2023-09-02 22:08:29
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Colorectal cancer can become noticeable years before diagnosis through various and non-specific signs. If symptoms persist, it is advisable to see a doctor.
1 / 10Colon cancer develops insidiously and shows up in most people from the early stages with pronounced tiredness, exhaustion and a great need for sleep. © image broker/Imago2 / 10The fact that the immune system is working and the body is fighting something is also shown in some affected people by swollen lymph nodes, which are not automatically associated with serious cancer. © Science Photo Library/Imago3 / 10Increased temperature and bouts of fever can also be an indication of cancer in the intestine. Anyone who has frequent or regular elevated temperatures and cannot identify them should see a doctor. © sergiomonti/Imago4 / 10Some of those affected also develop night sweats due to the growing tumor in the intestine. © AndreyPopov/Imago5 / 10People who develop colon carcinoma not infrequently feel this in addition to the enormous tiredness and a noticeable drop in performance. © Monkey Business 2/Imago6 / 10Cancer always has an impact on weight: weight loss is often a symptom of colon cancer. Some sufferers lose up to ten percent of their body weight within six months as a result of the disease. The tumor affects nutrient metabolism and disrupts weight regulation. © Morad HEGUI/Imago7 / 10Intestinal cancer is also shown by digestive problems with frequent and strong intestinal noises as well as strong and sometimes painful flatulence (meteorism). © sumners/Imago8 / 10Repeated, cramping abdominal pain that lasts longer than five days should be taken seriously and checked out by a doctor. It might be an indication of a tumor in the abdomen. © YAY Images/Imago9 / 10In addition to abdominal pain and cramps, those affected often suffer from a hard stomach and palpable and painful hardening. © AndreyPopov/Imago10 / 10A relatively clear indication of colon cancer are severe digestive problems with alternating constipation and diarrhea, frequent urge to defecate, noticeably foul-smelling stool, which can also contain blood or mucus. © Caption Writer/Editor/Imago
In Germany, around 80 out of 100,000 men and around 59 out of 100,000 women develop bowel cancer every year German Cancer Aid Foundation. Every year around 58,000 people receive the frightening diagnosis. On average, men are affected around the age of 72 and women around the age of 75. But younger people also get colon cancer. The sooner you take symptoms seriously and consult a doctor, the sooner a possible tumor or precancerous stage such as intestinal polyps can be identified and treated. The chances of recovery for those affected with colorectal cancer in the early stages are relatively good.
Colorectal cancer: what are the risk factors?
A key risk factor for colorectal cancer is, first of all, increasing age. Other factors that can increase the risk of developing colorectal cancer include:
Immediate family members with colorectal cancerImmediate family members diagnosed with colon polyps. Intestinal polyps are protrusions of the intestinal mucosa and benign tumors that can develop into cancer. Pre-existing conditions such as Crohn’s disease or ulcerative colitis Low-fiber diet High consumption of red meat such as beef and sausages Overweight Alcohol consumption Smoking
Colorectal cancer: why younger and younger people are getting sick
The number of colorectal cancer cases among 20 to 39 year olds has tripled since the 1990s Investigation shows. The doctors might rule out a family history. In this age group, eating habits play a major role, especially sugary foods, according to one Study. This has a negative impact on the composition of the intestinal bacteria, the intestinal microbiome. Sugar is also said to promote chronic inflammation in the body.
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