What are some of the symptoms?
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Many people have no symptoms in the early stages of the disease. When symptoms appear, they'll likely vary, depending on the cancer's size and location in the large intestine. In some cases, the symptoms may result from a condition other than cancer, such as inflammatory bowel disease (IBD), irritable bowel syndrome (IBS), and sometimes diverticulosis or diverticulitis. Like colorectal cancer, these conditions are treatable. Symptoms of colon cancer: - A change in bowel habits, including diarrhea or constipation or a change in the consistency of stool for more than a couple of weeks - Narrow stools - Rectal bleeding or blood in the stool - Persistent abdominal discomfort, such as cramps, gas or pain - Abdominal pain with a bowel movement - A feeling that your bowel doesn't empty completely - Unexplained weight loss - Blood in the stool may be a sign of cancer, but it can also indicate other conditions. Bright red blood on bathroom tissue may come from hemorrhoids or minor tears (fissures) in the anus, for example. In addition, certain foods, such as beets or red licorice, can turn stools red. Iron supplements and some anti-diarrheal medications may make stools black. Still, it's best to have any sign of blood or change in your stools checked promptly by your doctor because it can be a sign of something more serious.
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