I have maroon stools. is it possible that i might have coloncancer?

See your doctor!: Maroon stools indicate a significant amount of blood in your stool. That can happen for other reasons besides colon cancer, but you will almost certainly need a colonoscopy. Don't put it off!

It is possible: You definitely nee dto be evaluated by your primary care doctor. There are many reasons for maroon stools - many of which are not from a cancer. However, the presence of maroon stools does require investigation.

Needs evaluation: Your md will probably refer you to a GI specialist for endoscopy. There are many causes for maroon stools, but cancer could be one of them.