Genetic predisposition, wrong nutrition, obesity... As a result of all these, if surgical intervention is not performed on benign polyps that appear in the intestine, you face the risk of colon cancer.
Colon cancer comes with polyps
Colon cancer is a disease that can be prevented and completely cured when diagnosed at an early stage. Malignant tumors located in the large intestine are known as cancer. According to research, colorectal cancer ranks second in Europe and third in the USA in terms of deaths.
General Surgery Specialist Op. Dr. Cengiz Dibekoğlu: “Most of the time, the disease may not show symptoms or make complaints until it progresses. However, there are preliminary findings in colorectal cancer. It is possible to diagnose cancer early by looking at these findings. Cancer often starts as a polyp. In other words, 80% of cancers occurring in the large intestine first appear as polyps. "For this reason, fighting against them first can prevent the formation of colon cancer," he said.
It occurs benignly
Op. Dr. Cengiz Dibekoğlu: “Polyps first begin as benign formations and can turn into cancer over time. Size of polyps is important for cancer development. "While the risk of cancer is low in polyps smaller than 1 cm, the risk increases if they are larger than 2 cm," he said.
Be careful if you have these symptoms! constipation-like or persistent diarrhea or constipation)
- Red bleeding from the anus, blood mixed or contaminated with defecation.
- Abdominal bloating, restlessness and unexplained cramps, pains
- Not fully relieved after defecation feeling of being sick
- Fatigue (large intestine tumors bleed slowly and cause anemia, which can cause complaints such as fatigue and palpitations)
- Weight loss for no reason.
How should we eat?
- Consumption of fibrous foods is very important. It is recommended to consume at least 30 grams of fibrous foods per day for intestinal health. Fiber is abundant in all vegetables, fruits and grains.
- Plenty of fiber A calcium-rich diet is recommended in rda
(yoghurt and dairy products)
- Consumption of multigrain bread has protective properties
- Avoiding consumption of excessively fatty foods and refined foods
- Calcium and folic acid supplements can be used .
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