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Colorectal cancer is something that is typically thought to be an issue that only people aged 50 or older should worry about. While there has been a drop in the rate of new colon and rectal cancer diagnoses in those aged 50+, incidence rates are increasing for those under 50. Traditionally, routine colonoscopies are scheduled after the age of 50, but screening standards may soon change.
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Prostate cancer is often thought of as something that older men have to worry about, but that isn’t necessarily the case. According to recent research, the number of younger men diagnosed with prostate cancer has increased 600% in the last 20 years. Of the estimated 241,000 Americans that will be diagnosed with prostate cancer, approximately 10 percent will be early onset. Not only is prostate cancer being found in young men, it is often more aggressive.
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Your colon is a major part of your digestive system that helps remove waste and send nutrients from food into your body. The colon can develop a disease called colorectal cancer. Fortunately there are ways you can prevent colorectal cancer through things like exercise and early screening.
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Kidney cancer, also referred to as renal cell carcinoma (RCC), is among the top 10 cancers found in men. About 40,000 new cases are reported each year, with a majority of them being in men over 40, who fall into the high-risk category. The good news is that there’s a very high survival rate, so it’s important to look for the warning signs to diagnose the disease early. With March being Kidney Cancer Awareness Month, this is the perfect opportunity to educate yourself.
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Of the cancers that affect men and women in the United States, colorectal cancer is the third most common. According to the most recent colorectal cancer statistics, over 136,000 Americans were diagnosed with the disease in 2013.
Research suggests that the prevalence of this common cancer may be due in part to emulsifiers. Emulsifiers are additives that are used in most processed foods to improve texture and extend shelf life. They are present in many of the foods we eat fairly regularly.
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Coffee is one of the most universally consumed beverages around. In fact, it is estimated that 83% of American adults drink coffee daily. It is well known that coffee can help to wake you up, but can it actually help prevent cancer?
Having fair skin and getting sunburn easily raises the risk for skin cancer, but everyone is still at risk for skin cancer, regardless of skin fairness. It’s important to take the necessary steps to protect skin from overexposure that could cause cancer.
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1.Risk increases if you are more than 50 years old.
2. Genetics, family history and age are all common factors for the likelihood of being diagnosed with colorectal cancer.
3. Screening options include colonoscopy, which are done every ~10 years, fecal occult blood test or stool tests, which are done every year, and sigmoidoscopy, which are done every five years.
4. Eating red meat and processed meat have been linked to developing colorectal cancer. You should also exercise, and avoid alcohol and tobacco products to lower your risk of colorectal cancer.
5. Precancerous polyps tend to have a few different common symptoms. They include blood in the stool, stomach aches, cramping, and sometimes excessive, atypical weight loss.
6. Colorectal cancer will usually start as a polyp and progress over the next few years. This is why screening for cancer is crucial! Detecting polyps prior to the development of cancer can increase survival rates.
7. A diet that is high in fiber and Vitamin D can aid in the prevention of developing colorectal cancer.
To schedule a colorectal cancer screening, call Southwest Diagnostic Center at (214) 345-8300 today!
Several treatment options are available, including surgery or medical treatment.
The choice of treatment depends upon the stage of the cancer. The “stage” describes the size and aggressiveness of the cancer, including whether it has spread to other parts of the body (such as the lungs, liver, or bones). Lower stage cancers are generally not as advanced and are less likely to come back after treatment.