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What Causes Colon Cancer ?

Colon cancer is caused due to uncontrollable cell growth in the large intestine. It may be caused due to a variety of factors, as listed below.

Causes of Colon Cancer:

          Though the causes of colon cancer are not very clear, the following are found to be the primary reasons based on the in-depth research conducted by medical experts.

• Adenomatous polyps are non-cancerous tumors that grow mainly on the walls of the large intestine. If these are not detected in the initial stages itself, they become cancerous over a period of time and ultimately result in the development of colon cancer.
• Regular consumption of oil and fat rich diets increase the chances of getting cancer of the colon.
• Low fiber foods and excess red meat consumption leads to the production of chemicals that cause cancer of the colon.
• Long periods of ulcerative colitis and Crohn's Disease can ultimately result in colon cancer due to constant swelling of bowels which leads to the development of cancerous cells. Undergoing colonoscopy procedure may be a preventive measure for those patients who have suffered from this disease.
• Inactive lifestyle without any physical activity or exercise can result in colon cancer. Exercise helps in flushing out toxins that result in colon cancer and also increase oxygen intake and blood circulation.
• Regular or excessive alcohol consumption can also increase the chances of getting cancer of the colon. 
• People suffering from diabetes can further aggravate colon cancer and decrease the chances of survival as this condition reduces the healing power and increases chances of recurrences.
• Chain smokers are highly vulnerable to cancer of the colon; and the inhaled smoke consists of carcinogens, or cancer-causing agents. Passive smokers are also prone to this cancer as they inhale smoke from the surrounding without choice.
• Obesity is another primary cause of colon cancer, especially if excess fat accumulates around thighs and hip.
• Colon cancer can also be genetically transferred if the affected genes pass on to the next generation. Though this is rare, the possibility of inheritance cannot be overlooked.

 

          The first symptom of colon cancer is occasional stomach ache. If people are diagnosed at this stage, chances of easy recovery are very high. In addition, the suffering is drastically reduced during the healing period if people adapt healthy changes to the lifestyle and dietary habits in addition to strictly following the instructions of the doctor. Moreover, a regular exercise routine help to keep a fit and strong body free from diseases caused by toxins.