Rectal cancer refers to the uncontrolled growth of the cells in the rectum which is the last part of the large bowel close to the anus. Rectal cancer may occur in isolation or along with cancer of the colon (the longest part of the large bowel). Rectal and colon cancer are together called colorectal cancer. Read more: How Do You Stage Rectal Cancer? Article
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Blood in the Stool (Rectal Bleeding, Hematochezia)
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Colon Cancer (Colorectal Cancer)
Colon Cancer (Colorectal Cancer) is a malignancy that arises from the inner lining of the colon. Most, if not all, of these cancers, develop from colonic polyps. Removal of these precancerous polyps can prevent colon cancer.
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Do I Have Hemorrhoids or Rectal Prolapse?
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How Do You Treat Rectal Prolapse in Kids?
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How Do You Know If You Have Rectal Prolapse?
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Blood When I Wipe: 11 Causes of Rectal Bleeding
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Can You Poop With a Rectal Prolapse?
Rectal prolapse is the sliding down of the rectum (the last part of the large bowel) from its normal position and protruding out of the body. The prolapse may involve either the superficial lining or full thickness of the rectal wall sliding down through the anus. The degree of prolapse varies depending on the extent of the protrusion.
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What Is the Main Cause of Rectal Cancer?
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Blood in the Stool (Rectal Bleeding) in Adults
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Can You Feel Rectal Cancer?
Rectal cancer refers to the uncontrolled growth of cells in the rectum, which is the last part of the large bowel close to the anus. Rectal cancer may occur in isolation or along with cancer of the colon (the longest part of the large bowel).
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