Colon cancer warning signs include:
1. Passing blood in the stool
2. Constipation alternating with diarrhea
3. Small stools
4. Difficulty defecation, incontinence, pain in the anus area
5. Chronic pelvic pain
6. Anorexia, weight loss for no apparent reason
7. Unexplained Iron Deficiency Anemia
8. Feel the abnormal lump in the abdomen.
Avoid colon cancer risk factors. by adjusting health behaviors
1. Don’t get fat in your belly. exercise regularly control weight to be within the standard
2. No smoking
3. Refrain from drinking alcohol
4. Avoid eating foods high in fat, red meat, and processed meats such as sausages, ham, meatballs, and grilled foods.
5. Increase your intake of fruits, vegetables, whole grains, and fibre-rich foods.
Information provided by: Dr. Nussara Phakwisan, M.D.
oncology unit and the Center of Excellence comprehensive cancer
Information as of March 4, 2023