Waking up one day you find that your routine visit to the doctor has turned into a life-altering diagnosis. And this isn't just about you, it is the reality for many individuals who discover they have colorectal cancer, often at a stage when symptoms have already progressed.
Colorectal cancer, also known as bowel cancer, colon cancer, or rectal cancer, depends on where it starts in the colon or rectum. It is the third most common cancer worldwide and a leading cause of cancer-related deaths.
What is Colorectal Cancer? Early Warning Signs and Prevention Tips