Question 1

bloat, gas, vague pain. could it be possible that i have irritable bowel syndrome or ovarian cancer like dr oz says?

Accepted Answer

Could be, could be: Could be for both or could be also caused by some other common  things- such as constipation, malabsoprtion problems etc. However, you will not know unless somebody evaluates you. So, see your md and your gynecologist and have them checked you out..
Good luck.

Question 2

can somebody's colon cancer mimic irritable bowel syndrome symptoms?

Accepted Answer

Sometimes yes: Consult your doctor about your risks of cancer.  Only way to know for sure is to get colonoscopy.

Question 3

what is the difference between colon cancer and irritable bowel syndrome?

Accepted Answer

IBS has no lesion: Irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) or spastic colon is  characterized by chronic abdominal pain, discomfort, bloating, and alteration of bowel habits. Including Diarrhea or constipation. Compared to colon canceer which can present with similar features  IBS has no specific lesion causing the symptoms .It has been theorised that abnormalities in GUT flora (microbiome)  result in inflammation and altered bowel function. Any bowel lesion causing the symptoms can be identified on colonoscopy

Question 4

can irritable bowel syndrome cause colon cancer?

Accepted Answer

Depends: Except many of the symptoms of IBS could actually be indicative of a colon cancer and many dietary irregularities associated with IBS can themselves increase your risk for colon cacner development. Ibs should be a diagnosis of excluding more serious diagnoses.

Question 5

is colon cancer associated with irritable bowel syndrome?

Accepted Answer

Not really: Except many of the symptoms of IBS could actually be indicative of a colon cancer and many dietary irregularities associated with IBS can themselves increase your risk for colon cacner development. Ibs should be a diagnosis of excluding more serious diagnoses.

Question 6

does irritable bowel syndrome eventually lead to colon cancer?

Accepted Answer

No: Ibs does not lead to colon cancer. However, IBS type symptoms may obscure symptoms of colon cancer. So any change in your symptoms should be discussed with your doctor.

Question 7

is irritable bowel syndrome a risk factor for developing colorectal cancer?

Accepted Answer

No: Ibs is not directly related to colorectal cancer, however, the symptoms of IBS can sometimes delay an evaluation for colorectal cancer.

Question 8

is irritable bowel syndrome a risk factor for getting colorectal cancer?

Accepted Answer

No: No. Irritable bowel is mot a risk factor for colon cancer.

Question 9

what are symptoms of ovarian cancer also compacted bowel and very short of breath?

Accepted Answer

Possibly: But those symptoms occur with ibs, constipation, diverticulosis and a million other diseases.  I would see a md.

Question 10

what would be the symptoms of ovarian cancer that has metastasized to the bowel?

Accepted Answer

All the ax of ovaria: n plus possible signs of bowel obstruction as the cancer as it wraps itself around the bowel. Also, possibly malabsorption syndromes secondary to the lack of functionality of the bowel. Also, vomiting, secondary to obstruction.

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