Colon Cancer: Symptoms
Colorectal Cancer - When To Call a Doctor
12/01/06, HealthwiseCall your doctor if you have any symptoms of colorectal cancer, such as:
Colorectal Cancer, Metastatic or Recurrent - When To Call a Doctor
12/01/06, HealthwiseSome people who have metastatic or recurrent colorectal cancer do not have any symptoms. Sometimes it is discovered before symptoms appear, either on a chest X-ray or as part of lab tests.
Colon Polyps - Symptoms
05/14/07, HealthwiseColon polyps usually do not cause symptoms unless they are larger than or they are cancerous. The most common symptom is rectal bleeding. Sometimes the bleeding may not be obvious (occult) and may only be discovered after doing a
Colorectal Cancer - Symptoms
12/01/06, HealthwiseColorectal cancer in its early stages usually doesn't cause any symptoms. Symptoms occur later, when the cancer may be more difficult to treat. The most common symptoms include:
Colorectal Cancer, Metastatic or Recurrent - Symptoms
12/01/06, HealthwiseSome people who have metastatic or recurrent colorectal cancer do not have any symptoms. When they do appear, the most common symptoms are:
Alternative to Colonoscopy Shows Promise
12/07/07, DrWeil.comRare cases of kidney damage have occurred from certain colon cleansing agents, and excessive bleeding can occur, usually from removal of a large…
New Blood Test Can ID High RIsk Colon Cancer Patients
07/10/07, Johns Hopkins UniversityIt is crucial that all of us age 50 and older continue to undergo the discomfort of the laxative and the indignity of colonoscopy while we hope for a…
Genetic Risk of a Cancer Killer Now Easier to Predict
10/19/06, Johns Hopkins UniversityThe most common genetic cause of colorectal cancer - comprising about 5 percent of all colorectal cancers - is the Lynch syndrome.
CT Scans and Cancer Risk: Should You Worry?
12/14/07, Johns Hopkins UniversityNow we're getting worrisome news about cancer because CT scans expose people to much larger doses of radiation than conventional x-rays.
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