Colon cancer has no specific symptoms: it is recommended to look for

“There are no specific symptoms to warn about this disease,” says Dr. Coloproctologist, a surgeon at the National Cancer Institute. Audrius Dulskas. According to the specialist, it is important for the public to know about this oncological disease as it could contribute to its earlier diagnosis. It is specifically designed to raise awareness of colon cancer.

However, A. Dulskas says that this disease does not have certain specific symptoms, so you should not look through your fingers for prolonged intestinal pain, unusual bowel movements, bloating, or weight loss. If symptoms persist for 4-6 weeks, it is recommended not to wait and consult a specialist.

The doctor warns that, in several cases, the disease is already advanced when patients begin to feel certain symptoms. Almost 20% were detected during the pandemic. late-stage cases than before the pandemic. Furthermore, according to A. Dulskas, even after conducting a prophylactic test and receiving a positive response warning of possible invisible bleeding in the eyes, not everyone sees a doctor, which means that the disease is diagnosed only in advanced form.

Pharmacist Jelena Deksnienė says that, at this time, customers are coming to the pharmacy more often for colon cancer testing. However, in general, when faced with bloating, clients are in no rush to consult due to difficulty in defecation, and often contact the pharmacy only when these feelings begin to interfere with daily life.

According to the pharmacist, you should not look through your fingers when you experience swelling or changes in bowel movements.

“For people who do not have any other disease, the sensations caused by nutrition should disappear in 1-2 days, if it lasts longer, it is recommended to solve this problem. If such symptoms reappear, it is advisable to consult a specialist. In such cases, we often consult, reassure and encourage clients who visit the pharmacy to contact specialists, ”says the pharmacist.

According to her, you should not be afraid of consultations, they often help to detect the disease earlier and to overcome it more easily.

Although the decisive factor influencing the development of colon cancer is not known, however, to prevent this disease, experts recommend paying attention to a full diet, physical activity, they recommend avoiding harmful habits.

Special tests can be found in Eurovaistinė pharmacies that can contribute to the early diagnosis of colon cancer. Prophylactic colon cancer screening is recommended without feeling any symptoms from the age of 50, but the disease also affects younger and younger people.

These tests help detect invisible bleeding that warns you to see a specialist. This positive test does not necessarily mean an oncological disease, the diagnosis can be made by colonoscopy.

Genetic influences are also seen in the diagnosis of colon cancer, so those with relatives who have been exposed to the disease should begin screening earlier. Experts urge you not to ignore any unusual symptoms you are feeling and to see a doctor if necessary.

When is prophylactic colon cancer screening recommended?

If you are over the age of 50, whether you are experiencing symptoms or not, it is recommended that you participate in a colon cancer screening program and undergo preventive testing.

If for some time you experience symptoms related to bowel function, weight loss, general weakness, it is recommended to consult a specialist immediately.