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Monday 16 December 2013

Colon Cancer

What is Colon Cancer

Colon is the most important parts of our digestive system. Colon cancer takes place when there is a growth of the malignant tissue in colon. This cancer can harm our r digestive system and colon cancer is one of the more dreaded cancers.

Causes of colon cancer

The things that increase the risk of colon cancer are colon related diseases and incorrect eating habits. High fiber diet (i.e. vegetables and fruits) can help in reducing the risk of colon cancer. Colon cancer is also linked to genes and there are theories that suggest that people with family history of colon cancer are at greater risk of developing colon cancer.