6 Warning Signs of Colon Cancer

Colon cancer is one of the most common cancers in people of all genders and the third leading cause of cancer-related deaths in the United States. It happens when the cells that line the colon become abnormal and grow out of control.

With prompt treatment, though, the outlook is hopeful. Cleveland Clinic experts explain what kind of warning signs could indicate colon cancer and what to ask your doctor when it comes to screenings.

Chapters:
0:00 Intro
0:22 What is colon cancer?
1:00 6 warning signs of colon cancer
2:13 How are patients screen for colon cancer?
2:32 Who is at risk for colon cancer?
3:15 Is colon cancer treatable?

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The information in this video was accurate as of 3.18.2022 and is for information purposes only. Consult your local medical authority or your healthcare practitioner for advice.

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[anthonionesbitt]

My sister died from Cancer, ...now my dad has colon Cancer, some one please pray for my dad & everyone that is suffering from Cancer

[joannac]

I get screened for colon cancer every 3 to 5 years because my doctor says I am a polyp maker. Well this January, five years after my last colonoscopy, I was one of 5%, who had a large cancer mass after only five years, and needed surgery to remove it. I was very lucky because it was very, very close to spreading, but didn’t yet. Colonoscopy saved my life.

[franktrice]

My first sign was I was getting weaker and weaker. Routine lab tests showed my RBC count was low and getting lower. I asked my doctor why my RBC count was dropping, and he said I was bleeding. He gave me a referral for a colonoscopy. Within a couple of weeks I was talking with a surgeon. I asked him to schedule surgery as soon as possible. After surgery, my surgeon told me he got it all. No need for chemo or radiation. I was really lucky. Early detection and surgery without delay saved my life.

[yeahthatsher]

If you're young, don't let your doctors write your bleeding off as having hemorrhoids. I had to make up extra symptoms just to force my doc to recommend me to a gastro and get my insurance to pay for it. Thank god I did, I had a tumor that was very close to turning into cancer. (the tumor is what was bleeding) Ended up having to go through major surgery to remove it and apart of my colon. This could have all been avoided if my doctors let me get checked when I first complained of bleeding at 26. I was 31 when I finally got help.

[clivethomas]

I Had colon cancer back in 2006 at the age of 36 there is a misconception that only people over 50 get this, , I was fortunate as misdiagnosed for 8mths then switched hospitals and was diagnosed at at a late stage so ended up having surgery then 9 mths stint on chemo, and now colonoscopys every two years to keep a check, overall very lucky to be hear

[paulinesimon]

Hello from France. I hope getting understood : A brother of my father advised us that he had colon polypes, that were taken away, without cancer. Hearing about that, I thought I should be screened, and I was right, I had several polypes taken away. A few years later, another screen, once again, several polypes were there, but not so many. A third time, some years later, one or two. Then at last, no more polypes. Thank to God and to the screening regularly. And today, I think that at 76, I should be screened, just because I hate the idea of chimio, and hate suffering, or the idea of my children being worried about my health. VERY GOOD IDEA, this video ! Equally, it happens that one of my brothers had a kidney taken away, without cancer, but maybe it could have been detected sooner. Have a merry Christmas !

[carmenfreixas]

My late hubby 64 in 2008, died of vowel cancer metastasized to the liver, he had NO
symptoms at all, what happened was that he lost a lot of weight, went to have an
ultrasound of the liver, that showed up Cancer. He died within 3 months. The vowel
never gave him any warnings. He did not smoke, had the occasional red with a meal, so
do I and our diet was home cooked, fruit and veg. fish, I am still here at 75, he is not.
same diet, same environment, may he RIP. he was a great husband of 45 years then..
I have not had any tests done, we all have our destiny marked. What will be, will be.
If I was young, sure, but now, it does not matter.

[creamcitysista]

I just had a colonoscopy this week. Thankfully, just a small polyp. Was inspired by Chadwick Bosemsn's battle with colon cancer.

[francisezekiel]

Hope we get the Cure for Cancer 😔🙏🏻Godspeed to us all

[nancycrockett]

Did anyone watch when Farrah Fawset the Charlie's Angel's Actress was dying from this and wanted all her pain/ suffering was documented weekly from the beginning of her illness to warn everyone to watch for the signs and get tested often..Up to her death she insisted on filming to continue...What a true Angel she was😇RIP Farrah🙏😇🥰🌺

[GboabGman]

I'm 48 and i was told last year i had colon cancer after my first ever colonoscopy, they found a large tumour growing and took biopsies then i was taken to a room after recovery and told i had cancer, fast forward 1 year and 7 colonoscopies, ct scan and it turned out it was a lipoma. Had a final procedure called an endoloop which basically is like a lasso to cut off the blood supply to the lipoma so it falls off and gets passed naturally. what a rollercoaster of a year

[aikenandre]

Insurance need to bump the age down from 45 to 35 to cover full coverage

[groverbyard]

My uncle died of this last year around this time. The symptoms were there but he did not see about it until it was too late. Please get screened.

[remedymeHOUSEdoctor]

Your video on colon cancer hits close to home for me. I recently started a channel to provide more educational content about colon cancer and the lessons I've learned along the way. Your content is inspiring, and I believe we can create a positive impact by sharing our stories.

[B-Bot]

I have it i have Colon cancer 😭 uh oh i need to go hospital 🏥

[keegan]

Don’t be afraid if you have symptoms.
Get to see your doctor IMMEDIATELY, It may be nothing.
Early diagnosis is the key to a full recovery If you are positive.
Be a survivor not a victim.

[sandracopperwheathunt]

Lost a 48 yrs old brother to colon cancer due to gp miss diagnosis, friend lost her son diagnosed at 18 died at 21 had surgery and follow up treatments but sadly still passed, horrible disease

[RJelly-fihd]

I couldn't even get through the prep for the procedure. I was cramping so bad! I really need the procedure, though!

[JeanBray-cjlu]

I lost 3 brothers to colon cancer. It spread throughout their bodies.
1 sister diagnosed with it.
All but 10 inches of large intestine removed. That was 8 years ago. Doctors said she was cancer free after 5 years. Last year she lost 1/3 of her lung, it had spread. Now its in another part of her body.
Myself, had 1st large polyp removed at 19.
At age 38, problem developed with colon.
Severe pain on 1 side.
Colonoscopy done.
Found 5 benign polyups.
Every 4 years, more removed. Last time was 3 years, polyups removed, again benign.
This year 4 polyups removed. 2 were pre cancer. Because of my age, there will be no more colonoscopys. I was told it was a risk to have procedure done. So just have to let cancer develope. I am only 78 years old.

[selianghnaga]

Guy's also worries for my mom she also got colon cancer please pray for her 🙏🙏🙏