Colon Cancer Survival Rate

Note that : when colon cancer is caught early, patients have a better than 90% chance of survival. If you are at risk, regular screening can save your life.

Risk factors include, but not limited to the following symptoms :

• Age over 50
• A family history of colon cancer
• A personal history of colon cancer
• Long standing Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD)
• Personal history of polyps
• Sedentary lifestyle
• Diet low in fruits & vegetables
• Obesity
• Smoking

Alcohol Consumption can Increase Risk of Colon Cancer

The results of a 2001 study show that people who drink alcohol consistently for 20 years have a higher risk of developing colon cancer tumors. However, as more evidence becomes available it is apparent that the relationship between cancer and alcohol is more complex than merely cause and effect.

A second recent study shows that while alcohol intake is related to rectal cancer, risk appears to be reduced when wine is included in the alcohol intake.

In any case, always drink in moderation as over-drinking will still do more harm than good to your overall health.