{"id":8441,"date":"2025-02-18T12:07:06","date_gmt":"2025-02-18T12:07:06","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/scenicwhispers.com\/?p=8441"},"modified":"2025-02-18T12:07:22","modified_gmt":"2025-02-18T12:07:22","slug":"5-ways-your-body-might-be-telling-you-that-you-have-colon-cancer","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/scenicwhispers.com\/archives\/8441","title":{"rendered":"5 Ways Your Body Might Be Telling You That You Have Colon Cancer"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class='\"e203d292fa9695fdc6e7\"'>\n<div class='\"e9933adef6b98975e8b0\"'>\n\n<div class='\"da6593441928737fb4a6\"' data-test-id='\"article-content\"'>\n<div>\n<div class='\"e599d42b92530cddc130' d678c9ac111a6390ff29>\n<p>Your colon plays a crucial role in digestion and overall\u00a0health, but problems can develop silently before noticeable symptoms appear. Ignoring potential warning signs can lead to serious complications, including conditions like inflammatory bowel disease or even colorectal cancer. That\u2019s why it&rsquo;s important to stay alert to changes in your body that might indicate something is wrong. Here are five key warning signs that could signal an issue with your colon\u2014and why you should take them seriously.\n</p><p>CONTENT IS PROVIDED FOR INFORMATIONAL PURPOSES ONLY AND IS NOT INTENDED AS A SUBSTITUTE OF MEDICAL ADVICE.\n</p><p>SEEK GUIDANCE OF YOUR DOCTOR REGARDING YOUR HEALTH AND MEDICAL CONDITIONS.\n\n\n</p><div>\n<div class='\"e599d42b92530cddc130' d678c9ac111a6390ff29>\n<h2>A\u00a0tiktoker shared her experience.\n\n\n<div>\n<div class='\"fe475c3f28885ceec1f1\"' tabindex='\"-1\"'>\n<div data-test-id='\"article-image-2\"'>\n<picture class='\"b10992b7e7307cb7c32f\"'><source srcset='\"https:\/\/wl-brightside.cf.tsp.li\/resize\/728x\/webp\/760\/841\/c155fa5dadb9a36dbc60681a43.png.webp' type='\"image\/webp\"'></source><img loading='\"lazy\"' decoding='\"async\"' id='\"image28099827\"' class='\"e33ce0f82f0e7404cc63\"' title='\"\"' src="%5C%22https:%5C/%5C/wl-brightside.cf.tsp.li%5C/resize%5C/728x%5C/png%5C/760%5C/841%5C/c155fa5dadb9a36dbc60681a43.png%5C%22" alt='\"\"' width='\"728\"' height='\"882\"'>\n<div class='\"bf0a2e8fd2dd44f1e1c9\"'>\n<div>\n<div>\n\n\n<section class='\"d17df1a8ad4a418bd28a' be4f2b8f955c4fc8bea6 data-id='\"28099827\"'>\n<div class='\"e98cf7c6464e2e984a41\"'>\n<div class='\"aed62af27ad9dd3e8c03' ed99307b75b012ec4c7a e2efe1fd378420e9f526>\n<div class='\"d2e9be9853b74c32d4d7\"' data-test-id='\"new-comment-editor\"'>\n<div class='\"d10f0e848414f3f0b260\"'>\n<div class='\"daaaf87bc91b6741a738\"' data-test-id='\"avatar\"'>\n<div class='\"d8e9ea6c474e65bd3d98\"'>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n<div>\n<div class='\"e599d42b92530cddc130' d678c9ac111a6390ff29>\n<p>TikToker\u00a0@radwah.oda, Radwah Oda, recently\u00a0shared\u00a0her shocking colon cancer\u00a0diagnosis\u00a0in a viral video, hoping to raise awareness about symptoms she initially dismissed. She urged viewers to pay attention to their bodies and seek medical advice if something feels off.\u00a0<strong>\u201cIf you have any of these symptoms, please don\u2019t be concerned, but go see a doctor. Advocate for yourself,\u201d\u00a0she emphasized.\n<p>While colon cancer is more\u00a0common\u00a0in older adults, it can develop at any age, and symptoms often go unnoticed until the disease has progressed. Recognizing subtle warning signs early can make a significant difference in treatment outcomes.\n\n\n</p><div>\n<div class='\"a7a009a2bc69238836f2\"'>\n<aside class='\"ca17a89d1f9c34c777a4\"' data-test-id='\"advert-d-inread-l-1\"' data-adunit-type='\"d-inread-l-1\"' data-adunit-started='\"true\"'>\n<div class='\"f5404ebf8cd5437b33d6\"'>\n\n<aside class='\"ca17a89d1f9c34c777a4\"' data-test-id='\"advert-d-inread-r-1\"' data-adunit-type='\"d-inread-r-1\"' data-adunit-started='\"true\"'>\n<div class='\"f5404ebf8cd5437b33d6\"'>\n<div id='\"advert_2\"' class='\"ba77251e8836b46a7232\"'>\n\n\n\n<div>\n<div class='\"fe475c3f28885ceec1f1\"' tabindex='\"-1\"'>\n<div data-test-id='\"article-image-5\"'>\n<picture class='\"b10992b7e7307cb7c32f\"'><source srcset='\"https:\/\/wl-brightside.cf.tsp.li\/resize\/728x\/webp\/030\/978\/350aa45ff3a0a1f722ac2b80c6.jpg.webp' type='\"image\/webp\"'></source><img loading='\"lazy\"' decoding='\"async\"' id='\"image28099830\"' class='\"e33ce0f82f0e7404cc63\"' title='\"\"' src="%5C%22https:%5C/%5C/wl-brightside.cf.tsp.li%5C/resize%5C/728x%5C/jpg%5C/030%5C/978%5C/350aa45ff3a0a1f722ac2b80c6.jpg%5C%22" alt='\"\"' width='\"728\"' height='\"529\"'>\n<div class='\"bf0a2e8fd2dd44f1e1c9\"'>\n<div>\n\n\n\n\n<div>\n<div class='\"e599d42b92530cddc130' d678c9ac111a6390ff29>\n<h2>1. Thin stool\n\n\n<div>\n<div class='\"fe475c3f28885ceec1f1\"' tabindex='\"-1\"'>\n<div data-test-id='\"article-image-7\"'>\n<picture class='\"b10992b7e7307cb7c32f\"'><source srcset='\"https:\/\/wl-brightside.cf.tsp.li\/resize\/728x\/webp\/8f8\/3bd\/a0231857bc8e8b760bf69dbbcc.jpg.webp' type='\"image\/webp\"'></source><img loading='\"lazy\"' decoding='\"async\"' id='\"image28099833\"' class='\"e33ce0f82f0e7404cc63\"' title='\"\"' src="%5C%22https:%5C/%5C/wl-brightside.cf.tsp.li%5C/resize%5C/728x%5C/jpg%5C/8f8%5C/3bd%5C/a0231857bc8e8b760bf69dbbcc.jpg%5C%22" alt='\"\"' width='\"728\"' height='\"386\"'>\n<div class='\"bf0a2e8fd2dd44f1e1c9\"'>\n<div>\n\n\n\n\n<div>\n<div class='\"e599d42b92530cddc130' d678c9ac111a6390ff29>\n<p>One of the lesser-known signs of colon cancer is a noticeable change in stool shape. While\u00a0occasional\u00a0narrow stools are usually harmless,\u00a0<strong>persistently thin or pencil-like stools could indicate a narrowing of the colon due to a tumor or obstruction.\n<p>This change happens when something restricts the normal passage of waste, making it difficult for stool to pass through as usual. If you frequently notice thin stools, it\u2019s important to consult a doctor to rule out any serious underlying conditions.\n\n\n</p><div>\n<div class='\"e599d42b92530cddc130' d678c9ac111a6390ff29>\n<h2>2. Going to\u00a0the bathroom a\u00a0lot\n\n\n<div>\n<div class='\"fe475c3f28885ceec1f1\"' tabindex='\"-1\"'>\n<div data-test-id='\"article-image-10\"'>\n<picture class='\"b10992b7e7307cb7c32f\"'><source srcset='\"https:\/\/wl-brightside.cf.tsp.li\/resize\/728x\/webp\/bf8\/480\/0b04d158c68352dd5b615e1d72.png.webp' type='\"image\/webp\"'></source><img loading='\"lazy\"' decoding='\"async\"' id='\"image28099836\"' class='\"e33ce0f82f0e7404cc63\"' title='\"\"' src="%5C%22https:%5C/%5C/wl-brightside.cf.tsp.li%5C/resize%5C/728x%5C/png%5C/bf8%5C/480%5C/0b04d158c68352dd5b615e1d72.png%5C%22" alt='\"\"' width='\"728\"' height='\"410\"'>\n<div class='\"bf0a2e8fd2dd44f1e1c9\"'>\n<div>\n\n\n\n\n<div>\n<div class='\"e599d42b92530cddc130' d678c9ac111a6390ff29>\n<p>Frequent trips to the bathroom might not always be a sign of a problem, but a\u00a0<strong>sudden<strong>\u00a0increase in bowel movements\u2014especially if paired with changes in consistency or urgency\u2014could be a red flag.\n<p>Some people with colon cancer experience diarrhea, while others have the constant urge to go but struggle to pass stool. These changes happen when a tumor disrupts normal bowel function. If you\u2019re experiencing persistent shifts in your bathroom habits without a clear cause, it\u2019s worth getting checked by a medical professional.\n\n\n</p><div>\n<div class='\"e599d42b92530cddc130' d678c9ac111a6390ff29>\n<h2>3. Pain on\u00a0the lower left side of\u00a0the abdomen\n\n\n<div>\n<div class='\"fe475c3f28885ceec1f1\"' tabindex='\"-1\"'>\n<div data-test-id='\"article-image-14\"'>\n<picture class='\"b10992b7e7307cb7c32f\"'><source srcset='\"https:\/\/wl-brightside.cf.tsp.li\/resize\/728x\/webp\/3ce\/017\/ffab82565191f7ff5ea3943ecb.jpg.webp' type='\"image\/webp\"'></source><img loading='\"lazy\"' decoding='\"async\"' id='\"image28099839\"' class='\"e33ce0f82f0e7404cc63\"' title='\"\"' src="%5C%22https:%5C/%5C/wl-brightside.cf.tsp.li%5C/resize%5C/728x%5C/jpg%5C/3ce%5C/017%5C/ffab82565191f7ff5ea3943ecb.jpg%5C%22" alt='\"\"' width='\"728\"' height='\"378\"'>\n<div class='\"bf0a2e8fd2dd44f1e1c9\"'>\n<div>\n\n\n\n\n<div>\n<div class='\"e599d42b92530cddc130' d678c9ac111a6390ff29>\n<p>Radwah Oda\u00a0explained\u00a0that one of the first symptoms she ignored was a\u00a0pain\u00a0on the lower right side of her body, just beneath her breast. Assuming her bra was too tight, she dismissed the discomfort for months, not realizing it could be a warning sign.\n</p><p>A tumor in the colon\u00a0<strong>can lead to an\u00a0<strong>obstruction<strong>, blocking the passage of stool and causing severe pain, often concentrated on the lower left side of the abdomen. If you notice ongoing pain or changes in bowel habits, it&rsquo;s crucial to seek medical attention rather than dismissing the symptoms.\n\n\n<div>\n<div class='\"e599d42b92530cddc130' d678c9ac111a6390ff29>\n<h2>4. Always being tired\n\n\n<div>\n<div class='\"fe475c3f28885ceec1f1\"' tabindex='\"-1\"'>\n<div data-test-id='\"article-image-17\"'>\n<picture class='\"b10992b7e7307cb7c32f\"'><source srcset='\"https:\/\/wl-brightside.cf.tsp.li\/resize\/728x\/webp\/23b\/73c\/8d3a795b9ba47d7b898d78f05d.jpg.webp' type='\"image\/webp\"'></source><img loading='\"lazy\"' decoding='\"async\"' id='\"image28099842\"' class='\"e33ce0f82f0e7404cc63\"' title='\"\"' src="%5C%22https:%5C/%5C/wl-brightside.cf.tsp.li%5C/resize%5C/728x%5C/jpg%5C/23b%5C/73c%5C/8d3a795b9ba47d7b898d78f05d.jpg%5C%22" alt='\"\"' width='\"728\"' height='\"546\"'>\n<div class='\"bf0a2e8fd2dd44f1e1c9\"'>\n<div>\n\n\n\n\n<div>\n<div class='\"e599d42b92530cddc130' d678c9ac111a6390ff29>\n<p>Feeling drained all the time, even after a full night\u2019s rest, could be more than just everyday exhaustion. This type of\u00a0tiredness doesn\u2019t go away with rest and often comes with dizziness or shortness of breath. If you find yourself struggling with constant fatigue without an obvious reason, it\u2019s crucial to consider possible underlying health issues, including colon-related conditions.\n\n\n</p><div>\n<div class='\"c9651ae372cb2ea108a5' a7a009a2bc69238836f2 dbd3833dbc73d3acd29b>\n<aside class='\"ca17a89d1f9c34c777a4\"' data-test-id='\"advert-d-inread-3\"' data-adunit-type='\"d-inread-3\"' data-adunit-started='\"true\"'>\n<div id='\"advert_5\"' class='\"ba77251e8836b46a7232\"'>\n\n\n\n<div>\n<div class='\"e599d42b92530cddc130' d678c9ac111a6390ff29>\n<h2>5. Bloated stomach\n\n\n<div>\n<div class='\"fe475c3f28885ceec1f1\"' tabindex='\"-1\"'>\n<div data-test-id='\"article-image-21\"'>\n<picture class='\"b10992b7e7307cb7c32f\"'><source srcset='\"https:\/\/wl-brightside.cf.tsp.li\/resize\/728x\/webp\/7cd\/a32\/8ed9485681805caae646e89546.jpg.webp' type='\"image\/webp\"'></source><img loading='\"lazy\"' decoding='\"async\"' id='\"image28099845\"' class='\"e33ce0f82f0e7404cc63\"' title='\"\"' src="%5C%22https:%5C/%5C/wl-brightside.cf.tsp.li%5C/resize%5C/728x%5C/jpg%5C/7cd%5C/a32%5C/8ed9485681805caae646e89546.jpg%5C%22" alt='\"\"' width='\"728\"' height='\"379\"'>\n<div class='\"bf0a2e8fd2dd44f1e1c9\"'>\n<div>\n<div>\n\n\n<section class='\"d17df1a8ad4a418bd28a' be4f2b8f955c4fc8bea6 data-id='\"28099845\"'>\n<div class='\"e98cf7c6464e2e984a41\"'>\n<div class='\"aed62af27ad9dd3e8c03' ed99307b75b012ec4c7a e2efe1fd378420e9f526>\n<div class='\"d2e9be9853b74c32d4d7\"' data-test-id='\"new-comment-editor\"'>\n<div class='\"d10f0e848414f3f0b260\"'>\n<form class='\"bc5d2f670964baf0d1df\"' data-test-id='\"comment-editor-form\"'>\n<div class='\"ce9be2020e1a2a183cb6\"' data-test-id='\"actions-block\"'>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n<div>\n<div class='\"e599d42b92530cddc130' d678c9ac111a6390ff29>\n<p>Persistent bloating isn\u2019t just a digestive inconvenience\u2014it can be a\u00a0symptom\u00a0of something more serious. Colon cancer can cause\u00a0blockages\u00a0in the intestines, leading to gas buildup, swelling, and discomfort.\n</p><p>Many people dismiss bloating as a minor issue, but if it becomes frequent, painful, or doesn\u2019t improve with diet changes, it\u2019s worth discussing with a doctor. In some cases, bloating can indicate that a tumor is interfering with normal digestive processes, making early detection vital.\n\n\n</p><div>\n<div class='\"e41bc9ff01216090d280' d6eb696a7c7bedeb0cc1>\n<blockquote id='\"v374300678213668\"' class='\"tiktok-embed\"' cite='\"https:\/\/www.tiktok.com\/@radwah.oda\/video\/7414189542183308586\"' data-video-id='\"7414189542183308586\"'><p><iframe src="%5C%22https:%5C/%5C/www.tiktok.com%5C/embed%5C/v2%5C/7414189542183308586?lang=en-US&amp;referrer=https%3A%2F%2Fbrightside.me%2Farticles%2F5-ways-your-body-might-be-telling-you-that-you-have-colon-cancer-823554%2F%3Fclick_id%3D124d4d11-8076-46d1-9205-9931ec49a764%26utm_campaign%3Dannouncement_links%26utm_medium%3Dstories%26utm_source%3D5_minute_crafts_fb%5C%22" name='\"__tt_embed__v374300678213668\"' sandbox='\"allow-popups' allow-popups-to-escape-sandbox allow-scripts allow-top-navigation allow-same-origin data-mce-fragment='\"1\"'>\n\n\n<div>\n<div class='\"e599d42b92530cddc130' d678c9ac111a6390ff29>\n<p>Belly fat is one of the most stubborn areas to target when losing weight, but the right combination of\u00a0exercises\u00a0and lifestyle changes can make all the difference.\n\n\n\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"</p><p>Your colon plays a crucial role in digestion and overall\u00a0health, but problems can develop silently before noticeable symptoms appear. 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