As of: March 1, 2024, 8:30 p.m
By: Judith Braun
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Colon cancer is the second most common tumor in women and the third most common in men.
This makes it all the more important to take precautions.
In Germany, according to information from the
National Association of Statutory Health Insurance Physicians (KBV),
the month of March is dedicated to colon cancer prevention.
Doctors are now particularly asked to provide their patients with more information about the possibilities of early detection of so-called colorectal cancer.
Here you can find out what else you can do to best prevent colon cancer.
Colon cancer: Six tips to prevent a malignant tumor
A palpable hardening in the abdomen can be a symptom of colon cancer.
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According to the
Cancer Information Service
, every year in Germany people fall ill
According to the German Cancer Research Center (dkfz), around 30,000 men and 24,000 women are suffering from colon cancer for the first time.
There are several factors that can increase the risk of colon cancer.
In order to notice a malignant tumor as early as possible, the German Cancer Society recommends on its website
Onko Internet portal
to closely observe your own body.
You should also pay attention to certain warning signs of colon cancer and have them checked out by a doctor.
These signs include, for example, blood in or on the stool, changed bowel habits or palpable hardening in the abdomen.
You can also reduce your risk of developing colon cancer through a generally healthy lifestyle.
The
German Cancer Society
therefore recommends the following five tips for everyday life:
Avoid being overweight
Get enough exercise
Drink little alcohol
Do not smoke
Consume fiber and starchy foods (e.g. potatoes, vegetables, fresh fruit, grain products)
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Colon cancer prevention: Experts recommend regular early detection examinations
In addition to a healthy lifestyle, regular early detection examinations from the age of 50 also play an important role.
However, as more and more younger people are developing colorectal cancer, experts are now recommending colon cancer screenings earlier.
According to information from the
KBV,
there is a colon cancer early detection program for this purpose.
This includes, for example, a consultation about the early detection of colon cancer (for insured persons aged 50 and over).
This can be offered by family doctors as well as urologists or gynecologists.
This article only contains general information on the respective health topic and is therefore not intended for self-diagnosis, treatment or medication. It in no way replaces a visit to the doctor. Our editorial team is not allowed to answer individual questions about medical conditions.