits. This Fruit has decades of scientific studies and research that have been done from medical universities from around the world, best of all it either equals or out performs a lot of over the counter and prescription drugs that are within our reach. Most importantly It is a Natural Alternative to Medication and has worked for thousands of not millions of people go here to http://www.MyAsianSecret.com view all the information and make your opinion based on what you see and hear! look at the other sources are below.
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One of the most important and very ofter overlooked part of cancer treatment is to AVOID sugar at all costs! Cancer feeds on it. See attached article.

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Friday, January 4, 2013

Stage one colon cancer, poylps

Stage one colon cancer???poylps?
My mother went to the doctor to review osoem tests that she had done and he told her that she has stage one colon cancer.. i think he used the term polyps???? Are these cancerous or do they turn into cancer if they are not removed, and are they common, and she is very scared. is it still serious if they dont get removed???
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This is what I will tell you. Yes, the polyps represent Cancer. Stage one is the first stage-not spread. Tell mom to co-operate with the Md's in every sense, they know what is best for her. I know because in 1995 I lost the first 1/2 of my Colon to Cancer, then I worked the next 10 years as a Firefighter/Paramedic (continued actually). In 2007 I lost the remainder of my Colon, and I can pretty much do anything I want to right now. Catch this business now, do the Chemo if the Md's say to. You can do it, and laugh through the worst of it. Because I told you to. *Katnj---I agree with what you said about polyps-however the pt was told she has CA, therfore the polyps represent CA, right?
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Polyps are very common and yes they could be cancerous but more times then not they are non cancerous. They are usually removed and sent for a biopsy if they come back as cancerous her doctor will explain more. She should get them removed just to be safe so that the lab can check them. I work as a surgical tech in endoscopy and do colonoscopys all day long. Its really a common thing to have a polyp. My mom as well just had a polyp removed and all is well. Tell your mom not to stress out.
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i had 3 pollyps removed about 2 weeks ago. pollyps become cancerous over time & also it depends on their size, however it can take up to ten years for a pollyp to become cancerous. your age is also a factor, colon cancer is more common in people over the age of 55, however anyone can get a pollyp at any age. tell your mum not too worry at least she has found the pollyp early & is now recieving treatment, also if she has to have a colonoscopy tell her not to listen to the scary stories that it hurts, it really is not that bad at all the only part that hurts is when they burn/burst the pollp for obvious reasons and when i say hurt its not unbearable. she has had you, im sure she'll cope!

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Tuesday, January 1, 2013

Question about hereditary colon cancer

Question about hereditary colon cancer?
My dad was diagnosed with colon cancer in his early 30s. No other people in my family have had this cancer, let alone any sort of cancer. I've heard that people who get colon cancer before 35 usually have some sort of rare and dangerous hereditary condition. I'm nearing 20 years old now, my dad claims he got his colon cancer from an extremely unhealthy diet and no exercise while working on US air bases in europe for a decade as well as environmental factors, he claims I have no worries of genetic conditions like FAP. Do you think he may be hiding something from me? Since he got colon cancer so early, what are my chances statistically speaking? He said he had "problems with his colon"
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My dad got colon cancer at 46 with no history of it in the family. I talk to the doctors about it aand they said that there is a chance that I could get it and it is a good idea to get check out 10 years from when he was diagnosis to make sure that I don't have it. So I think at age 25 you should get check out.
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No one knows what causes cancer and your father is no exception. If your father had FAP his entire colon would have been removed and there is more than one type of hereditary colon cancer although rare. Anyone who has a first degree relative with colon cancer is twice as likely to get colon cancer too, which brings your risk up to 10%. Have a colonoscopy when you are 10 years younger than you dad was when he was diagnosed with colon cancer.
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Most cancers are not passed down from parent to child. However there are some cancers that do have a genetic component. *There are some cancers that are genetic (can be passed on from your parents). * There is screening and testing you can do to identified if you may be suscpetible to a genetic cancer. If you are concerned- you might want to find out about this? Here is some more straightforward info on hereditary types of cancer, their treatments and early detection: http://www.nowwhat.org.au/info/factsheets/hereditary-cancer I hope you find this helpful.
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There are two inherited conditions which carry a substantially higher risk of colon cancer. In Familial Adenomatous Polyposis, affected family members develop thousands of small benign growths, called polyps, in the large intestine. Before the age of 40, one or more of these polyps will develop into a bowel cancer. In Hereditary Non-Polyposis Colorectal Cancer (also called Lynch Syndrome), patients develop cancer of the bowels and other organs, usually at an early stage. However, these conditions are very rare and only cause one in twenty cases of bowel cancer. Overall, the risk of bowel cancer doubles if you have a close relative (parent, bother or sister) with this cancer. You need to be watchful and need regular screening. http://cancerhealercenter.com/colon-cancer
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Here's how to avoid being a cancer victim like your dad was. Do the opposite things that he did. In other words, make sure you have a healthy diet and do heaps of exercise, then you won't go down the same road as he did.
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Of course, if there is any type of cancer in your family you need to be concerned, but not panicky. When I developed colon cancer, no one in my family had ever had it before as far as 5 generations back. My oncologist explained that most colon cancer is not hereditary, and the cause of most cases is unknown. Although there has been some link between a diet of fatty foods and colon cancer, there has been no definite cause and effect link. Colon cancer is rare in persons under 50 or so (I was 46 and considered very young), and it spreads slowly, so you might get a colonoscopy now to make sure there aren't any current problems, and maybe check again every 5 years, as recommended for low-risk people over 50 (I'm still only supposed to get one every 3 years, and I just got over stage 3).

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