{"id":98205,"date":"2025-08-21T01:51:14","date_gmt":"2025-08-21T01:51:14","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us\/98205\/"},"modified":"2025-08-21T01:51:14","modified_gmt":"2025-08-21T01:51:14","slug":"colon-cancer-on-the-rise-among-youngsters-5-warning-symptoms-that-should-not-be-ignored","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us\/98205\/","title":{"rendered":"Colon cancer on the rise among youngsters: 5 warning symptoms that should not be ignored |"},"content":{"rendered":"

\"ColonColon cancer, a leading cause of cancer-related deaths, is increasingly affecting younger individuals. Those born in 1990 face twice the risk compared to those born in 1950. Changes in bowel habits, rectal bleeding, abdominal pain, unexplained weight loss, and persistent fatigue are crucial warning signs. Early diagnosis and awareness are vital for improved treatment outcomes and survival. Colon cancer is the second leading cause of cancer-related deaths worldwide. While this cancer<\/a> predominantly affects older individuals (aged 50 and above), it is increasingly being diagnosed in younger people. A recent study<\/a> suggests that compared to people born in 1950, those born in 1990 have twice the risk of developing colon cancer. Lifestyle factors such as poor diet, lack of physical activity, obesity, smoking, and alcohol consumption play a crucial role in the early onset. Early diagnosis is crucial for treatment outcomes and survival. This is why awareness around the disease, its symptoms, and prevention is crucial. Here are some of the warning symptoms of colon cancer you should not ignore. Take a look. Changes in bowel habits\"toilet\"If you notice any changes in your poop, do not ignore them. Yes, that’s right. How you poop really matters. Studies<\/a> have consistently shown that colorectal patients complain of changes in bowel habits. Any changes, such as constipation, diarrhea, narrowing, or frequency of your poop, should not be dismissed. If these symptoms persist lasts more than a few weeks, you should consult your healthcare provider. Blood in your poop\"rectalRectal bleeding is a hallmark sign of colon cancer. Studies<\/a> have shown that rectal bleeding, along with other factors, is predictive of colorectal cancer. If you notice blood in the poop on toilet paper, consult your doctor right away. The presence of blood can appear as dark or bright red patches in the poop. Though other conditions, such as hemorrhoids, too, could lead to rectal bleeding, it is important to find out the cause behind it. Belly pain\"ColonAn ache in your abdominal area is another significant sign of colon cancer. If you experience pain in the belly, with no known cause, talk to your doctor. A 2024 study<\/a> found that abdominal pain was the most common symptom (63%) in young patients with colorectal cancer. The pain may feel like cramps or bloating, and won’t go away, and hurt a lot. Unexplained weight loss\"weightWeight loss is a common and often early symptom of colon cancer. If you notice sudden weight loss without a known reason, it should not be dismissed. Weight loss, without even changing your diet or fitness levels, should be a cause of concern. This sign is noticeable, and you shouldn’t ignore it. <\/p>\n

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Constant fatigue\"ConstantIf you experience persistent tiredness, it’s a red flag. Feeling tired, even after a good night’s sleep, is a common symptom in people with colon cancer. Fatigue<\/a> is not normal. The lack of energy should not be dismissed. Talk to your doctor if you notice this sign, along with other symptoms.Disclaimer: This article is for informational purposes only and should not be considered medical advice. Always consult a qualified healthcare professional if you have a health concern.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"Colon cancer, a leading cause of cancer-related deaths, is increasingly affecting younger individuals. Those born in 1990 face…\n","protected":false},"author":2,"featured_media":98206,"comment_status":"","ping_status":"","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[34],"tags":[66088,9102,66089,66086,66090,44895,21874,66085,97,66091,66087],"class_list":["post-98205","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","category-health","tag-changes-in-bowel-habits","tag-colon-cancer","tag-colon-cancer-awareness","tag-colon-cancer-diagnosis","tag-colon-cancer-diet","tag-colon-cancer-symptoms","tag-colorectal-cancer","tag-early-signs-of-colon-cancer","tag-health","tag-rectal-bleeding-causes","tag-young-adults-colon-cancer"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/98205","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/2"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=98205"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/98205\/revisions"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/98206"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=98205"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=98205"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=98205"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}