How fast does colon cancer kill you?

Answer 1

Colorectal cancer is the third most common cancer in men and women in the U.S. When it's caught in its early stages, it's easily treated and often cured. But because it is usually not discovered early, it is the second leading cause of cancer deaths in the U.S. The exact cause is unknown, but most cases begin as polyps, which are small growths inside the colon or rectum. Colon polyps are very common, and most of them do not turn into cancer. Most polyps are easily found with fairly simple screening tests. Screening tests are tests that look for a certain disease or condition before any symptoms appear. In the case of colon cancer, screening tests can find evidence of polyps in the intestine. Sometimes the doctor can remove any polyps that are found at the same time.

You are more likely to get colorectal cancer if you eat a high-fat diet, smoke, or have a history of this type of cancer in your family. However, most people who get colorectal cancer have none of these things in their background. Other, less common symptoms of early-stage colorectal cancer include fatigue and unexplained weight loss.

If caught in time the chances of beating colon cancer is very high.

Answer 2

my mother ( aged 80 ) has just been diagnosed with advanced colon cancer . It has spread from colon to the small bowel and there is secondary on the liver. We were told today she may have 6 months if untreated or 12 months if she undergoes chemotherapy Bad news for our family

Answer 3

Colon cancer can kill you if you don't get treatment - however, is is one of the cancers that is easily treated if you do your yearly check-ups and see the doctor as soon as you see any symptoms.

Answer 4

Absolutely. Any kind of cancer can kill you.

Answer 5

Yes, you can die from colon cancer. I`m sorry... Do you know someone with this type of cancer? Yes, I know it is very scary. But there is hope. Never, ever, forget that =^-^=

Answer 6

Usually because it spreads to other parts of the body.

Answer 7

Like all invasive procedures, a colonoscopy carries risks. The risk of death is very low.