What Is Colon Cancer?
1. What Is Colon Cancer?
Colon cancer (also commonly known as colorectal cancer), is a type of cancer that develops in the colon or rectum. This type of cancer is usually slow-growing and takes many years to develop.
Most colon cancers start as non-cancerous polyps that eventually change into cancer. A polyp is a type of tissue growth that occurs in the rectum or colon lining. It’s important to note that not all polyps will turn into cancer.
However, if you receive a colonoscopy and your doctor detects one or more adenomas or non-cancerous polyps, he or she will likely suggest that you receive cancer screenings regularly.
