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Colorectal cancer
Colorectal cancer, also known as bowel cancer, colon cancer, or rectal cancer, is any cancer that affects the colon and the rectum. Colorectal cancer maybe benign, or non-cancerous, or malignant. A malignant cancer can spread to other parts of the body and damage them.
Symptoms of colorectal cancer include:
Risk factors
Possible risk factors include:
Most types of colon cancers start developing within polyps (adenoma). These are often found inside the bowel wall. Consumption of red or processed meats may increase the risk. Individual who have a tumor suppressor gene known as Sprouty2 may have a higher risk of some colorectal cancers.
According to World Health Organization, colorectal cancer is the second most common tumor among both men and women behind that of lung tumors. Colorectal cancer tends to occur in both men and women equally. Although, men tend to develop it at a younger age.
With advances in early detection and treatment, colorectal cancer is one of the most curable forms of the disease. By using different types of screening tests, it is possible to prevent, monitor, detect, and treat the disease early before symptoms appear.
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