Colorectal cancer deaths in decline
According to the American Cancer Society, approximately 112,340 new cases of colon cancer will be diagnosed in 2007. Approximately 52,180 people die because of colon or rectal cancer this year. Although the number seems high, is actually a reduction in mortality.
New screenings that detect polyps that can be removed before they turn into colon cancer may be one reason why the mortality rate has declined in recent years. However, fewer casesand has also been diagnosed. This may be due to improved diet and exercise for many people. A poor diet and lack of exercise are risk factors.
The risk factors according to the American Cancer Society, is as follows:
* Age: More than 9 out of 10 people diagnosed with kolonkanker are 50 or more.
A history of polyps: Even when they were removed, increasing the risk, especially if the polyps were large or ifmuch.
* Two disease, ulcerative colitis and Crohn's disease causes ulcers in the colon to excite aligned. If a person has or illness, her or she should start screening early in their lives.
* Family history: If a close relative had colon cancer, especially before he or she is 60, the risk is increased.
* Diet: A high-fat diet appears to increase the risk.
* A sedentary lifestyle: People who get little exercise have a higherrisk.
* Overweight: It 'helps, too.
* Rooms: The latest research shows that smokers 30-40 percent more likely to die is.
* Alcohol, especially heavy use is associated with colon cancer.
Many people who are diagnosed early, during a routine screen you noticed any symptoms that do not. According to the American Cancer Society, as it advances, a person may experience:
* Pain or cramps
* Diarrhea, constipation orother changes in bowel habits
* Blood in stool
* Bleeding from the rectum
* A change in bowel habits, including diarrhea, constipation, or narrowing of the stool that lasts more than a couple of days
* A feeling that you need a stool that does not go away after doing this
* Bleeding from the rectum or blood in the stool (often, but you will see normal stools
* Seizures or constant abdominal pain
* Weakness andfatigue
Treatment for all cancers has been improved. Many patients are successfully treated with surgery. Surgery will be the stock of polyps removed. Many patients also require chemotherapy or radiotherapy.
The American Cancer Society has a spreadsheet tool for processing on its website, www. Cancer. Org (Alexa) to determine which treatment is best for you. You need to consult your physician before making decisions about yourtreatment. Your personal physician is always the best person to help you determine how the treatment of cancer of the colon.