What Is Colon Cancer?
10. What Is the Outlook for Colon Cancer?
The overall 5-year survival rate for people with colon cancer is 63%. If diagnosed in its earliest, localized stages, the survival rate is very good. However, if it is diagnosed in stage IV, the 5-year survival rate drops to approximately 14%.
When it comes to the outlook for colon cancer, it’s important to remember that you’re not a number or a statistic.
Maintaining a positive attitude may help your outlook after a colon cancer diagnosis. A growing number of people with advanced colon cancer live longer than two years after diagnosis. With treatment, you can still have a good outcome.
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