Dr. Trisha Pasricha urges daily monitoring of bowel movements to detect colon cancer early
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Updated · Business Insider · Apr 24
Dr. Trisha Pasricha urges daily monitoring of bowel movements to detect colon cancer early
2 articles · Updated · Business Insider · Apr 24
Pasricha highlights that colorectal cancers are now the leading cause of cancer death in people under 50, with many patients missing early signs due to embarrassment.
She emphasizes tracking changes like unexplained diarrhea, constipation, narrow stools, rectal bleeding, or persistent abdominal pain, and consulting a doctor if symptoms last more than a few weeks.
Pasricha’s new book explains how digestive changes can signal broader health issues, urging open conversations with healthcare providers to improve early diagnosis and treatment outcomes for colon cancer.
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