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http://www.cancer.ca/en/cancer-information/cancer-type/colorectal/colorectal-cancer/?region=on
https://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/colon-cancer/symptoms-causes/syc-20353669

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Diets that include lots of vegetables, fruit and whole grains have been linked with a decreased rate of colorectal cancer. Red meats and processed meats such as beef, pork, lamb and hotdogs have been linked with an increased risk of colorectal cancer.

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Colorectal cancer is a cancer that starts in the colon or rectum (parts of the large intestine). Colon and rectal cancers are grouped together as colorectal cancer because these organs are made of the same tissues without clear borders between them.

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You can detect this cancer early by paying attention to the symptoms. For example, a chance in your bowel habits, that lasts longer than 4 weeks. Also symptoms like rectal bleeding persistent abdominal pain can be signs of early colorectal cancer. If this cancer is caught early the survival rate is 90%

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In addition to a physical examination the tests that may be used to diagnose cancer is a Colonoscopy. A colonoscopy allows the doctor to look inside the entire rectum and colon while the patient is sedated.

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A persons lifestyle and environment can cause or prevent this cancer. For example, an active and fit person who eats well is less at risk to develop colorectal cancer. Although someone who is overweight and doesn't eat healthy is more at risk to develop this cancer especially at older ages.

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- Diarrhea
- constipation
- stool that looks more narrow
- bleeding from rectum
- gas
- cramping
- bloating
- pain/discomfort in the rectum

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Colorectal cancer is more common in men. Men and women are equally at risk for colon cancer , but men are more likely to develop rectal cancer. The risk of colorectal caner increases with age. It can occur in young adults and teenagers, but majority of colorectal cancers occur in people older than 50.

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Colorectal cancer is highly treatable and often curable when localized to the bowel. Surgery is the usually form of treatment and results in cure in patients is approximately 50%. After surgery to remove all or part of the colon, patients may require chemotherapy

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Most people diagnosed with colorectal cancer are over the age of 50, the risk increases with age. As well family history, obesity, smoking processed meat and alcohol are all risk factors for colorectal cancer