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Colon Cancer

Colon Cancer. Joshua Easter Dakota Smith Justin Layne. Description. Colon cancer is cancer of the large intestine (colon), the lower part of your digestive system. Rectal cancer is cancer of the last several inches of the colon. Together, they're often referred to as colorectal cancers.

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Colon Cancer

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  1. Colon Cancer Joshua Easter Dakota Smith Justin Layne

  2. Description Colon cancer is cancer of the large intestine (colon), the lower part of your digestive system. Rectal cancer is cancer of the last several inches of the colon. Together, they're often referred to as colorectal cancers. Most cases of colon cancer begin as small, noncancerous (benign) clumps of cells called adenomatous polyps. Over time some of these polyps become colon cancers. Polyps may be small and produce few, if any, symptoms. For this reason, doctors recommend regular screening tests to help prevent colon cancer by identifying polyps before they become colon cancer.

  3. Symptoms • A change in your bowel habits, including diarrhea or constipation or a change in the consistency of your stool • Rectal bleeding or blood in your stool • Persistent abdominal discomfort, such as cramps, gas or pain • A feeling that your bowel doesn't empty completely • Weakness or fatigue • Unexplained weight loss

  4. Treatment • Art therapy • Dance or movement therapy • Exercise • Meditation • Music therapy • Relaxation exercises • Surgery for early-stage colon cancer • Surgery for invasive colon cancer • Surgery for advanced cancer • Chemotherapy • Radiation therapy • Targeted drug therapy

  5. Prevention Tips Aspirin Other pain relievers Celecoxib Surgery to prevent cancer

  6. Cite Source http://www.bing.com/health/article/mayo-MADS00035/Colon-cancer?q=colorectal+cancer&qpvt=colon+cancer+&FORM=Z7FD

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