Colon cancer, also known as bowel cancer, develops from polyps in the colon or rectum. Symptoms can include fatigue, weight loss, and changes in bowel habits. Contrary to common myths, colon cancer affects both men and women, can be prevented through screening and lifestyle changes, often presents without symptoms, and does not only affect those with a family history of the disease. Regular screening is recommended to detect and remove polyps before they develop into cancer.

1. Colon Cancer - Myths &
Facts

2. Understanding Colon Cancer
Colon Cancer, also known as
Bowel Cancer, is a type of
cancer that affects the colon
or rectum (parts of the large
intestine). The colon and
rectum are parts of the
digestive system, which is also
called the gastrointestinal (GI)
system.

3. Cancer develops with the
growth of the inner lining of the
colon or rectum called a polyp.
Over the course of several
years, some types of polyps
convert into cancer, but not all of
them. Symptoms include
fatigue, weakness, shortness of
breath, change in bowel habits,
narrow stools, diarrhoea or
constipation, red or dark blood
in stool, weight loss, abdominal
pain, cramps or bloating.
Understanding Colon Cancer

4. 1. MYTH
"Colon Cancer is a ‘Men’s
Disease’."

5. 1. FACT
"Not at all. It strikes both, men and women. Studies show that it is now
the third leading cause of cancer death among women. Every year new
cases of Colon Cancer are reported in both, men and women. So it is
better to get screened to get cured as early as possible."

6. 2. MYTH
"There is no prevention for
Colon Cancer."

7. 2. FACT
"This is the biggest misconception. Colon Cancer is a preventable
disease. If the polyp is found early through screening, doctors can
remove it and stop Colon Cancer before it advances. Also, you can
reduce the risk of developing cancer by taking a low-fat diet, high in
vegetables and fruits and exercise regularly."

8. 3. MYTH
"No symptoms and so, no
screening."

9. 3. FACT
"This is the reason Colon Cancer leads to critical stages. It generally
has no early symptoms. By the time it appears, the cancer may have
reached higher stages. So if you find any slight changes in your stool,
abdominal pain, rectal bleeding and unexplained weight loss, rush to get
screened."

10. 4. MYTH
"Only people with a family
history of Colon Cancer get
it."

11. 4. FACT
"The occurrence of Colon Cancer does not have anything to do with
family history. If you have a family history, it just means you need to
start your screening earlier or do it more frequently, to prevent the
development of cancer, as prevention is better than cure."

12. Conclusion
Keep the truth and shake off the myths from your mind. Get regular
screenings done at the best Cancer Hospital in Ahmedabad, Shalby
Hospital, which is the fastest growing multi-specialty hospitals chain in
India. Treat under expert guidance at the Shalby Cancer & Research
Institute and get the Oncology Treatment done and free yourself from
the invading Colon Cancer.

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