Wednesday, April 28, 2010

What is the most common sign of colon cancer

What is the most common sign of colon cancer?
Im 33 years old and i am asking this because this morning when i went to the bathroom, i noticed that there was blood in the water. I looked becasue after i went, i felt this pain that i have never had before. Is there any other reason that there could've been blood in the water? It didnt have blood in it, just the water in the toliet did.
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consistent diarrhea
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It could be hemorrhoids. If you've never had them, they are painful and do cause blood in stools. When was the last time you had a colonsocopy? Never put those off. That's the best way to find colon cancer. If this happens again, by all means contact your DR. Don't take any chances. I wish you the best
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Colon cancer is cancer of the large intestine (colon), the lower part of your digestive system. Rectal cancer is cancer of the last several inches of the colon. Together, they're often referred to as colorectal cancers. Signs and symptoms of colon cancer include: -A change in your bowel habits, including diarrhea or constipation or a change in the consistency of your stool for more than a couple of weeks -Rectal bleeding or blood in your stool -Persistent abdominal discomfort, such as cramps, gas or pain -A feeling that your bowel doesn't empty completely -Weakness or fatigue -Unexplained weight loss -Many people with colon cancer experience 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 your large intestine. BUT I FEEL YOU ARE HAVING ONLY PILES AND HENCE YOU GOT BLOOD AND PAIN. PLEASE TELL YOUR DOCTOR ABOUT IT AND HE WILL BE ABLE TO TELL YOU CORRECTLY.-
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Your question is “What is the most common sign of colon cancer?� The answer is rectal bleeding. However, a single symptom is not reason for cancer to be a consideration and at your age it is not likely. If it persists or you start getting other symptoms see your doctor. In the meantime consider your eating habits if you are straining it could be hemorrhoids or fissures so you may want to consider adding fiber to your diet. Although a colonoscopy can be done at any time if indicated they are not recommended until you are 50 years old so you are not putting anything off.





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Saturday, April 24, 2010

What is the cost for colon cancer screening

What is the cost for colon cancer screening...?
...How much does a colon cancer screening cost? I am over 50 years old and have no medical insurance......
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Free:D... but only if you live in Canada or other universal health countries. I actually have no clue as to the US cost...but Im curious. Hope someone gives you a more definitive answer.
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http://www.cdc.gov/cancer/colorectal/basic_info/screening/ Is Free or Low-Cost Screening Available? If you live in one of the following locations, you may be eligible for free or low-cost colorectal cancer screening through the CDC-funded screening demonstration program. To learn more— Suffolk County, New York: Call (631) 444-7644 Baltimore, Maryland: Call (410) 887-3456 or 1 (866) 632-6566 King, Clallam, and Jefferson counties, Washington: Call 1 (800) 756-5437 Nebraska: Call 1 (800) 532-2227 St. Louis, Missouri: Call (314) 879-6392 If you live elsewhere in the United States, please call 1 (800) 4-CANCER or 1 (800) ACS-2345 to learn more about screening options in your community. You may also be able to find information about free or low-cost screening by calling your local department of health Otherwise, call a local doctor.





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Posted by Colon Cancer at 1:57 PM

Tuesday, April 20, 2010

What are the symptoms of end of life with advanced colon cancer

What are the symptoms of end of life with advanced colon cancer.?
A person has advanced cancer AND advanced alzheimers. Now sleeping a lot..as in most of the day and night. Can no longer walk, chew, etc... Does all of this denote a time frame of survival?
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Depends on the meds for the colon cancer. If it's end stage, I'm thinking this patient would be on a heavy duty sublingual painkiller--which would explain sleeping a lot, etc. End stage of any cancer usually involves sleeping, very slight breaths and no food intake. I'm sorry.
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My father-in-law stopped eating, drinking, ect about a week before he passed. He was sent home from the hospital with hospice and they told he would only live a few weeks - they were right. He slept the last week before he passed and when he was awake he was incoherent. Is this person at home or in the hospital??? If they are still receiving fluids I would think they would still live awhile.
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My husband died of colon cancer this past June. In the last weeks, he couldn't eat anything. He completely relied on a feeding tube. He also had a lot of pain (back, stomach, heartburn). He could not longer sleep in bed because of the pressure in his chest. He slept sitting up in a chair. I don't think you can really say there is a time frame. I think it just depends on the individual's body. It holds out for so long and then just goes. My husband seemed to be doing a little better and within 10 hours his kidneys failed, his blood pressure and pulse continued on a downward spiral, he was losing blood internally, his white blood cell count skyrocketed and he became unconscious.






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