Intestinal cancer, also known as colon and rectal cancer, is one of the most common types of cancer worldwide, including prostate, lung and breast cancer. About one million people are diagnosed with bowel cancer each year. The numbers for bowel cancer are staggering. More than 50 percent of bowel cancer patients survive 10 years or more after diagnosis. Meanwhile, more than half of all bowel cancer cases are preventable.
HOW TO PREVENT BOTTOM CANCER?
One of the best ways to prevent any type of cancer developing is good lifestyle habits. This includes quitting smoking, reducing alcohol consumption, exercising regularly, and eating a balanced diet.
A recent study published in the journal Europe PMC found that consuming pickled vegetables can increase a person’s risk of developing bowel cancer.
The study conducted by Sichuan University concluded: “Excessive consumption of pickled vegetables may be a risk factor for bowel cancer.”
WHAT ARE THE SYMPTOMS OF BOTTOM CANCER?
Bowel cancer symptoms to watch out for include:
- A persistent and unexplained change in bowel movements
- Bleeding
- blood in stool
- painful defecation
- Extreme tiredness for no apparent reason
- Abdominal pain or lump
If you are experiencing one or more of these symptoms, it does not necessarily mean that you have cancer. Other medical illnesses can also cause similar symptoms. Consult your doctor as soon as possible for the most accurate results.