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Encyclopedia: Colorectal Cancer

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Colorectal cancer, also called colon cancer or large bowel cancer, includes cancerous growths in the colon, rectum and appendix. It is the third most common form of cancer and the second leading cause of cancer-related death in the Western world. Colorectal cancer causes 655,000 deaths worldwide per year, including about 16,000 in the UK, where it is the second most common site to cause cancer death. Many colorectal cancers are...


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Understanding Colon and Rectal Cancer

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Colon and rectal cancer is cancer that forms in the tissues of the colon (the longest part of the large intestine). Most colon cancers are adenocarcinomas (cancers that begin in cells that make and release mucus and other fluids).

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This guide is designed to help you make an informed decision about your colon cancer screening options. As with most things, one size doesn't fit all. Think of yourself and your doctor as partners in the decision-making process. Your decision about what screening test or tests are best for you will most likely be based on a number of factors, including your age, medical history, and comfort level.

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My brother-in-law has just been diagnosed with colon cancer. Apparently it's already spread to his...

This is a very diffucult situation, and hope the very best for all of you. I hate diagnosing cancer like this. It's always hard, and your comments are not...

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What is the difference between Colon Cancer and Intestinal Cancer?
And how does one get screened for Intestinal cancer? Colon cancer runs in my family and...

As other peole pointed out, "colon" cancer is a cancer specific of the large intestin, whereas "intestinal" cancer could affect any part of the intestine (including the small intestine, i.e....

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    I have always been told I was too young to get colon cancer. I am a big time hypochondriac serious. Colon cancer does not run in my family. Am I too young to get it?...

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  • What are some cause for colon cancer?

    There are multiple and possible factors and causes to be taken into account: Age Alcohol Diabetes Diet Environment Ethnicity and social status Exercise Gender Genetics Family medical history Polyps History of Cancer Inflammatory Bowel disease Smoking Weight. To read about each one in detail you can go here: http://coloncancer.about.com/od/causesofcancer/a/Colon_Cancer.htm...

  • Is colon cancer a form of butt cancer?

    No its cancer of the large bowel. Butt or bum cancer is known as rectal cancer...

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