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Colorectal Cancer 2025: Symptoms, Screening & Prevention

  Colorectal Cancer 2025: Symptoms, Screening, Treatment & Prevention Colorectal Cancer 2025 The Ultimate Dark-Mode Guide • Updated December 2025 Medically Reviewed Quick Navigation What is Colorectal Cancer? 2025 Statistics Risk Factors Early Symptoms 2025 Screening Guidelines Stages & Survival Rates Latest Treatments Prevention Checklist FAQ What is Colorectal Cancer? Colorectal cancer starts in the colon or rectum. Most cases begin as polyps — small growths that can turn cancerous over 10–15 years. It is the 3rd most common cancer worldwide and the 2nd deadliest , but it is highly preventable and curable when caught early . 2025 Key Statistics (US) New cases: ~153,000 ...
Navigating the Shadows: A Guide to Colon Cancer Awareness, Early Detection, and Hope March 2025 – Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month Hey everyone, welcome back! If you’re reading this, you might be facing a scary CT report, supporting someone you love, or simply wanting to protect yourself and your family. This post is for all of us. We’re talking facts, symptoms, prevention, and – most importantly – real hope . What Is Colon Cancer Colon cancer (colorectal cancer) starts in the large intestine or rectum. It almost always begins as a harmless polyp that can slowly turn cancerous over 10–15 years. The best news? We can find and remove those polyps before they ever become cancer. The Numbers (2025) 107,320 new colon cancer cases in the U.S. 46,950 new rectal cancer cases Rising fast in people under 50 5-year survival: 91% when caught early Red-Flag Symptoms – Don’t Ignore These Blood in stool (bright red or dark) Persistent change in bowel habits Abdominal pain or cramp...