What kind of diet is best to prevent colon cancer?
I just found out I am genetically predisposed to have it at an earlier age.
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Answer by JimDiets that are thought to increase the risk of colon cancer are ones high in red meat, refined sugar and low in fiber, fruit and vegetables. For more information on diet and when you should undergo screening, check out colon cancer on WebMD or emdicine.
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Can i get colon cancer if my partner>?
Can u get colon cancer if you have sex with your partner who has it ?? Serious question
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Answer by DeniseddsNo. Cancer is not contagious.
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If you have colon cancer, can you replace your colon with a rubber ball once removed?
Im not joking at all. He said its made of plastic and needs to be taken out twice a month.
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Answer by mike1942fWhat?
You have to wear a plastic bag attached to a surgical hole in your stomach and dispose of the bags like diapers are, as far as I know.
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What is the chance of a 15 year old getting colon cancer?
I have no family history, i have bad gas pains today and my stool if pebbly.
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Answer by jackbottoms2000quite low i imagine
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What are the chances of a 27yr-old female having colon cancer?
My fiance has had symptoms that have led doctors to suspect many different things. She goes in to a gastroenterologist(sp?) tomorrow. Her blood tests revealed that she is losing minimal blood internally. I feel like her doctor is sparing her the scary possibilities. What could be the causes of this?
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Answer by mlgableThe bleeding could be anything from an ulcer to a rectal tear or it could be from an eroded esophagus or from many things… Read On..
Why does obesity increase the risk of colon cancer?
I understand that obesity is one of the highest risk factors of developing colorectal cancer, but I don’t understand why. I’ve researched a little and can’t find an answer.
Thanks for the contributions! More detail can be added though, I’m a nursing student, so no need to be super basic! Thanks 
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Answer by Memere RN/BAObesity is a risk factor for many things. Just being over weight can cause heart attacks etc. Colon cancer can occur because of the… Read On..
Is there still a chance I wouldn’t get colon cancer?
My mom has colon cancer but she has no family history of it. I found out online that the people that have colon cancer, 80% of those people had no family history and 20% did. My father on the other hand had a father that had it and died from it. We do not know if my dad has it because he is afraid to go to the doctor and find out. I don’t believe any of his brother and sisters have it though. Is there still a chance… Read On..
Do you, or a loved one, have colon cancer?
For my psychology class, we got to draw an unfortunate event and write a story about it. Mine is, “A happy family of five receives the devastating news that the 42-year-old mother has cancer and may live another year at most.” I’ve chosen colon cancer. What can you tell me about it? I’d really appreciate anyone who helps, and I understand that this is a tough subject to talk about.
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Answer by ChaylaNatorglad to help you
My Grandpa has it.
He’s 65, I believe. He… Read On..
does anal fissure connect with colon cancer?
Few months ago i was using #2 and tried hard that it bled. Then i went to Walgreens to buy benefiber. After i used benefiber it never bled ever since. This only happened ONCE that i knew of. Does this relate to colon cancer?
just to let you know I come from a family where the boy can’t act like a sissy so this means I can’t cry about my self having medical problems or check for appointments.this means i have to deal with it>.>
-age 17, and… Read On..
if you have colon cancer that is obstructing the bowels, will a laxative still work?
nima, i dont have colon cancer, im asking a simple question. please answer the question or dont. if colon cancer is obstructing the bowels, will a laxitive still work?
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Answer by Nima MYou shouldn’t be getting advice about colon cancer on this website. If your doctor has recommended laxatives, use them, otherwise you should ask the doctors who are treating you.
If you have an obstructing tumor in your colon and are now unable to pass feces or… Read On..
