I Was 'Too Young' to Have Colon Cancer
When I was 29, I was told my symptoms were from pregnancy — but a year later, I was diagnosed with stage 4 colon cancer
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Real Women, Real Stories
As a Mom, I Always Put My Needs Last – Until Stage 4 Colon Cancer Showed Up
It feels strange to say, but I’m healthier now than I’ve ever been
I Walked into the ER with a Shoulder Injury — I Left with a Colon Cancer Diagnosis and 6 Months to Live
As a colon cancer survivor turned advocate, I see the role luck, self-advocacy and privilege played in my diagnosis and treatment
My Doctor Dismissed My Colon Cancer Red Flags as Normal Pregnancy Symptoms
I had to go septic before doctors paid attention
You Can’t Choose Your Genes
But if you learn what your genetic code is saying, you can choose your response
My Symptoms Were Dismissed as Hemorrhoids, but I Had Colon Cancer
My cancer diagnosis led me to appreciate the little things — and learn to dance
When I was 32, I Was Getting Ready to Marry and Have Kids. Then I Was Diagnosed With Colorectal Cancer.
I never imagined I could get colorectal cancer at such a young age
I Never Thought I Needed a Colonoscopy Until This Happened
I've learned now that not all health issues present themselves—some are silently lurking inside you and, without regular screening, we may miss them.
Articles
FAQs About Colorectal Cancer Biomarkers
Learn more about what it means to get your tumor tested
Mental Health Ups and Downs with Colon Cancer
Living with colon cancer may be hard on your mental health, but knowing what to expect may help
True or False? Colon Cancer
Take our quiz to see how much you know about this highly preventable disease
Your Guide to Colon Cancer Screening Tests
Knowing your colon cancer test options may help you decide which one is right for you
Treatment Options for Colon Cancer
Early diagnosis makes treatment easier, but there are options for every stage.
Can Racial Bias Limit Access to Colon Cancer Screening and Treatment for Women of Color?
Black patients could be less likely to get screening referrals that could lower colon cancer mortality rates
How Fiber Can Reduce Your Risk for Colorectal Cancer
What you need to know to get enough fiber in your diet
The Connection Between Young Adults and Colon Cancer
Here’s a look at why younger adults are being diagnosed with colon cancer and how they can lower their risk
Who’s Most at Risk for Colorectal Cancer?
African Americans and Ashkenazi Jews face a higher risk of colorectal cancer. A growing number of young women might also be at risk.
How to Care for Your Mental Health if You Have Colon Cancer
Many colorectal cancer survivors deal with mental health challenges, but the disease doesn’t have to define you
Navigating a Colorectal Cancer Diagnosis
A colorectal cancer diagnosis can be overwhelming. Here’s what to do next.
Fast Facts: What You Need to Know About Colorectal Cancer Screening
Learn about what colonoscopies are, when and how to get them, and how they can help prevent colon cancer
Colon Cancer 101
Understand the basics of colorectal cancer, who’s at risk and how you can increase your chances of survival if you develop the disease
Signs You Should Get a Colonoscopy
Colorectal cancer is increasing in people under age 50, so it's important to know the risks and symptoms for colorectal cancer and see your healthcare professional if you have concerns.
Colon Cancer Screening Options That Aren't a Colonoscopy
To detect colon cancer earlier, it’s critical to know your options and understand that colonoscopies aren’t the only colon cancer screening option available.
Videos
No If, Ands or Butts: All Things Colon Cancer – Webinar
Watch this webinar as leading experts discuss symptoms, risk factors and screening guidelines for colon cancer
Ask the Expert: Colorectal Cancer
Fola May, M.D., an associate professor of medicine at the University of California Los Angeles (UCLA) and a gastroenterologist answers questions about colorectal cancer, screening, how to find a provider and more
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Era “demasiado joven” para tener cáncer de colon
Cuando tenía 29 años, me dijeron que mis síntomas eran de un embarazo, pero un año después, me diagnosticaron cáncer de colon de etapa 4
Como madre, siempre puse mis necesidades al último, hasta que apareció el cáncer de colon de etapa 4
Es raro decirlo, pero ahora tengo mejor salud que nunca