What is Colorectal Cancer?

Description of the disease

Colorectal cancer is a malignant neoplasm that occurs in the colon or rectum. It is one of the most common types of cancer and can have serious consequences for health.

Classification

• Adenocarcinoma
• Carcinoid
• Sarcoma

Symptoms

• Changes in bowel habits, constipation or diarrhea
• Abdominal pain
• Blood in the stool
• Unexplained weight loss

Causes

The main cause of colorectal cancer is considered to be a metabolic disorder in the body, improper diet, genetic predisposition.

Diagnosis

Diagnosis of colorectal cancer includes colonoscopy, blood tests for tumor markers, computer tomography, and other studies.

Treatment

Treatment of colorectal cancer may include surgical intervention, chemotherapy, radiation therapy, and other methods, depending on the stage of the disease.

Prevention

• Healthy, high-fiber diet
• Physical activity
• Refusal of harmful habits

Doctor

The doctor who diagnoses and treats colorectal cancer is an oncologist.