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Tag: Colon Cancer Treatment

What Are the Symptoms of Colorectal Cancer?

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Colorectal cancer (e.g., colon cancer) is a highly treatable and often curable disease if it is diagnosed early. In March 2014, the American Cancer Society reported a 30 percent decrease in colon cancer rates in the United States in the last 10 years among adults aged 50 and older. This decrease is attributed to a widespread increase in colorectal … Continued

Colon Cancer Risk Factors and Treatment

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Excluding skin cancers, colon cancer is the third most common cancer diagnosed in the United States. Colon cancer, also known as colorectal cancer, occurs when a malignant tumor develops in your large intestine. Each year, approximately 136,000 people are diagnosed with colon cancer, but the good news is, it’s a highly treatable form of cancer. … Continued