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What is Colorectal carcinoma ?

Colorectal carcinoma is a cancer, or malignant tumor, of the large intestine, which may affect the colon or rectum. The colon (also called the large intestine) is broken…

What is Colorectal carcinoma ?
Colorectal carcinoma is a cancer, or malignant tumor, of the large intestine, which may affect the colon or rectum. The colon (also called the large intestine) is broken up into a few different anatomic segments and attached to your small intestine.

Symptoms

A change in bowel habits.
Blood in or on your stool (bowel movement).
Diarrhea, constipation, or feeling that the bowel does not empty all the way.
Abdominal pain, aches, or cramps that don't go away.
Weight loss and you don't know why.

Causes

Lack of regular physical activity. A diet low in fruit and vegetables. A low-fiber and high-fat diet, or a diet high in processed meats. Overweight and obesity.

Treatment

Removing polyps during a colonoscopy (polypectomy).
Endoscopic mucosal resection.
Minimally invasive surgery (laparoscopic surgery).

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