Many people think that the early sign of bowel cancer must be abdominal pain, but the truth may surprise you. A young patient who recently received a visit missed the best time for treatment because he ignored these "inconspicuous" abnormalities. Today we will talk about the early signs of bowel cancer that are easy to ignore.

1. Sudden change in bowel habits

The gut is like the body's "weather forecast", and when it starts to have problems, it is first reflected in the bowel movements. If you notice that your bowel movements, which were once a day, suddenly become irregular, such as once a day to once every three days, or if you suddenly experience diarrhea and constipation, it may be that your bowels are sending a distress signal. Especially when this change lasts for more than two weeks, it is even more alarming.

2. The shape of the stool becomes thinner

A healthy stool should be as thick and uniform as a banana. If you notice a sudden thinning of the stool, as thin as a pencil, or a groove on the surface, it may be the result of a tumor growing in the intestine that has narrowed the intestine. This change is often mistaken for a dietary problem, but it is actually the gut that is "metamorphosing".

3. Blood in the stool is not exclusive to hemorrhoids

Many people's first reaction to seeing blood in the stool is hemorrhoids, but blood in the stool caused by bowel cancer is often darker, dark red or black, and may be mixed in the stool. Hemorrhoidal bleeding is usually bright red and adheres to the surface of the stool. If it is accompanied by mucus, it is necessary to be more vigilant.

4. Unexplained weight loss

Without deliberately dieting or increasing the amount of exercise, but the weight is significantly lost in a short period of time, it may be that the body is "alarming". Tumor growth consumes a lot of energy and affects nutrient absorption. If you lose more than 5% of your body weight in a month, it is advisable to seek medical attention in time.

A small suggestion for a "physical examination" of the intestines

1、40歲以上人群建議每5年做一次腸鏡檢查

30. High-risk groups with family history can start screening at the age of 0 in advance

3. Usually eat more foods rich in dietary fiber, such as oats and apples

4. If you find that the above abnormalities persist for more than two weeks, do not hesitate to seek medical attention in time

Gut health has a direct impact on our quality of life. Remember, prevention is always more important than cure. Rather than waiting until your abdominal pain is unbearable, you can start paying attention to these subtle changes now. Your gut deserves to be treated gently, don't let neglect become the price of your health.

Tips: The medical science knowledge in the content is for reference only, does not constitute a medication guideline, does not serve as a basis for diagnosis, do not do it yourself without medical qualifications, if you feel unwell, please go to the hospital in time.