2. Bloody Stools: An Alarm Bell from Within
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Imagine the alarm you’d feel spotting blood after a routine trip to the restroom. While the initial thought might gravitate towards common culprits like hemorrhoids, in the context of colorectal cancer, it’s a glaring symptom.
Blood in the stool isn’t always vividly red. It can manifest as dark, tar-like consistency, pointing to bleeding higher up in the digestive tract. Such manifestations, especially when recurrent, necessitate a deeper look into one’s health.
The bleeding typically originates from the tumor itself or associated lesions within the colorectal region. As the cancer advances, the likelihood of bloody stools can increase, making it a pivotal symptom to monitor. (2)
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