Colon Cancer Warning Signs
The worst thing about colon cancer is how difficult it is for people to diagnose it early. They do not understand that some of the problems that they are experiencing could be linked to this condition and do not ask for the proper screenings or even speak with their doctors concerning it.
It is important for us to know how to identify the many colon cancer warning signs.
Rapid Weight Loss
There are some people who have been struggling for months or even years to lose weight – but with no success. If you notice all of a sudden that you have begun to lose weight – but have not done anything recently to attribute to it then this may be something to worry about. This sign may also cause your appetite to decrease unexpectedly.
Blood In Stool
If you see any signs of blood in your stool than you should call your doctor immediately. This is a sign of various problems and is always a bad thing to be having no matter what. When you have colon cancer it is possible that as the feces moves through the colon it is causing the tumors to bleed.
Pain In Abdomen
Stomach pain and discomfort is something that many of us feel every now and again. It is when the pain is constant and getting worse that we should speak with our doctors. It could be that the tumor is blocking the colon and preventing the feces from exiting the body. This will cause the stomach to swell and you to cramp and even vomit.
Fatigue
Obviously this sign could mean anything – but in people with colon cancer it could mean that they have an iron deficiency.
When the tumor is bleeding this makes the person anemic.
Change In Bowel Movements
Any change that you have in your bowel movements should be reported to your doctor. If you are having constant diarrhea, have become very gassy, or have thin stools. Constipation is also considered to be one of the biggest signs because the tumor may be blocking the colon.
