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Together, colon and rectal cancers account for 10% of cancers in men and 11% of cancers in women
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Do rectal cancers come from polyps?
90% of colon and rectal cancers arise from polyps that are initially benign
How many Americans die from colon and rectal cancer?
Nearly 57,000 people died from colon and rectal cancer in the United States in 2003
What research has been done on colorectal cancer?
Research published in 2003 confirmed the benefits of physical activity in reducing risk of colon and rectal cancers.
Is there a gene related to colon or rectal cancer?
In patients with colon or rectal cancer, the p53 gene is mutated 70% of the time
Are Stage II rectal cancers treated with radiation?
Most Stage II and Stage III rectal cancers are treated with radiation and possibly chemotherapy prior to surgery
What are the symptoms of colon polyps?
Colon polyps often has no symptoms. However, some symptoms of colon polyps are pain, obstruction, rectal bleeding, abdominal pain, sweating and many more.
What are the top rectal cancer symptoms?
There are many possible causes of rectal pain, some benign and some more serious. You should make an appointment to see a physician, especiall if you are at risk for colon or rectal cancer.
Where is the American Board of Colon and Rectal Surgery?
Taylor, MI
What kind of carbohydrate fights colon cancers?
broculli
What is the rectal stump?
The rectal stump is the pouch left behind after the colon is diverted surgically to open at the abdominal wall ( a colostomy)
What are the major diseases of the excretory system?
colon cancer rectal cancer
How long does it take to become a colon-rectal surgeon?
10 YEARS
