Eat a healthy diet high in fruits, vegetables, and whole grains, exercise regularly, avoid smoking and excessive alcohol and get screened regularly starting at age 45 or earlier if high risk.
People over age 50, those with a family history of colorectal cancer, individuals with inflammatory bowel diseases and people with certain genetic syndromes (e.g., Lynch syndrome) are at high risk for colon cancer.
The first stage of colorectal cancer is stage 1 where cancer has grown into the lining of the colon but has not spread outside the colon wall.
Few of the diagnosis methods include colonoscopy, fecal occult blood test (FOBT) and CT colonography (virtual colonoscopy)
Foods that contribute to colon cancer include red and processed meats, low fiber foods, high-fat diets and alcohol
Often, there are no symptoms, but some might experience minor signs like changes in bowel habits or mild abdominal discomfort
You can request an appointment with a colon cancer doctor by booking an online appointment with a gastroenterologist through Medicas.
Yes, you can consult colorectal cancer doctors online through Medicas for advice.
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