Young People Risk Ofsus Cancer? These Are Symptoms To Watch Out For

JAKARTA - colon cancer or colorectal so far is known as a disease that more often attacks the elderly. But the health trend in recent years has shown significant changes.

More and more young people, even those in their 20s to 40s, are starting to be diagnosed with colon cancer. This makes health experts even more worried because this disease is often detected late in the youth group.

Reporting from the Mayo Clinic page, not all cases of colon cancer at a young age are caused by hereditary factors. In fact, only about 20% have genetic factors. The rest is influenced by lifestyles and body conditions. Some of the causes that are suspected to play a role include:

- Indigenous diets, such as eating fast food, sweet drinks, and processed foods.

- Lifestyle is motionless, sitting too much for a long time, either while working, watching, or playing gadgets.

- Ethical bacterial imbalance (microbiome), which can trigger inflammation and cell damage.

- The use of antibiotics has been repeated since childhood, which can change the bacteria environment in the intestines.

- Lack of cancer examination or screening, because generally new examinations are recommended starting at the age of 45 years.

- As a result, cancer at a young age is often not detected from an early age. Many patients only realize when cancer has entered an advanced stage.

Symptoms

Symptoms of colon cancer at a young age are often considered as normal complaints, such as digestive disorders or hemorrhoids. In fact, the sooner it is recognized, the greater the chance of recovering. Here are some symptoms that need to be considered:

- Blood on blood or bleeding from the anus. Often mistaken for hemorrhoids even though this is the most common symptom.

- Changes in the defecation pattern for example diarrhea or constipation that lasts more than two weeks.

- Repeated stomach pain or cramps

- Fast feeling of fatigue and weakness can be caused by iron deficiency due to bleeding in the intestines.

- Weight loss for no apparent reason

- Stomach feels full or bloating even if you eat a little

- Nausea or vomiting that is not clear the cause

If these symptoms appear and continue, immediately check with the doctor. Do not delay or underestimate complaints.

There are some simple steps that can help lower risk.

- Expand consumption of vegetables, fruit, and fibered foods

- Limit fast food, fried food, and sweet drinks

- Keep the ideal weight

- More active move and reduce sitting time for too long

- Avoid smoking and alcoholic beverages

- Know the health history of uncle's family

For people who have a high risk, doctors may suggest screening earlier before the age of 45.