Ten symptoms that indicate a tumor

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Created: 04/09/2023, 7:00 p.m

Von: Natalie Hull Drawbar

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Colorectal cancer can become noticeable years before diagnosis through various and non-specific signs. If symptoms persist, it is advisable to see a doctor.

1 / 10Colorectal cancer develops insidiously and shows up in most people from the early stages with pronounced tiredness, exhaustion and a great need for sleep. © image broker/Imago

2 / 10The fact that the immune system is working and the body is fighting something is also shown by swollen lymph nodes in many of those affected. If it’s not caused by a cold or the flu, it could also be caused by cancer, especially if the swelling of the lymph nodes recurs or persists. © Science Photo Library/Imago

3 / 10Elevated temperature and bouts of fever can also be an indication of cancer in the intestine. Anyone who has frequent or regular elevated temperatures and cannot identify them should see a doctor. © sergiomonti/Imago

4 / 10Some sufferers also develop night sweats due to the growing tumor in the intestine. If you keep suffering from night sweats, it is best to consult a doctor. © AndreyPopov/Imago

5 / 10People who develop colorectal carcinoma often feel this in addition to the enormous tiredness and a noticeable drop in performance at work or in everyday life. © Monkey Business 2/Imago

6 / 10Cancer always has an impact on weight: weight loss is often a symptom of colon cancer. Some sufferers lose up to ten percent of their body weight within six months as a result of the disease. The tumor affects nutrient metabolism and disrupts weight regulation. © Morad HEGUI/Imago

7 / 10Colorectal cancer is also manifested by digestive problems with frequent and loud bowel noises as well as strong and sometimes painful flatulence (meteorism). © sumners/Imago

8 / 10Repeated, cramping abdominal pain that lasts longer than five days should be taken seriously and consulted by a doctor. It could be an indication of a tumor in the abdomen. © YAY Images/Imago

9 / 10In addition to abdominal pain and cramps, those affected often suffer from a hard stomach and palpable and painful hardening. © AndreyPopov/Imago

10 / 10A relatively clear indication of a potentially serious disease such as colon cancer are severe digestive problems with alternating constipation and diarrhea, frequent urge to defecate, noticeably foul-smelling stool, which can also contain blood or mucus. Blood in the stool is considered a reliable early symptom of colon cancer. There are those affected who often misinterpret this alarm signal, since the blood also suggests hemorrhoids. If you notice blood in your stool, you should definitely get checked for colon cancer, even if you have hemorrhoids. On the other hand, it does not mean that without blood in the stool, there could be no colorectal cancer. It is also possible for only some of the symptoms to appear as an indication of a tumor in the intestine, without blood admixtures. © Caption Writer/Editor/Imago

In Germany, around 80 out of 100,000 men and around 59 out of 100,000 women develop bowel cancer every year German Cancer Aid Foundation. Every year around 58,000 people receive the frightening diagnosis. On average, men are affected around the age of 72 and women around the age of 75. But also younger people get colon cancer. The sooner you take symptoms seriously and consult a doctor, the sooner a possible tumor or precancerous stage such as intestinal polyps can be identified and treated. The chances of recovery for those affected with colorectal cancer in the early stages are relatively good.

Colorectal cancer: what are the risk factors?

A key risk factor for colorectal cancer is, first of all, increasing age. Other factors that can increase the risk of developing colorectal cancer include:

• Immediate family members with colorectal cancer
• Immediate family members found to have colon polyps. Colon polyps are protrusions of the lining of the colon and are benign tumors that can develop into cancer.
• Pre-existing conditions such as Crohn’s disease or ulcerative colitis
• Diet low in fiber
• High consumption of red meat such as beef and cured meats
• overweight
• alcohol consumption
• Smoking

Colorectal cancer: why younger and younger people are getting sick

The number of colorectal cancer cases among 20 to 39 year olds has tripled since the 1990s Investigation shows. The doctors could rule out a family history. In this age group, eating habits play a major role, especially sugary foods, according to one Study. This has a negative impact on the composition of the intestinal bacteria, the intestinal microbiome. Sugar is also said to promote chronic inflammation in the body.

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