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1. What is Colon and Colon Cancer?
The human body is comprised of billions of cells. Normally these cells produce, divide and die in an orderly and predictable fashion. Occasionally, something in the system goes awry and the cells begin to grow and divide uncontrollably. This condition is called cancer. Cancer cells group together into a mass of extraneous tissue. This tissue is known as a cancerous tumor. Colon cancer occurs when cancer cells develop in the colon. The colon belongs to the body’s digestive system. Comprised of four layers – the mucosa, submucosa, muscularis externis and the serosa – it is approximately 6 feet long. The colon’s function is to transfer the body’s waste material from the small intestine to the rectum. Regular colon cancer screening is advisable as cancer can be present for a long time in the colon without manifesting any symptoms. Some of the symptoms to watch out for are unexplained weight loss, fatigue, stomach cramping, and thin stools. Candidates most likely to get afflicted with colon cancer are those aged over 50. Age is the number one risk factor. Studies have shown that other factors such as cigarette smoking, alcohol consumption, obesity, and inflammatory bowel disease such as Crohn’s disease and ulcerative colitis can also negatively influence a person’s risk. In order to detect colon cancer, a tissue sample from the colon must be submitted for laboratory analysis. For many, this is done after a routine colonoscopy. For some though, the cancer is detected only after an individual has undergone a battery of tests purposed to identify the cause of a number of symptoms he’s experiencing. A key factor in the cause of colon cancer is diet. Diets especially high in animal fat and cholesterol have been discovered to cause colon cancer. Research indicates that low-fiber diets are also contributory to colon cancer. The effect of alcohol consumption on colon cancer risk has not been indisputably determined. Some studies indicate alcohol consumption raises the risk; other studies show that it has no effect or it is actually beneficial. The type of alcohol consumed seems to affect the results obtained through studies. Other common colon problems are hemorrhoids and anal fissures. A hemorrhoid is a swelling or inflammation of veins in the rectum and anus. Its symptoms include bleeding, pain, burning sensation, and/or itching. An anal fissure is a tear in the skin around the opening of the anus. It can cause bleeding. As already mentioned, two other inflammatory bowel disorders that can cause bleeding and pain are ulcerative colitis and Crohn’s Disease.
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Please note that this web site is for informative purpose only. If you feel unwell regarding your colon you should visit a doctor straight away for a thorough consultation and prescription.