Above the age of 50, noticed blood in your stools, unexplained weight and appetite loss? These are common signs and symptoms of Colorectal Cancer in your colon. Although the risk of Colorectal Cancer is higher in people above the age of 50, it can also be developed in younger people. Dr Winson Tan of Sengkang General Hospital (SKH) reveals the most common cancer in Singapore.

A famous example is Chadwick Boseman, the actor that played Black Panther, was diagnosed with Colorectal Cancer just at the age of 43.

Watch this short video to learn more about the diagnosis, symptoms, risk factors and treatment options of Colorectal Cancer. If you are experiencing these symptoms, please speak to your doctor immediately. #colorectalcancer #cancer #singapore #health #sg #chadwickboseman #blackpanther

TIMESTAMPS:
00:00 Introduction
00:31 What is a Colon?
01:02 Symptoms of Colorectal Cancer
01:35 Causes of Colorectal Cancer
02:49 Diagnosis of Colorectal Cancer
03:20 Can this soup prevent Colorectal Cancer?
03:32 Prevention of Colorectal Cancer
04:23 Can Colorectal Cancer be cured?
04:38 Treatment of Colorectal Cancer
05:07 Management of Colorectal Cancer after surgery
06:44 Outro

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The information in this video was accurate as of the upload date, 22 May 2024. For information purposes only. Consult your local medical authority for advice.