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Colon Cancer Screening: How Often Should You Get A Colonoscopy

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signs of rectal cancer :: Article Creator He Was Diagnosed With Colon Cancer At 38. Early Warning Signs He Missed Colorectal cancer is on the rise in people under 50 years old. One man shares his journey of being diagnosed at 38 and the importance of regular screenings. Colonoscopies can detect colorectal cancer early and save lives. At 38 years old, William Lindley began experiencing stomach issues, including a constant urge to go to the bathroom. "At the time, I was dipping tobacco and had been for several years…usually after I ate and I dip, I'd have to go to the restroom," he told Healthline. After a few months of consistent symptoms, he thought he might have irritable bowel syndrome (IBS). However, once his condition began interfering with his work as a police officer in Mississippi, he knew something more serious was happening. "I worked on the interstate doing police work, and so I'd ha...

What Is Carcinoid Cancer?

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enlarged prostate symptoms bowel movements :: Article Creator Warning Signs Of Prostate Cancer Early detection saves lives, but these subtle symptoms frequently go unrecognized Prostate cancer affects one in eight men during their lifetime, making it the second most common cancer among American males. Despite its prevalence, this disease often develops without obvious symptoms until it reaches advanced stages. The walnut-sized prostate gland sits below the bladder, surrounding part of the urethra, which explains why urinary changes often become the first noticeable signs. However, many men dismiss these early warning signs as normal aging or minor health issues, potentially delaying life-saving early detection. Understanding the subtle ways prostate cancer announces its presence could mean the difference between straightforward treatment and more complicated interventions. While some symptoms mirror those of benign conditions, recognizing the ...

Diverticulitis and colon cancer: Symptoms, causes, and more

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blood test to detect liver cancer :: Article Creator Simple Blood Tests Could Be The Future Of Cancer Diagnosis Around four years ago, now 77-year-old John Gormly went for what was supposed to be a routine blood test. But the results were life-changing. The test suggested Gormly had colon cancer, which a colonoscopy later confirmed was Stage 2, meaning the cancer had spread through the wall of the colon but not to his lymph nodes. "I thought [my doctor] was wrong," Gormly, CEO of a construction company near Newport Beach, California, told Live Science. "I go, 'Nah, I don't feel anything.' But there it was. It was real; the colonoscopy showed it." Gormly was one of the first patients to take a newly approved test called Shield, which its makers say can detect colon cancer from a blood sample. After his diagnosis, Gormly had surgery to remove the tumor and was back to work within 10 days. Science S...

10 cancer symptoms men shouldn't ignore

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early detection of bowel cancer :: Article Creator He Was Diagnosed With Colon Cancer At 38. Early Warning Signs He Missed Colorectal cancer is on the rise in people under 50 years old. One man shares his journey of being diagnosed at 38 and the importance of regular screenings. Colonoscopies can detect colorectal cancer early and save lives. At 38 years old, William Lindley began experiencing stomach issues, including a constant urge to go to the bathroom. "At the time, I was dipping tobacco and had been for several years…usually after I ate and I dip, I'd have to go to the restroom," he told Healthline. After a few months of consistent symptoms, he thought he might have irritable bowel syndrome (IBS). However, once his condition began interfering with his work as a police officer in Mississippi, he knew something more serious was happening. "I worked on the interstate doing police work, and so I...

A Patient's Guide to Colorectal Cancer

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prostate cancer weight loss :: Article Creator The Anti Prostate Cancer Diet Our easy, seven-day meal plan will help you to combat prostate disease MONDAY BREAKFAST: Wholewheat fortified cereal (e.G. All Bran Plus or Bran Flakes) with soya milk. Top with scooped flesh from half a small cantaloupe melon. How it helps: Wholegrains and soya contain hormone-modulating substances that could help cut prostate cancer risk. Orange-fleshed fruit and vegetables such as cantaloupe melon contain beta carotene, a dietary antioxidant that is also protective. LUNCH: Half a carton of fresh vegetable soup (red pepper, sweet potato, pumpkin or carrot), whole grain bread roll. Orange. How it helps: Vegetable consumption is linked to reduced prostate cancer ri sk. Brightly coloured sources generally contain more of the valuable antioxidants, vital to fight disease in the prostate. DINNER: Spaghetti bolognaise made with very lean mince and oodles of tomato puree. Serve w...