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I just read the news from somewhere else and thought it was gutter.
At 27, I thought this colorectal cancer had already caught up with me. Nmetense, I have gone to hospital more than 10 times till colonoscopy was done to confirm it was not. While it is advisable to have colonoscopy tests after every 10 yrs if you’re over 50, kwangu naona nkifanya tests after 5 yrs.
One of the few MP’s I like. I hope he recovers soon.
Yes, let’s wait for god to do away with cancer. Sounds like a solid plan.
Sad…Very sad
A great parliamentarian.
Sober mind …now let’s hope that his marijuana bill is passed so that cancer patients can manage the pain
Daaaamn !!! Was wondering why he went AWOL…
I pray he gets well and fully recuperates. A very sober mp.
My favourite is [1 Sam. 5:6-12] where the Lord is threatening to give us haemorrhoids 
God is creative in punishments
Si kwa ubaya, colorectal cancer ni cancer ya mkundu?
stage 4. he has months to live
colo from colon and rectal from rectum. Its the so called bowel cancer
So kudenki ni taabu ukiwa na hii cancer?
Saratani is 10X worse than ukimwi.
Sida bana. Sio kudenki tu, stori ni eti unawezz denki damu. And that urge of feeling you didn’t empty your bowels completely all times.
Colorectal cancer, also known as bowel cancer, colon cancer, or rectal cancer, is any cancer that affects the colon and the rectum.
The American Cancer Society estimate that about 1 in 21 men and 1 in 23 women in the United States will develop colorectal cancerduring their lifetime.
It is the second leading cause of cancer death in women, and the third for men. However, due to advances in screening techniques and improvements in treatments, the death rate from colorectal cancer has been falling.
Colorectal cancer may be benign, or non-cancerous, or malignant. A malignant cancer can spread to other parts of the body and damage them.
[SIZE=6]Symptoms[/SIZE]
https://cdn1.medicalnewstoday.com/content/images/articles/155/155598/anatomy-of-the-large-intestine.jpgThe large intestine is also called the colon or large bowel.
Symptoms of colorectal cancer include:
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[li]changes in bowel habits[/li][li]diarrhea or constipation[/li][li]a feeling that the bowel does not empty properly after a bowel movement[/li][li]blood in feces that makes stools look black[/li][li]bright red blood coming from the rectum[/li][li]pain and bloating in the abdomen[/li][li]a feeling of fullness in the abdomen, even after not eating for a while.[/li][li]fatigue or tiredness[/li][li]unexplained weight loss[/li][li]a lump in the abdomen or the back passage felt by your doctor[/li][li]unexplained iron deficiency in men, or in women after menopause[/li][/ul]
Most of these symptoms may also indicate other possible conditions. It is important to see a doctor if symptoms persist for 4 weeks or more.
[SIZE=6]Treatment[/SIZE]
Treatment will depend on several factors, including the size, location, and stage of the cancer, whether or not it is recurrent, and the current overall state of health of the patient.
Treatment options include chemotherapy, radiotherapy, and surgery.
[SIZE=5]Surgery for colorectal cancer[/SIZE]
This is the most common treatment. The affected malignant tumors and any nearby lymph nodes will be removed, to reduce the risk of the cancer spreading.
The bowel is usually sewn back together, but sometimes the rectum is removed completely and a colostomy bag is attached for drainage. The colostomy bag collects stools. This is usually a temporary measure, but it may be permanent if it is not possible to join up the ends of the bowel.
If the cancer is diagnosed early enough, surgery may successfully remove it. If surgery does not stop the cancer, it will ease the symptoms.
[SIZE=5]Chemotherapy[/SIZE]
Chemotherapy involves using a medicine or chemical to destroy the cancerous cells. It is commonly used for colon cancer treatment. Before surgery, it may help shrink the tumor.
Targeted therapy is a kind of chemotherapy that specifically targets the proteins that encourage the development of some cancers. They may have fewer side effects than other types of chemotherapy. Drugs that may be used for colorectal cancer include bevacizumab (Avastin) and ramucirumab (Cyramza).
A study has found that patients with advanced colon cancer who receive chemotherapy and who have a family history of colorectal cancer have a significantly lower likelihood of cancer recurrence and death.
[SIZE=5]Radiation therapy[/SIZE]
Radiation therapy uses high energy radiation beams to destroy the cancer cells and to prevent them from multiplying. This is more commonly used for rectal cancer treatment. It may be used before surgery in an attempt to shrink the tumor.
Both radiation therapy and chemotherapy may be given after surgery to help lower the chances of recurrence.
[SIZE=5]Ablation[/SIZE]
Ablation can destroy a tumor without removing it. It can be carried out using radiofrequency, ethanol, or cryosurgery. These are delivered using a probe or needle that is guided by ultrasound or CT scanning technology.
[SIZE=5]Recovery[/SIZE]
Malignant tumors can spread to other parts of the body if left untreated. The chances of a complete cure depend enormously on how early the cancer is diagnosed and treated.
A patient’s recovery depends on the following factors:
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[li]the stage when diagnosis was made[/li][li]whether the cancer created a hole or blockage in the colon[/li][li]the patient’s general state of health[/li][/ul]
In some cases, the cancer may return.
[SIZE=6]Risk factors[/SIZE]
Possible risk factors include:
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[li]older age[/li][li]a diet that is high in animal protein, saturated fats, and calories[/li][li]a diet that is low in fiber[/li][li]high alcohol consumption[/li][li]having had breast, ovary, or uterine cancer[/li][li]a family history of colorectal cancer[/li][li]having ulcerative colitis, Crohn’s disease, or irritable bowel disease (IBD)[/li][li]overweight and obesity[/li][li]smoking[/li][li]a lack of physical activity[/li][li]the presence of polyps in the colon or rectum, as these may eventually become cancerous.[/li][/ul]
Most colon cancers develop within polyps (adenoma). These are often found inside the bowel wall.
Eating red or processed meats may increase the risk
People who have a tumor suppressor gene known as Sprouty2 may have a higher riskof some colorectal cancers.
According to WHO (World Health Organization) colorectal cancer is the second most common tumor among both men and women, after lung tumors.
Around 2 percent of people aged over 50 years will eventually develop colorectal cancer in Western Europe.
Colorectal cancer tends to affect men and women equally. However, men tend to develop it at a younger age.
[SIZE=6]Causes[/SIZE]
It is not clear exactly why colorectal cancer develops in some people and not in others.
[SIZE=6]Stages[/SIZE]
The stage of a cancer defines how far it has spread. Determining the stage helps chose the most appropriate treatment.
A commonly used system gives the stages a number from 0 to 4. The stages of colon cancer are:
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[li]Stage 0: This is the earliest stage, when the cancer is still within the mucosa, or inner layer, of the colon or rectum. It is also called carcinoma in situ.[/li][li]Stage 1: The cancer has grown through the inner layer of the colon or rectum but has not yet spread beyond the wall of the rectum or colon.[/li][li]Stage 2: The cancer has grown through or into the wall of the colon or rectum, but it has not yet reached the nearby lymph nodes.[/li][li]Stage 3: The cancer has invaded the nearby lymph nodes, but it has not yet affected other parts of the body.[/li][li]Stage 4: The cancer has spread to other parts of the body, including other organs, such as the liver, the membrane lining the abdominal cavity, the lung, or the ovaries.[/li][li]Recurrent: The cancer has returned after treatment. It may come back and affect the rectum, colon, or another part of the body.[/li][/ul]
In 40 percent of cases, diagnosis occurs at an advanced stage, when surgery is likely the best option.
god doesn’t exist my fren
… if you were born in UAE , u would have said … “…lets wait for ALLAH to do away with cancer” …and I would still have told you…
allah doesnt exist my fren
…science will do away with cancer and how do i know this…well here’s a link : here …and just coz those scientists are from Israel doesn’t mean it’s god who intervened…it’s coz the scientists got enough funds for research etc etc …i would explain but you wouldn’t see my point however hard i explained , you are blinded and i will shut up now…good day…
You do know you’re replying to your fellow atheist?
I met this gentleman in Upperhill High School…very down to earth. I wish him a few more years
Do you need a sarcasm font?