Hemorrhoids vs Colorectal Cancer: Know the Difference
Colorectal cancer, when detected early, can be treated effectively with a higher chance of recovery. However, its early symptoms can be easily mistaken for other conditions such as hemorrhoids and indigestion. So, how can you differentiate between bleeding caused by hemorrhoids and that caused by cancer? Have you been experiencing symptoms like bloating, stomach rumbling, or rectal bleeding, and are you concerned about whether they could be signs of colorectal cancer? In this article, a surgeon explains the warning signs to watch for and when to promptly consult a doctor for a professional examination. Rectal Bleeding: Hemorrhoids or Cancer? One of the prominent signs of colorectal cancer is rectal bleeding, but it can also occur in patients with hemorrhoids. So, how can we distinguish between the two? During an interview with The Epoch Times, Jung-Chien Chen, the CEO of the Minimally Invasive Surgical Center at Min-Sheng General Hospital in Taiwan, explained that ...