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re: Colon cancer is killing more younger men and women than ever, new report finds

Posted on 1/17/24 at 10:39 am to
Posted by SlowFlowPro
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Posted on 1/17/24 at 10:39 am to
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bright red blood instead of dark blood is a good sign I've read.

I was always told the bright blood is just from some form of inflammation closer to the skin, but darker blood is from internal issues. I'm not a doctor and this is not legal advice, but if I had multiple days in a row of light blood in my stool I'd be concerned, even though it is the "good" color.
Posted by Scruffy
Kansas City
Member since Jul 2011
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Posted on 1/17/24 at 10:41 am to
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Very true, but the article mentions a lot of people being diagnosed aren't fatties. It's gotta be something environmental. I'd put money on plastics, but I'm not a scientist.
Not exactly a scientific reference. Just one person saying “a lot of them are not obese”.

I also hold the view that we have no idea what “overweight” is nowadays, especially if you just go by how someone looks.

We believe overweight is normal, but that is a different topic.

This phenomenon is definitely multi-factorial. Environmental via intake of destructive substances, such as referenced plastics, among others, and just general unhealthy activity.

In the year 2024, with the information we have available, it is absolutely insane how unhealthy our society is.
Posted by Scruffy
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Posted on 1/17/24 at 10:42 am to
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I was always told the bright blood is just from some form of inflammation closer to the skin, but darker blood is from internal issues.
Darker blood is usually digested, or at least not as distal located.

In VERY simple terms, bright red is “closer” to the exit.
Posted by Dexter Fillmore
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Posted on 1/17/24 at 10:43 am to
Agreed. Early detection is key.

I had bleeding in my stool in my early 30s due to hemorrhoids/anal fissures. My Gastro doctors suggested a colonoscopy just to rule out any other underlying issues. Fortunately, that was not the case but he did find 2 pre-cancerous polyps that he removed. He said if I would have come in at 45 years old for my first one like typically recommended, it probably would not have been good. There is no history of colon cancer in my family.

My cousin is a Gastro doctor also and she is seeing more cases in younger adults and they are now suggesting your first colonoscopy earlier now.
Posted by GruntbyAssociation
Member since Jul 2013
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Posted on 1/17/24 at 10:44 am to
Since birth, a steady diet of Hot Pockets, Totino’s Pizza Rolls and Taco Bell will do that to you.
This post was edited on 1/17/24 at 10:45 am
Posted by Salmon
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Posted on 1/17/24 at 10:45 am to
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You can’t discuss that.

Bringing up how obesity is one of the biggest issues in our society is considered taboo.



Its literally discussed in the article

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Doctors do not know why cancer, especially colorectal cancer, is becoming more common in younger adults. Some hypothesize that increasing obesity rates, sedentary behavior and unhealthy diets could be playing roles.


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Maintaining a healthy body weight and minimizing red meat in the diet may help reduce risk, Ng said.



Posted by TDTOM
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Posted on 1/17/24 at 10:46 am to
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Scruffy


This guy knows the anus.
Posted by K9
wayx....BOBO IN '19
Member since Sep 2012
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Posted on 1/17/24 at 10:47 am to
Not so much blood in the stool, but bright red blood upon wiping. When the hemmys are bad for me it's a sharp pain right before stool exits. Blood not an everyday occurrence

No unexplained weight loss

No abdominal pain

No change in shape or consistency of stool


Posted by StringedInstruments
Member since Oct 2013
18419 posts
Posted on 1/17/24 at 10:48 am to
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Also, want to make it clear...I'm not a fatty.


I don’t believe you.

Height? Weight? Body fat %?

And do you practice resistance training and aerobic conditioning?
Posted by Scruffy
Kansas City
Member since Jul 2011
72129 posts
Posted on 1/17/24 at 10:49 am to
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Its literally discussed in the article
Ah, so they do discuss it, kinda like how, during Covid, there was a huge movement to address obesity, right?

Kinda like how there is currently a huge movement to address all of the problems with it, right?

Or is that the body positivity movement? I get them mixed up sometimes. They are so very similar.



One statement does not a discussion make, but what does a fish know.
Posted by ned nederlander
Member since Dec 2012
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Posted on 1/17/24 at 10:50 am to
Turns out microplastics aren’t a good substitute for fiber in your diet.
Posted by Dragula
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Member since Jun 2020
4899 posts
Posted on 1/17/24 at 10:51 am to
High fat, smoked/BBQ meat, processed foods, cooking food in plastic bags (Sous Vide) ... Shocking
This post was edited on 1/17/24 at 10:53 am
Posted by Salmon
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Posted on 1/17/24 at 10:53 am to
You said they can't even bring it up. The article literally addresses it.

Jesus dude.


Posted by tiggerthetooth
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Member since Oct 2010
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Posted on 1/17/24 at 10:54 am to
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Have increased fiber a lot. Will try the posture thing. I started a new job in 2022 that has me sitting a lot more than I used to and the hemmys have become more prolific. Theyre internal too which makes me more worried...not to ruin the lunch hour but bright red blood instead of dark blood is a good sign I've read.

Probably still gonna get in to a procto soon.

Also, want to make it clear...I'm not a fatty.



Someone on here once suggested rutin (rutin is contained within red apple skin) capsules. Take a few if you're suffering from issues of hemorrhoids..

Ultimately it seems like an issue of circulation.

Good blood pressure + un-kinked body really helps everything line up and flow properly.


If you do glute bridges daily you'll notice your poop shape get a lot better. Stretch your psoas and like I said plenty of water.

The shape and style of your poop really indicates your diet and digestion.


Evaluating the simple non-pharm things you can do is always the best first step because there's no risk involved.

Even your bladder function can be effected by your core muscles if they're unbalanced and tight. I've experienced it.
Posted by deltaland
Member since Mar 2011
90691 posts
Posted on 1/17/24 at 10:55 am to
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Some influencer needs to get on Tik Toc and make prunes trend.


I drink a cup of prune juice every day. Keeps me cleaned out regular
Posted by K9
wayx....BOBO IN '19
Member since Sep 2012
24037 posts
Posted on 1/17/24 at 10:56 am to
I'll preface this by saying I know the OT and message board users in general are renown for being honest with heights and weights.

I am a legitimate 6'4 200 pounds. Not sure on body fat percentage.

I do resistance training twice a week. I do zero aerobic exercise. Skinny-fat adjacent.
Posted by Scruffy
Kansas City
Member since Jul 2011
72129 posts
Posted on 1/17/24 at 10:59 am to
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You said they can't even bring it up. The article literally addresses it.
:facepalm:

My god, Salmon. That was in reference to it not getting properly addressed and it is taboo to discuss the topic on a wider scale. Our society actively avoids having tough discussions about such a detrimental topic.

But you know that, or at least I hope you do, because otherwise…oof.

And even doctors have started avoiding the topic because they will be sent to HR, lose patients, or face other issues.
This post was edited on 1/17/24 at 11:00 am
Posted by WylieTiger
Member since Nov 2006
12961 posts
Posted on 1/17/24 at 11:00 am to
Thanks to a genetic issue, I have to get scoped on an annual basis. I produce polyps at an abnormal rate. Just get them burned off each time. Other option is to remove the colon and I don’t feel like crapping 6 times a day going that route. I’ll get the annual 10 diminutive polyps removed.
Posted by bazeball
Equipped, not stripped.
Member since Jun 2006
478 posts
Posted on 1/17/24 at 11:00 am to
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Time to invest in the company that makes Colo-Guard.


Numerous companies are working on blood tests to replace colonoscopies. Some are in phase 2 and 3 trials now. In 5-10 years, you will be able to be screened for colon cancer with a simple lab draw.
Posted by Scruffy
Kansas City
Member since Jul 2011
72129 posts
Posted on 1/17/24 at 11:01 am to
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Thanks to a genetic issue, I have to get scoped on an annual basis.
We have an extensive family history of colon cancer on my dad’s side. Definitely something genetic there.

I’ll have to do the same thing to keep on top of it.
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