Al-Marsad newspaper: Colon cancer is one of the most dangerous types of cancer affecting humans and may not be easily recognized at the onset of infection.
And on some of the silent symptoms that colon cancer refers to:
1- Diarrhea: the presence of a cancerous mass in the colon leads to a continuous change in bowel habits, which leads to diarrhea.
2-Constipation: Christina Booth, MD, a colorectal surgeon, explains that as the tumor grows, it can cause the diameter of the colon to decrease, which makes it difficult for stool to pass through the colon, leading to restricted bowel movements.
3- Thin and bloody stools: Bloody stools are one of the most common signs of colon cancer. The stools are thin and tend to be black in colour. This can indicate the presence of a tumor blocking the colon and causing bleeding to leak out. with the stool.
4- Abdominal hardness: If you notice abdominal hardness, you shouldn’t ignore it, as abdominal hardness can indicate colon cancer and this feeling will last a long time, according to the “eatthis” website.
5- Iron deficiency and anemia: Anemia or iron deficiency can be a symptom of colon cancer, continuously for months or years leading to depletion of iron stores in the body.
6- Unexplained Weight Loss: If you are losing weight and have no explanation for it, it could be a sign of a variety of different cancers including colon cancer, so if you have any other symptoms, especially a change in stool, you should consult a doctor immediately.
7- Abdominal cramps or pain: If you experience discomfort, pain or cramps in the abdominal area, you should not ignore these symptoms and if this continues for a long period of time (more than a week) or gets progressively worse, it could represent a tumor in the colon.
