Colon Cancer

Colon is a four feet long muscular tube that extends from the end of the bowel to the anus. It is a part of large intestine and is divided into three components. Growth of cancerous tissue in the colon gives rise to colon cancer but sometimes it can spread towards the rectum to develop colorectal cancer. Though there is no defined cause for its onset, experts suggest that in several cases the cause is genetic in nature (inheritance of mutated gene). Certain risk factors like inflammation in the intestine, high fat diet, older age, diabetes, smoking and obesity increase its risk. Symptoms include diarrhoea, constipation with a feeling of heaviness in the rectum, discharge of blood from the rectum, abdominal pain, cramps and severe weight loss.

Antibiotics may increase risk of colon cancer: Study

Posted By ANI, August 24, 2019 at 11:13am

Antibiotics destroy or slow down the growth of bacteria. But now a new study says that they may increase the risk of colon cancer.
4 tips to reduce the risk of colon cancer

Posted By Editorial Team, March 06, 2019 at 05:20pm
All you need to know about colon cancer

Posted By Editorial Team, February 27, 2019 at 04:31pm

According to a new study conducted by food science researchers at the University of Massachusetts, a set of enzymes involved in tumour growth could be targeted to prevent or treat colon cancer. Here, we brief you about colon cancer and tricks to tackle it.
Garlic, onion can beat colorectal cancer + other dangerous diseases

Posted By Editorial Team, February 25, 2019 at 11:38am

Consumption of vegetables including garlic, onion and leek, is associated with a reduced risk of colorectal cancer. It has other health benefits too!
Increase your garlic & onion intake it can lower the risk of colon cancer for you

Posted By Agencies, February 22, 2019 at 11:59am

Consumption of allium vegetables including garlic, onion and leek, is associated with a reduced risk of colorectal cancer, researchers say
Know about these amazing health benefits of lemon zest

Posted By Editorial Team, February 14, 2019 at 07:39pm
Everything you want to know about Kshar Sutra for colorectal diseases

Posted By Editorial Team, February 04, 2019 at 04:18pm

Here's everything you want to know about the Ayurvedic parasurgical treament of colorectal diseases: Kshar Sutra
4 health benefits of black carrot

Posted By Shriya Sinha, January 31, 2019 at 03:59pm

Add black carrot to your diet to enjoy a host of health benefits.
Early detection of cancer may get easier in the near future

Posted By Saswati Sarkar, December 22, 2018 at 06:09pm

A path-breaking 2018 research by the National Institute of Health (NIH), US, has devised tests for faster diagnosis of cancer.
Obesity and cancer: What is the link?

Posted By Editorial Team, December 18, 2018 at 08:54am

Obesity is a result of and can cause several health complications. This is how it is linked to various types of cancers.
Screening for colorectal cancer may benefit male patients: Study

Posted By ANI, November 27, 2018 at 09:46am

A new study published in the British Journal of Surgery has revealed that screening for colorectal cancer can benefit male patients, while similar benefits are not found among women.
Know how to cleanse your colon naturally

Posted By Aishwarya Vaidya, November 25, 2018 at 05:18pm

Colon cleansing, also known as colon therapy, can help you to flush out those toxins from your body. So, opt for these effective hacks now!
Obesity could be a risk factor of colon cancer in women, says a study

Posted By Debjani Arora, October 15, 2018 at 10:39am

The Indian diet that is rich in fibre and also includes a lot of vegetables and fruits in them keeps the colon healthy for long and protects us from this form f cancer. But as we keep aping the western culture, increase dependency on junk food and eat less of a balanced diet the chances of suffering from colon cancer increases.
6 reasons why you should go for a Mediterranean diet

Posted By Sreemoyee Chatterjee, September 24, 2018 at 11:01pm
Scientists discover crucial triggers of colon cancer

Posted By Debjani Arora, September 19, 2018 at 01:15pm

Colorectal cancer (also known as colon cancer or bowel cancer) is the 6th common cause of cancer deaths in India. It develops due to overgrowth of cells lining the colon and the rectum.
Is a cancer vaccine for lynch syndrome soon in the offering?

Posted By Editorial Team, September 06, 2018 at 02:37pm

An Indian study says that a vaccine for treating Lynch Syndrome (LS), also known as hereditary non-polyposis colorectal cancer can show promising results.
Your dog can now detect cancer with your poop and urine

Posted By Sudhakar Jha, August 25, 2018 at 04:38pm

According to Medical Detection Dogs, trained canines have shown 93 per cent accuracy in detection early signs of prostate cancer in urine samples.
5 tips to reduce the risk of colorectal cancer

Posted By Debjani Arora, August 07, 2018 at 01:07pm

Certain risk factors like family history, smoking can make one susceptible to colon cancer. Here is how to deal with the same.
Diet beverages lower the risk of colon cancer: Study

Posted By Editorial Team, August 05, 2018 at 11:26am

The patients who drank one or more artificially-sweetened drinks per day had a 46 per cent lower risk of cancer recurrence.
Colon screening: 4 things to keep in mind when you go for a colonoscopy

Posted By Debjani Arora, July 31, 2018 at 07:38pm

One of the effective forms of colon screening, colonoscopy helps to detect bowel cancers early