The following symptoms may indicate colorectal cancer. If you experience any of these symptoms, it is important that you see your doctor for further evaluation.
Warning Signs:
- Blood in the stool (bright red or very dark)
- Rectal bleeding
- Change in bowel habits
- Frequent constipation
- Frequent diarrhea
- Feeling that bowel is not emptying completely
- Stool that are narrower than usual (pencil thin)
- Abdominal discomfort - frequent gas pains, bloating, fullness and/or cramps
- Unexplained weight loss
Often there are no symptoms of colorectal cancer. Regular screening is the best way to find polyps before they become cancerous or to detect cancers early.