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Colon Cancer - Coggle Diagram
Colon Cancer
causes
Diet
For this reason, the Department of Health and Social Care recommends that people who eat more than 90g (cooked weight) a day of red and processed meat should cut down to 70g a day.
Stop Smoking
People who smoke cigarettes are more likely to develop bowel cancer, as well as other types of cancer
Drink less Alcohol
Drinking alcohol has been shown to be associated with an increased risk of bowel cancer, particularly if you regularly drink large amounts.
Obesity
Being overweight or obese is linked to an increased risk of bowel cancer, particularly in men.
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Specific Dietary Advice
A large body of evidence suggests a diet high in red and processed meat can increase your risk of developing bowel cancer.
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Possible complications
Blockage of the colon, causing bowel obstruction. Cancer returning in the colon. Cancer spreading to other organs or tissues (metastasis) Development of a second primary colorectal cancer.
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