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Colon Cancer

Colon Cancer - Colon cancer is also called colorectal cancer is one type of malignant cancer that grows on the surface of the large intestine (colon) or the anus (rectum). Colon cancer is cancer that is highly influenced by environment and lifestyle.What are the causes of colon cancer?

    
Wrong diet (too many foods high in fat and protein, and low in fiber)
    
Obesity (overweight)
    
Frequent exposure to preservatives and food coloring instead of for food
    
Smoke
    
Rarely do physical activity
    
Never get colon cancer / polyps in the colonWhat are the symptoms of Colon Cancer?
 the large intestine
bleeding characterized by the discovery of blood in the stool during bowel movements
    
Changes in bowel function with symptoms of diarrhea or constipation that is not clear why, lasting more than six weeks.
    
Fallow decrease body for no apparent reason
    
Pain in the abdomen or back
    
Stomach still feels full, despite defecation
    
Fatigue constantHow the diagnosis of Colon Cancer?

    
Fecal occult blood test (FOBT) - Detects the presence of blood in the stool, which should be sought from the source.

    
Sigmoidoscopy - examination telescoped manner by inserting a camera contained in a kind of pip made of optic fiber through the anus (rectum) into the colon through the sigmoid colon.

    
Colonoscopy - Almost the same as sigmoidoscopy. Inspection using fiber optic cables rather long, so the whole colon can recum and binoculars can be checked.

    
Radiological examination (CT Scan) - By using x-rays to see the condition of the intestines.

    
Anal Plug - By a doctor by inserting a finger that has been coated gloves and lubrication substance into the rectum and then inspect the inside of the rectum.Treatment performed

    
Surgery / Surgery
    
Chemotherapy
    
Radiation / RadiotherapyPrevention can be done

    
Avoid foods that contain high levels of fat, protein, calories, and red meat. Do not forget calcium and folic acid consumption.
    
It is recommended to consume vitamin E and vitamin D can help strengthen the immune system.
    
Eat fruits and vegetables every day.
    
Maintain a BMI (Body Mass Index)
    
Do a physical activity
    
Avoid smoking habitImpact of Colon Cancer

    
Anemia
    
Anorexia
    
Weight loss

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