colon cancer


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Noun1.colon cancer - a malignant tumor of the colon; early symptom is bloody stools
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"Some of the known risk factors for colon cancer include age, family history of colon cancer and a diet low in fruits, vegetables, fiber and high on red meat and processed food," he said.
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Speaking about it, study author Guosong Zhang said, aACoeOur research identifies a novel therapeutic target and could help to develop novel strategies to reduce the risks of colon cancer."
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Colon cancer and most other epithelial cancers have a 10-20 year period of development, said Dr.
Women underestimate their risk: recommend colorectal ca screening
Research: Researchers compared dietary intake of carotenoids and other nutrients in 402 men and women diagnosed with colon cancer, as well as 688 healthy subjects who were matched for age, sex and city of residence (to reduce variables).
Antioxidant carotenoids; omega 3's
"Drug Shows Promise Against Advanced Colon Cancer" American Cancer Society.
Colon Cancer; Overview
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Filipinos genetically predisposed to colon cancer?
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The number of cancer patients is alarming

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