Five early symptoms of colon cancer

The five major symptoms that may appear in the early stage of colon cancer include changes in bowel habits, blood in the stool or blood in the stool, abdominal pain or bloating, significant weight loss and persistent fatigue. Once discovered, you should seek medical attention as soon as possible for relevant examinations and diagnosis. Early detection and timely treatment can significantly improve the survival rate.

Changes in bowel habits are the most common early symptoms of colon cancer, such as persistent diarrhea, constipation, or alternation between the two, and have no obvious correlation with daily diet or lifestyle habits. You should also be alert to blood in the stool or blood in the stool, especially when the stool turns black or dark red, which may be caused by a tumor rupture. Recurrent abdominal pain or bloating is usually related to partial obstruction of the intestine by a tumor, especially after eating. Significant weight loss and loss of appetite may be warning signs caused by cancer cells consuming nutrients. Persistent fatigue may be the result of anemia and physical weakness caused by cancer. The above symptoms may be related to other diseases if they occur alone, but if several of them occur at the same time or the symptoms persist for a long time, special attention should be paid.

Changes in bowel habits are the most common early symptoms of colon cancer, such as persistent diarrhea, constipation, or alternation between the two, and have no obvious correlation with daily diet or lifestyle habits. You should also be alert to blood in the stool or blood in the stool, especially when the stool turns black or dark red, which may be caused by a tumor rupture. Recurrent abdominal pain or bloating is usually related to partial obstruction of the intestine by a tumor, especially after eating. Significant weight loss and loss of appetite may be warning signs caused by cancer cells consuming nutrients. Persistent fatigue may be the result of anemia and physical weakness caused by cancer. The above symptoms may be related to other diseases if they occur alone, but if several of them occur at the same time or the symptoms persist for a long time, special attention should be paid.

To prevent or detect colon cancer early, it is recommended to develop a healthy lifestyle and regular screening, such as a colonoscopy every 5-10 years for adults, especially those with a family history of the disease. Adjust your diet, eat more high-fiber foods such as whole grains and green leafy vegetables, and avoid high-fat, highly pickled foods. Quitting smoking and limiting alcohol, maintaining moderate exercise and weight management can also help reduce the risk of the disease. When symptoms appear, a clear diagnosis should be made as soon as possible through tumor marker testing, imaging examinations or pathological biopsy, and follow the doctor's advice for surgical resection, radiotherapy, chemotherapy or targeted therapy.