Minimally Invasive Therapies Patient Information Colon Cancer Awareness

IS YOUR BOWEL TELLING YOU SOMETHING ISN'T QUITE RIGHT?

  • Persistent rectal bleeding
  • Blood in the stools
  • Abdominal pain and bloating
  • Loss of appetite
  • Unexplained weight loss

WHAT DO YOU KNOW ABOUT COLON CANCER RISK FACTORS?

  • Health
  • Family
  • Age
  • Lifestyle
Colon Cancer Awareness - General Health as Risk Factor

General Health

Obesity and inflammatory bowel disease such as Crohn’s or ulcerative colitis increase the risk
Colon Cancer Awareness - Family History as Risk Factor

Family History

A history of colon cancer,  polyps and lesions, or certain genetic syndromes affect the risk 
Colon Cancer Awareness - Age as Risk Factor

Age

More than 90% of cases are people older than 501 and can happen at any stage of life
Colon Cancer Awareness - Lifestyle as Risk Factor

Lifestyle

Poor diet, alcohol consumption, smoking, and a lack of physical activity2

TAKE THE TEST TO EXCLUDE BOWEL CANCER

Think Before You Ignore It

Studies highlight that embarrassment is a key reason for people not getting screened.

Learn More

KNOW YOUR TREATMENT OPTIONS

Depending on your situation, you may qualify for Keyhole surgery.

Check with your Doctor

 

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  • 1. coloncancercoalition.org/get-educated/what-you-need-to-know/colon-cancer-facts

  • 2. cancer.org/cancer/colon-rectal-cancer/causes-risks-prevention/risk-factors.html

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