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Colorectal Cancer — A Silent Disease with Inherited Risks

Colorectal cancer ranks among the most common cancers worldwide, with a significant number of diagnoses annually. While many cases stem from environmental factors and personal lifestyles, approximately 5-10% of patients inherit the disease genetically.

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Colorectal Cancer — A Concern for Those Under Age 50

The passing of actor Chadwick Boseman — renowned for his role as the Black Panther — from colon cancer at the age of 43 has brought heightened awareness to the risk of this disease among individuals under 50.

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Colorectal Cancer: Are you at Risk?

Colorectal cancer is caused by the uncontrolled growth of cells in the colon or rectum. It may take years to develop, and at the early stage, there may only be an abnormal growth of tissues known as polyps. However, these polyps can then develop into cancer if left untreated or not removed. In some cases, people with colorectal cancer have no abnormal symptoms, so they do not know that they have cancer. That’s why a check-up is important to find the polyps before they turn into cancer, especially if you are at risk. But the question is, ARE YOU AT RISK? Let us find out in this session of Stay Healthy Doctor Talk. Dr. Navara Dusitanond, a specialist for Colorectal & General Surgery, shared his expertise on this topic.

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Colonoscopy’s Leading Role in Cancer Prevention & Early Detection

Colon and rectal cancer, together called colorectal cancer, are the third-most prevalent cancer worldwide, and the fourth-leading cause of cancer-related deaths.

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Colonoscopy Screening

If you are 45 years or older or have a family history of colorectal cancer, a colonoscopy screening is recommended for the detection of any abnormalities.

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Colorectal Cancer

Colorectal Cancer can start in either the colon or rectum. The first stage of this cancer development involves a polyp being formed, which can become cancerous if not given proper attention.

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Colorectal Cancer

This high-tech outpatient procedure plays an important role in the prevention and earlier detection of colorectal cancer, which can be treated more successfully, and with less patient trauma, the earlier it’s detected.

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Health Briefs: Types of GI cancers

Second-hand tobacco smoke may cause non-alcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD) - a serious, potentially fatal disorder in which fat accumulates in the liver of people who consume little or no alcohol. That's the finding of a recent U.S. study published in the Journal of Hepatology.

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