Oncologist Andrey Vorobyov listed the main signs of colon cancer.Euromedia24In a conversation with MedicForum, he mentioned that early detection of the disease can help improve prognosis and treatment results.
Paying attention to your bowel habits and understanding what's normal can mean the difference between spotting cancerous changes and letting them slip under the radar, the expert says.
Vorobiev mentioned the six most common symptoms of colon cancer, which should definitely be paid attention to.
Unexplained changes in bowel habits (such as more frequent bowel movements or increased constipation)
Blood in the stool
A lump in the stomach
Unexplained loss of appetite
Unexplained weight loss
Anemia
The doctor emphasized that colon cancer can often bleed into the digestive tract, resulting in blood in the stool. Blood loss can also increase, leading to anemia.
Vorobyov emphasized that if one or more of these signs are observed, it is necessary to consult a doctor for a more detailed discussion.
