The following symptoms may indicate colorectal cancer. If you experience any of these symptoms, it is important that you see your doctor for further evaluation.

Warning Signs:

  • Blood in the stool (bright red or very dark)
  • Rectal bleeding
  • Change in bowel habits
  • Frequent constipation
  • Frequent diarrhea
  • Feeling that bowel is not emptying completely
  • Stool that are narrower than usual (pencil thin)
  • Abdominal discomfort - frequent gas pains, bloating, fullness and/or cramps
  • Unexplained weight loss

Often there are no symptoms of colorectal cancer. Regular screening is the best way to find polyps before they become cancerous or to detect cancers early.

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