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Is diarrhea a symptom of colon cancer? in the past month i've had 3-4 acute diarrhea attacks, which is abnormal for me. no dietary changes either.

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Dr. Edward Hellman answered

Specializes in Orthopedic Surgery

Yes and no: Diarrhea can be a symptom of cancer, particularly if your stool appears black and tar like; but there are far more common and more likely causes of diarrhea in a 42 year old. Don't hesitate to be seen.

Answered 2/16/2016

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