Colon Rectal Cancer – Colorectal Cancer Facts – This is a Preventable Disease
Do you know what the second leading cause of cancer death in the U.S. is? Colorectal cancer – which is a very preventable disease. Many people are not aware that screenings for this disease could save thousands of lives each year. Unfortunately, these tests are not used as often as they could be.
It is thought that colorectal cancers take many years to develop, usually starting as a pre-cancerous polyp in the color or rectum. Because they tend to take such a long time to develop, there is time to detect the growths and remove them before they become troublesome. This is why colorectal cancer is a very preventable disease.
Either way colon cancer is in the public eye as one the most common types of cancer in the U.S. today. Bowel Cancer affects the large bowel and the rectum, which are the lower parts of our digestive system. The exact cause of colorectal cancer is unknown but people who have a family history of the disease come under the high-risk category of developing bowel cancer.
Folic acid, calcium and vitamin D are both valuable resources in the fight against rectal cancer. Folic acid helps to form new tissues and cells in the body. Plus folic acid is in charge of keeping the red blood cells healthy. Foods that are rich in folic acid are dark leafy green vegetables and citrus fruits. Recent studies have proven that both calcium and vitamin D play a big part in fighting off colon cancer. It is important to eat foods such as yogurt, cheese, milk, sardines, salmon, mustard and dark green leafy vegetables.
Symptoms and Risk Factors
If you have symptoms such as persistent stomach cramps, rectal bleeding or sudden change in bowel habits – see your doctor very soon. Risk factors for colorectal cancer are higher for people who have already had colorectal cancer or polyps, or for those who have inflammatory bowel disease like an ulcerative colitis. Also, those who have a close blood relative who has had colorectal cancer or polyps. If you have these risk factors, you may need to have the screening tests done more frequently. Please visit with your doctor about your potential risk factors.
If doctors discover a polyp or other abnormality, then they will take a small tissue sample for examination. If cancer is found, then surgery is often the next step. Sometimes surgery will be combined with radiation therapy and chemotherapy was one of the most effective treatment methods.
Summary
Almost all colorectal cancers start as a polyp that grows into a cancerous tumor. When polyps are discovered in the early stages (before they become cancerous), they can be surgically removed before cancer develops. Because colorectal cancer usually takes such a long time to develop, it is considered a preventable cancer. The key to success is early detection. Also, eating a good low fat diet with an emphasis on fresh fruits and vegetables may also help to lower your risk of colorectal cancer.
Early detection is the key to winning the battle against all cancers – especially colorectal cancer. Visit with your doctor and plan to have regular screenings
Resource Author Francisco Rodriguez Higueras
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