What symptoms indicate colon cancer

Symptoms that may indicate colorectal cancer include changes in bowel habits, blood in the stool, abdominal pain and bloating, abdominal masses, weight loss, etc. However, these symptoms are not typical and cannot be used to determine that it is colorectal cancer. You need to seek medical attention and undergo relevant examinations in time to clarify. The details are as follows:

1. Changes in bowel habits: including an increase or decrease in the frequency of bowel movements, alternating constipation and diarrhea, etc. Once colorectal cancer is diagnosed, surgical resection can be performed for early colorectal cancer. Depending on the condition, partial intestinal resection or radical surgery may be required. Postoperative adjuvant chemotherapy, radiotherapy, etc. may be required to reduce the risk of recurrence.

2. Blood in the stool: bright red or dark red blood in the stool, sometimes mucus and blood in the stool. After the diagnosis of colorectal cancer is confirmed, the appropriate treatment plan is selected according to the stage and location of the tumor. Early stage can be surgically removed, while the middle and late stage may require a combination of surgery, chemotherapy, radiotherapy, targeted therapy, etc. At the same time, symptomatic treatment such as hemostasis can be performed for blood in the stool.

3. Abdominal pain and distension: dull pain, distending pain or cramping in the abdomen, which may be accompanied by abdominal discomfort and a feeling of fullness. Surgical removal of the tumor is the main treatment, and analgesics can be used to relieve the pain caused. After surgery, auxiliary treatment is performed according to the condition to control tumor progression.

4. Abdominal mass: A mass can be felt in the abdomen, which is hard and has poor mobility. After the mass is confirmed to be colorectal cancer, surgical resection is performed, combined with chemotherapy, radiotherapy and other comprehensive treatments.

5. Weight loss: Gradually lose weight for unknown reasons. While treating colon cancer, strengthen nutritional support and improve weight loss through dietary adjustments and nutritional supplements.

The above symptoms may indicate colorectal cancer, but the diagnosis cannot be made based on symptoms alone and requires detailed examination. Once colorectal cancer is diagnosed, comprehensive treatment measures should be taken according to the condition.