Lewisville, TX – Colon cancer is the third most prevalent cancer in the United States. It is also third amongst other cancers that has a low survival rate. Colon cancer occurs in the large intestine. The large intestine starts from the end of the small intestine to the anus. The rectum is an extension of the large intestine. There are many forms of colon cancer, one of these being colorectal cancer, which is the most common of all colon cancers. Because the rectum plays an important role of holding stool until it is expelled through the anus, it is important we take colon cancer seriously.

“There are many signs to tell if you may be developing colon cancer or have it already, says Dr. Kancharla.“Since the cancer is hidden in the body and cannot be felt by touch it is difficult to perform a self- examination.”

These are the signs of colon cancer:

• Diarrhea or constipation
• Changes in stool consistency
• Loose stool
• Blood spots in stool
• Abdominal pain
• Frequent urge to pass stool
• Fatigue
• Unexplained weight loss

Causes of colon cancer may be attributed to some of these factors which are:

• Genetics
• Irritable Bowel Syndrome
• Poor diet
• Old age

“It is important that older people have a colonoscopy done at least once every two years,” advises Dr. Kancharla. “This does not minimize the risk of contracting colon cancer but it can help detect it early. Besides, it may increase your chance of surviving colon cancer.”

About Lewisville/Flower Mound Oncology Group

The Lewisville/Flower Mound Oncology Group has state-of-the-art facilities that offer individualized care to patients throughout North Texas. With a team of expert oncologists and other specialists on staff, the Lewisville/Flower Mound Oncology Group treats a variety of cancers and blood disorders with an eye towards the newest advancements available in diagnostic technology and treatments.

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