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Symptoms, Treatment & Risk Factors of Colorectal CancerMany believe that colorectal cancer, sometimes referred to as CRC, is a disease suffered only by men, but this is just a myth, as approximately 62,000 women a year are diagnosed with colorectal cancer. With these high numbers, it is easy to realize why colorectal cancer is the fourth most common cancer suffered by women. Only cancers of the breast, skin, and lungs are seen in higher numbers. Colorectal cancer can be defined as any cancer that affects the colon or rectum. Even though the cancer can start in these two areas, it does have the ability to spread via the lymph nodes, so colorectal cancer can appear in other places besides the colon or rectum. Since colorectal cancer in women seems to a common occurrence, it is imperative that women undergo screening for this particular cancer, especially if it is known that they may have risk factors. Risk factors for colorectal cancer include the following:
There are many different screening tools used to test for colorectal cancer. These various screening tools and tests are used to detect polyps and other abnormalities in the colon and rectum that may show precancerous or cancerous lesions or growth. Some of the screening tools and tests used are:
While none of these tests is fun, and no one likes to talk about them, it is important to have them conducted, as the sooner cancer is detected the better chance you have of beating it. Cancer that is caught in the early stages is known to respond to treatment better than cancer that is caught in later stages. While there are no symptoms that are exclusive to colorectal cancer, there are symptoms, when experienced in conjunction with other signs and symptoms, which may be warning signs of colorectal cancer. Some of these signs and symptoms include:
If you experience any of the aforementioned signs or symptoms, it doesn’t mean that you have colorectal cancer. What is does mean is that you need to seek medical attention at once, and explain all of your symptoms to your physician. Colorectal cancer presents quite a problem for women who are pregnant, as many of the signs and symptoms of colorectal cancer are also symptoms experienced by many pregnant women. Pregnant women who are experiencing any signs and symptoms that may indicate colorectal cancer should consult with their physician at once. Since many of the screening tools used to detect colorectal cancer can be safely performed on pregnant women, at least a diagnosis can get underway. Of course, surgery and chemotherapy, two of the treatment options for those with colorectal cancer, cannot be tolerated by pregnant women due to the inherent risk to the fetus, a pregnant women will at least have the piece of mind knowing that they can at least get a diagnosis during pregnancy, and if necessary, at least plan for treatment once they have given birth. All women, especially those with known risk factors, should speak with their doctors concerning screening for colorectal cancer. It is better to be proactive then put things off and have little or no chance for a successful recovery. What others have contributed to this page? No contribution yet. Be the first one to send your contribution for this page. Use the form below.
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