What are colon cancer symptoms? In its early stages, colon cancer is typically asymptomatic. This means it shows no outward symptoms. During this period, cancer has not spread to nearby lymph nodes or to other parts of the body.
Medically reviewed by Mae Charisse Antalan, MD · General Practitioner
What are colon cancer symptoms? In its early stages, colon cancer is typically asymptomatic. This means it shows no outward symptoms. During this period, cancer has not spread to nearby lymph nodes or to other parts of the body.
In its advanced stages, these are the symptoms one can expect:
When cancer has moved to the lymph nodes but not to other parts of the body, this means you are at stage 3 colon cancer. Below are some common stage 3 colon cancer symptoms:
What are stage 4 colon cancer symptoms? Stage 4 is when cancer has spread to other distant organs, such as the livers or lungs. You may experience the following:
Overall, colorectal cancer is one of the most treatable types of cancer and is highly preventable if caught early. If everyone who is qualified for a colonoscopy underwent the screening, up to 85% of colorectal malignancies may be avoided or effectively treated.
Regular colon cancer screenings can help detect polyps early, and your doctor might be able to remove them during a colonoscopy.
Consult a doctor if you’re feeling any of the aforementioned symptoms or have any other concerns about the health of your colon. It’s also possible that your symptoms are being caused by something else if your doctor rules out colon cancer. They may be due to:
If your signs and symptoms indicate that you could have colon cancer, your doctor may recommend one or more tests and procedures, including using a scope to examine the inside of your colon (colonoscopy) and other blood tests.
Learn more about Colorectal Cancer here.
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