What were your first signs of colon cancer?

What are the early warning signs of colon cancer?

• A persistent change in bowel habits.
• Narrow or pencil-thin stools.
• Diarrhea or constipation.
• Blood in the stool, rectal bleeding (blood may appear as bright red blood or dark stools)
• Persistent abdominal pain or discomfort, such as cramps or bloating.

What does significant looping of the colon mean?

During colonoscopy, looping is a frequent challenge. It occurs when the colonoscope s. tretches and distends the colon in response to the physician’s efforts to advance the scope forward. Typically once a loop has formed, it must be straightened before the procedure can continue.

What are the symptoms of colon problems?

Symptoms of colon disorders typically include:

• abdominal pain.
• constipation.
• diarrhea.
• gas.
• bloating.
• cramping.
• fatigue.

What are the signs of colon cancer in a woman?

Symptoms

• A persistent change in your bowel habits, including diarrhea or constipation or a change in the consistency of your stool.
• Rectal bleeding or blood in your stool.
• Persistent abdominal discomfort, such as cramps, gas or pain.
• A feeling that your bowel doesn’t empty completely.
• Weakness or fatigue.

What does it mean if you have an extra long colon?

A tortuous colon is one that is longer than normal. In order for this longer tube to fit in your abdomen, the colon ends up with extra twists and turns. Tortuous colon is sometimes referred to as a redundant colon.

Is significant looping of the colon bad?

Loops, particularly in the sigmoid colon, can result in loss of control of the endoscope as well as patient discomfort. Sometimes it is necessary to work with a loop to complete colonic intubation, and thus the adequacy of patient sedation becomes paramount.