Colon Cancer in Men: Symptoms, Risk & Screening

Colon cancer is a highly treatable form of cancer if detected early, but it can be deadly if gone unnoticed. It is important for men to get screened for colon cancer at age 50 and then once every 10 years after if they are at normal risk for the disease. Men who are at high risk because of genetic factors or family history should speak to a doctor about earlier and more regular colonoscopies.

Fatigue

• A man with colon cancer may experience persistent fatigue that cannot be explained by activity or stress level.

Bowel Abnormalities

• He may experience bowel abnormalities such as constipation, diarrhea, unusually narrow bowl movements or a sense that his bowel is not being cleared out.

Blood

• He may see either very dark or bright red blood in his bowel movements.

Weight Loss

• He may experience unexplained weight-loss.

Abdominal Pain

• He may experience abdominal discomfort associated with gas, cramping or a feeling of being overly full.

Vomiting

• He may experience vomiting unassociated with a virus or eating habits.