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What are the symptoms of colon problems?

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Change in stool: When problems arise in the colon (the large bowel) it usually affects the bowel movements. So you could have diarrhea or constipation or blood in the stool, anything that is a change. This change can affect frequency, color or consistency and there could be mucous. Sometimes there is a nagging discomfort or an increase in flatulence (gas). Sometimes large bowel problems are familial.

Answered 3/30/2018

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Dr. Eric Kaplan answered

Specializes in Colon and Rectal Surgery

Agree: I would just add that all of the above can be caused by other diagnoses than colon cancer. But i agree if any of the above are present please get evaluated by a specialist.

Answered 1/2/2018

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