March is colorectal cancer awareness month

That?s right ? there is a correlation between tobacco use and colon cancer. I?m not suggesting that all colon cancer is tobacco-related. There are other factors involved, but researchers and doctors are discovering a commonality between the two and stating that tobacco use can lead to this type of cancer.

As with all secondhand smoke, it is reasonable to assume that secondhand smoke is also tobacco use and exposure is going to cause the same ills as smoking cigarettes yourself, because you ARE ?smoking? if you are exposed to it through secondhand smoke.

I want to share some facts with you about this type of cancer, as provided from the American Cancer Society:

1. Most people who get colon cancer have no family history of the disease. However, if someone is 50 or older, colon testing should be considered.

2. If there is a history of colon cancer or certain medical conditions, testing may need to be done prior to age 50. Consult a doctor about family history.

3. You can have colon cancer and not even know it. Most people with colon cancer have no symptoms and normal looking stools.

4. Colorectal cancer and colon cancer are often interchangeable terms. Colorectal refers to the colon and rectum.

5. The 5-year survival rate of colon cancer is 90% when detected early.

6. Finding and removing polyps prevents some people from ever getting colon cancer.

7. Screening can result in the detection and removal of colorectal polyps before they become cancerous.

8. Colon cancer can be prevented with routine screenings, a healthy diet and an active lifestyle.

9. Even though colorectal testing should begin at age 50, education about colorectal screening can begin NOW!

Source: http://blogs.hoosiertimes.com/quit/2012/03/21/march-is-colorectal-cancer-awareness-month/

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