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Colorectal cancer is preventable, know the signs and get screened – Colorectal Cancer Alliance

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Jul 13, 2024, 18:09

Colorectal cancer is preventable, know the signs and get screened – Colorectal Cancer Alliance

Colorectal Cancer Alliance shared on LinkedIn:

” ‘I was diagnosed with colorectal cancer in March 2022 at 47 years old, after seeing blood in my stool. I was Stage III — I did 5 Chemo Infusions over 15 weeks, and 25 days of radiation over 5 weeks. This was not easy, and it landed me in the hospital twice. I happily rang the bell signifying the end of treatment. After 2 surgeries in 2023, I was declared NED and I felt like I beat cancer. Well, I guess I didn’t. Soon after I was diagnosed as Stage IV. 13 chemo infusions over 26 weeks and another 25 radiation days over 5 weeks is what followed. Now, I wait to see the results.

More and more young people are being diagnosed with colorectal cancer and that is alarming. It will soon be the deadliest cancer in both men and women. It’s crucial for people to know their family history of cancer and even polyps, as that can help get an earlier screening. Knowing the signs of colon cancer, like blood in your stool, is important to get you to a doctor. I ignored it thinking that I had a food allergy.

I’m thankful to have the best army of supporters, from my amazing family, incredible friends, and some truly awesome coworkers. I will never stop living my life to the fullest and I will battle this until I can one day say that I’m a survivor. As an advertising and marketing executive, it is now my mission to educate and help others. Please know the signs and get screened. Colorectal cancer is preventable.’ – Seth T.

If you are 45 or older, have a family history of colorectal cancer, or are experiencing symptoms… get screened! Take our screening quiz and learn more about your screening options.”

Colorectal cancer is preventable, know the signs and get screened - Colorectal Cancer Alliance