What tests are needed if rectal cancer is suspected? 4 tests to screen for rectal cancer

Rectal cancer is a digestive tract tumor. Once it occurs, it has a great impact on the patient, who may even be unable to swallow food. Therefore, in daily life, you must pay more attention to your physical health. Once you find bloody stools, loss of appetite, weight loss, fatigue, anemia, jaundice, ascites, etc., you should check in time to rule out rectal cancer.

What tests should be done if rectal cancer is suspected?

1. Fecal occult blood test. This test method is used for large-scale surveys and initial screening of high-risk groups. Those who are positive will undergo further examination.

2. Rectal digital examination is a very important part in the diagnosis of rectal cancer, because most patients with rectal cancer will have changes in bowel habits such as blood in the stool. When these symptoms occur, a rectal digital examination must be performed, which can reveal the size and location of the tumor and the specific condition of the surrounding tissues.

3. Endoscopic examination, including proctoscopy, sigmoidoscopy and fiber colonoscopy, mainly involves endoscopic sampling or tissue pathological examination, which is the most reliable method for diagnosing rectal cancer.

4. Imaging examinations usually include the following methods (barium enema, intracavitary B-ultrasound, CT examination, CEA examination). Generally, doctors will conduct reasonable examinations based on the patient's condition.

Because rectal cancer can cause great harm to people, I hope everyone will take this disease seriously and do a good job of prevention in daily life.

1. If you have rectal polyps, anal fistulas, anal fissures and other prevalent diseases, you must seek timely treatment to reduce the chance of cancer.

2. Prevent and treat constipation and keep bowel movements smooth.

3. Eat a balanced diet, do not overeat, do not be picky or biased, eat less high-fat, high-protein foods, and eat more vegetables containing fiber and vitamins, which can effectively prevent rectal cancer.