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I'm 18 and have no personal or family history with rectal/colon cancer. however, i've been experiencing most symptoms relating to the diseases (excluding bleeding, dark stool) for a week. key symptom: rectal/anal discomfort. should i be concerned?
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There are lots of possible reasons for this but you need your doc to diagnose you. Please don't let your mind run away w/you. The answer MAY be simpler than you think. Peace and good health.
Answered 3/23/2021
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