Colorectal Cancer Signs and Symptoms
Colorectal cancer can be asymptomatic (i.e., it may not cause symptoms). Blood in the stool is a common sign of the disease. Blood may be bright red or dark in color, and may not be noticeable. Chronic bleeding may result in iron deficiency anemia, which may cause fatigue and pale skin.
Other symptoms include the following:
- Abdominal discomfort (e.g., pain, bloating, cramping, fullness)
- Change in bowel habits
- Constipation or diarrhea
- Narrow stools
- Nausea and vomiting
- Unexplained weight loss
Physician-developed and -monitored.
Original Date of Publication: 15 Aug 1999
Reviewed by: Toomas Sorra, M.D., F.A.C.G.
Last Reviewed: 26 May 2008
Colon Cancer (Colorectal Cancer), Colorectal Cancer Signs and Symptoms reprinted with permission from oncologychannel.com
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