Colorectal Cancer is a disorder of structure or function in a human, animal, or plant, especially one that produces specific symptoms or that affects a specific location and is not simply a direct result of physical injury.


What is Colorectal Cancer ?



Colorectal cancer is the cancer of colon and rectum. Colorectal cancer is related to large intestine. Colon forms the major part of large intestine. Rectum is lower part of large intestine which joins colon with anus. Cancer may begin as small polyp.Colorectal cancer is more common in western countries.





Colorectal Cancer Symptoms



The symptoms of colorectal cancer include

  • Diarrhoea or constipation
  • Blood in your stool
  • Abdominal Pain, cramps or gas
  • Weakness , tiredness
  • Weight loss

Many a times, people don’t experience any symptoms in early stages of the disease. Symptoms may vary according to the size and location of the cancer in large intestine.



Colorectal Cancer Causes



Though the exact cause of colorectal cancer is unknown, risk factors which may contribute to the disease are:

  • Inherited syndromes
  • Lack of physical activity
  • Obesity
  • Low fibre diet
  • Overweight
  • Consumption of alcohol and tobacco

Other common causes in adults are:

  • Irritable bowel syndrome
  • Crohn's disease
  • Urinary tract infection
  • Long term Peptic ulcer
  • Constipation
  • Heartburn and acid reflux

Common Causes in children

  • Constipation
  • Urinary tract Infection
  • Anxiety
  • Heartburn and acid reflux



Colorectal Cancer Diagnosis

Colorectal cancer may be diagnosed by:

  • Physical examination
  • Blood tests
  • Colonoscopy
  • Histopathology
  • Radiology



Colorectal Cancer Prevention


Follow healthy lifestyle to reduce the risk of colorectal cancer such as:

  • Avoid the consumption of alcohol and tobacco
  • Add fibre in your diet
  • Limit the consumption of high protein diet and red meat
  • Add physical activity in your regular routine
  • Control your weight


Colorectal Cancer Treatment


The treatment of colorectal cancer depends on the stage of disease. The main treatment alternatives are as follows:

  • Surgery
  • Chemotherapy
  • Radiatio