Colon cancer, also known as colorectal cancer when discussing cancers of the colon and rectum together, is a serious disease that develops when abnormal cells grow uncontrollably in these parts of the large intestine. One of the challenges with colorectal cancer is that it may not cause obvious symptoms during its early stages. When symptoms eventually develop, they can sometimes resemble much less serious digestive problems.
Having one or more of the symptoms below does not automatically mean you have cancer. Hemorrhoids, infections, inflammatory bowel disease and several other conditions can cause similar problems. However, persistent or unexplained changes should be evaluated by a healthcare professional.
Here are some warning signs worth knowing.
1. Blood in Your Stool
Blood in the stool is a symptom that shouldn’t simply be ignored.
It may appear as bright red blood, while bleeding higher in the digestive tract can sometimes produce very dark or black, tarry stools.:.Read the full now & the viral video.
