[의학신문·일간보사=오인규 기자] Old age is the main cause of colorectal cancer, but, 20The number of colorectal cancer patients is also increasing, so we cannot be vigilant.. Young colorectal cancer patients are often neglected because they do not think they have cancer, and the detection is often delayed.. In addition, even if detected early, cancer cells can spread relatively quickly throughout the body..
Most of 20Colorectal cancer patients without a separate health checkup, Many people are asymptomatic and then go to the emergency room or hospital as the disease progresses..
It is easy to think that cancer occurs in the elderly, but, Relatively neglectful of health check-ups 20The incidence of cancer is steadily increasing. According to the Health Insurance Review and Assessment Service 5vs cancer(stomach, liver, breast, cervix, colorectal cancer)treated with 20stand up recently 5year 45%i soared. 5during cancer 20number of patients 2014year 3621from people 2018year 2just 1741increased in number.
When it comes to colorectal cancer 2020year 20The total number of colorectal cancer patients 492number of people(male276number of people, woman 216number of people)total number of patients 15just 9498hit 0.3% not as large as, recent 5The number and proportion of patients have been steadily increasing over the years..
In the case of colorectal cancer, if you have a family history or have irregular eating habits, even if you are young, if you have mild symptoms, you should visit a hospital for examination.. Even if you do not have symptoms, it is recommended to have regular check-ups, such as colonoscopy, if you think you are in a high-risk group such as a family history..
◆ Prevention through healthy eating and regular exercise
A healthy diet and regular exercise are essential to prevent colon cancer.. It is also necessary to undergo colonoscopy for early detection..
The main symptoms of colorectal cancer are bleeding and changes in bowel habits.. In the case of colonic bleeding, it is difficult for individuals to recognize because the blood discolors as it passes through the large intestine.. Therefore, you may feel fatigued or weak without knowing it., Anemia symptoms such as shortness of breath may occur.
Constipation as a change in bowel habits, diarrhea, Symptoms such as a feeling of indigestion may occur. Indigestion in case of right colon cancer, bloody stool, Symptoms such as stomach pain. Left colon cancer is characterized by a decrease in stool thickness or changes in bowel habits..
The colorectal cancer test is a test that detects finely mixed blood in the stool through reagents. ‘fecal occult blood test’is made with. If blood is detected in this test, a colonoscopy is performed.. Colonoscopy is very useful because it can not only examine the entire colon, but also perform polyp removal and biopsy at the same time..
In order to prevent colorectal cancer, it is necessary to manage the diet closely related to the. Reduce the percentage of fat in the total food, You should plan your diet to increase your dietary fiber intake.. Eat as much fresh vegetables and fruits as possible, It is recommended to reduce the consumption of meat or processed meat..
Giving vitality to the digestive system through regular diet and moderate aerobic exercise can also significantly reduce the incidence of colorectal cancer and overall cancer..
Meanwhile, the Department of Gastroenterology at Gachon University Gil Hospital is the first in Korea to introduce and operate Doctor Answer in the field of colonoscopy.. Dr. Answer Colonoscopy 8Helps to accurately detect colon polyps during endoscopy based on medical data from 10,000 people. It can also accurately predict the likelihood of developing colorectal cancer..
Surgical method is the most fundamental method of treatment.. The large intestine is excised along the cancer site, and the relevant lymph nodes and blood vessels are excised together.. Recently, it is performed as a laparoscopic surgery that allows for pain relief, quick recovery, and movement.. After surgery, radiation therapy depends on the degree of cancer progression., cancer treatment, Immunotherapy is done.
