Cancer: colon or bladder? Posted: 02-02-07 09:33am
being only 32 should I be worried about
Cancer in either my colon or bladder? My
moms brother died of colon cancer in his
late 60's early 70's. I dont currently
smoke but I did when I was younger. If its
not cancer what could it be? What is most
likely?
Cancers are typically diagnosed for older
age people, but not necessarily. The
precise reason for the cause of colon
cancer has not yet been identified but it
is believed that genetic predisposition
and carcinogenic substances from food are
possible causes. Only a colonoscopy can
confirm or exclude colon cancer.
Cystoscopies can confirm or exclude
bladder cancer. Chronic prostatitis can
cause some of the problems you describe
(pain and urinary retention) and can be
investigated further with help from a
medical professional.
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