Question 1

can green stool be a sign of colon cancer?

Accepted Answer

Not specifically: Bowel movement color is not a factor to watch for colon cancer unless you see blood. See a doctor for an examination.

Question 2

does green stool means cancer? i sometimes have this problem along with pellet like stool and constipation. does this mean colon cancer?

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No: Color of stool is affected by your diet. It does not mean one has colon cancer. However, if you see bright red blood/bleeding in your stool- then you should see your doctor for more evaluation to see where is the source of the bleeding. You definitely need to make sure you hydrate ( drink water)  yourself and increase intake of fibers to help your constipation.

Question 3

green stool in past bm's. today they were sort of flat.  colon cancer? ibs? great grandma had colon cancer at 70.  should i worry? no other symptoms.

Accepted Answer

Likely no problem,,: The stool may be due to your diet more than anything else.  Although there are exceptions, you're not nearly at the age that this presents and you've got no other symptoms like fatigue and weight loss.  If you're still concerned, see your doctor and discuss the screening guidelines for colonoscopy and other tests.  Best of luck.

Question 4

i'm 18 years old male, and i'm very very scared that i have colon cancer.i got some symptoms, but no blood. thin stools, 1st time dark green stool today. really scared.

Accepted Answer

So rare: You are more likely to get hit by a bus today than have colon cancer at your age. I'm not sure what symptoms other than "no blood" you refer to, as most colon cancers have no symptoms. If you are having abdominal pains, fullness, nausea, etc - then you should see doctor as there are literally hundreds of conditions other than cancer that could cause symptoms in abdomen.

Question 5

colon cancer at 18 years old?

bloating
alternating stools constipation and diarrhea 
green stool
change of bowel movement

i feel fine though?

Accepted Answer

Colon cancer: At your age colon cancer not likely.  There are other more likely reasons for your symptoms such as irritable bowl or other.  See your healthcare worker as it may be normal or you may have a reason for your symptoms.

Question 6

green stools, little black dots in stool and also when i wipe. scared this may be rectal/colon cancer at 18. what are the chances?

Accepted Answer

Very low: Colorectal cancer does not cause this specific character of stool, and while not impossible, the chances  are close to zero you have colorectal cancer. Best to see your primary care provider for a more complete evaluation to be sure. Hope this helps!

Question 7

what are the sign and symptoms of rectal/colon cancer? can it be easily treated? and also my stool color is sometimes black, dark brown, green ormixed

Accepted Answer

Varies : Signs and symptoms of colon cancer vary tremendously, certainly would be extremely rare in a 19 year old.  Abdominal pain, change in bowel movements, unexplained weight loss,  abdominal fullness, nausea  are among the more common presenting symptoms.  I would not hesitate to be seen and discuss directly with a doctor.

Question 8

im 22 and today after a bowel movement i saw black or maybe dark green lleafy objects in my stool its colon cancer?

Accepted Answer

Is it colon cancer?: Colon cancer is diagnosed under a microscope by a pathologist looking at a piece of your colon. That piece is collected during colonoscopy, where the inside of your colon is visualized, any polyps, or masses are biopsied and sent to path. Your age is low risk. Your dark, tarry stool, is a symptom. If persists, take a sample to your doc, test it for blood, if positive, doc will order colonoscopy.

Question 9

is foul smelling stool from colon cancer?

Accepted Answer

Not necessarily: There are many causes of foul smelling stool, e.g., fat malabsorption, c. Difficile infection, certain foods that bring undigested material to colon, e.g. Bean; overeating in general.  Vast majority of the time this symptoms is not related to colon cancer.

Question 10

do narrow stools always indicate colon cancer?

Accepted Answer

No: More commonly due to spasm in lower colon.  However, sudden change in stool caliber, "pencil thin" stools, cramps, bleeding, nausea, weight loss need evaluation. Ongoing symptoms need evaluation. At the least, this should involve a doctor visit, perhaps other tests.

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Green stool in past bm's. today they were sort of flat. colon cancer? ibs? great grandma had colon cancer at 70. should i worry? no other symptoms.

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I'm 18 years old male, and i'm very very scared that i have colon cancer.i got some symptoms, but no blood. thin stools, 1st time dark green stool today. really scared.

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Colon cancer at 18 years old? bloating alternating stools constipation and diarrhea green stool change of bowel movement i feel fine though?

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Green stools, little black dots in stool and also when i wipe. scared this may be rectal/colon cancer at 18. what are the chances?

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What are the sign and symptoms of rectal/colon cancer? can it be easily treated? and also my stool color is sometimes black, dark brown, green ormixed

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Im 22 and today after a bowel movement i saw black or maybe dark green lleafy objects in my stool its colon cancer?

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Is foul smelling stool from colon cancer?

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Do narrow stools always indicate colon cancer?

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