The Colombian Association of Digestive Endoscopy, in alliance with Tecnochemicals, has been implementing an awareness and prevention campaign against rectal and colon cancer, taking into account that, according to reports from the High Cost Account, This was the third type of cancer with the highest number of new cases and, in addition, the third cause of death from cancer in the country between the years 2021-2022.
This is why, as an initial part of the medical/social intervention process that will be carried out until June 27, in the San Andrés archipelago Different strategies are being implemented to raise awareness among the population, above all, to reinforce prevention measures with periodic medical checkups.
Within this campaign, among other things, The importance of being attentive to any warning signs that may alert you to possible developments is emphasized. that he gets to present his body. Among the most notable are:
– A change in bowel habits, such as diarrhea, constipation, or narrow stools.
– Rectal bleeding or blood in the stool.
– Abdominal pain.
– Weakness and fatigue.
– Unexplained weight loss.
– Bloating or gas.
– Sensation that the intestine is not completely emptied after defecating.
And, although the body can present these signals, it is essential not to rely solely on these symptoms, which is why Early detection becomes crucial for successful treatment, and in this way, colonoscopy is the most effective tool to achieve this.
According to a statement, the Colombian Association of Digestive Endoscopy explains that colonoscopy It is a medical test that allows you to visualize the inside of the colon and rectum, in order to identify cancer in its early stages.even when it has not caused symptoms and is easier to treat and cure.
