March is Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month!!

Some of you may know that March is Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month. I do not personally know anyone that has had Colorectal Cancer. Cancer in any form is not something to be taken lightly. People should know the facts and have yearly checks. This next statement is not meant to scare anyone, but you never know what could be growing inside of you. Many people go for years with cancer and never know it until it's too late. I've taken the time to give you some infomation on Colorectal Cancer.

Colorectal Cancer, most of you can discern, is a cancer in the colon and/or rectum of a person. It is the fourth most common cancer in the US, claiming victims that are both men and women. Though it can be found in anyone, it is more common with people in their 50's and risk increases with age.

You are even more at risk if:

-You've had a colonoscopy done and the results showed polyps. Polyps are growths inside the colon or rectum that may become cancerous.
-Also, if you eat a high fat diet
-Have a family or personal history of Colorectal Cancer
-Have Ulcerative Colitis or Crohn's Disease

Symptoms can be

-Blood in the stool
-Small, narrow stools
-A significant change in bowel habits or frequency
-General stomach discomfort

Screening is always a good thing. If caught early, it can be easily cured.

For those of you that have had Colorectal Cancer, or are still dealing with it...there's always hope! Know that you are looked to because of your strength and courage!