Rectal Cancer Cases on the Rise, Linked to Environment and Diet
A new report indicates that a third of colon cancer cases now occur in the rectum, with experts suspecting environmental factors and diet changes as potential triggers for this rise.
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A new report reveals that a third of colon cancer cases now occur in the rectum. Take these steps to protect yourself at any age.
herstockart/Getty Images Rectal cancer, a form of colon cancer that often comes with more blood in stool, is on the rise. Experts suspect something in our environment is triggering this — diet changes may play a role. At-home stool tests, colonoscopies, and more awareness of key symptoms can all help. More colon cancer cases are being diagnosed in the rectums of people in their 40s, 50s, and 60s, a clear sign that something in our modern environment is perturbing colon health, and making co...
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