How likely is it for women like me to have colon problems?
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I'm not a doctor but I started having colon problems (Crohn's) when I was about 27. If you have Crohns, Colitis, IBD, it can start at any time and it can also be hereditary. My problems started when I let myself really get run-down. Definitely see a Gastroenterologist who can let you know what is going on down there. A good diagnosis can result in good quality of life in most cases. Best of luck to you!!!! Cheers!
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a common problem for women is anemia, low iron in your blood system. This typically has symptoms such as lethargy (feeling tired and weak) and bruising easily. A simple change in diet is usually enough. Eat dark greens or red meats. A good rule of thumb is the darker the green the higher the iron. If this doesn't work for you then try adding a supplement such as an iron pill. However these do have a tendancy to cause constipation. Try a liquid form. These are usually available in health food stores or places like GNC. Hope this helps and you feel better!
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having a positive family history increases your chances,but this does not mean that you'll have cancer for sure.\nthe only hereditary case is familial polyposis,which is a massive number of polyps in the intestines,that will turn into a colon cancer in 100% of the cases.and the bad thing about it that it is familial.\nonce you find it in a member of a family,you have to screen the rest.
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no dear it is not normal, please go see your doctor, the constipation may have torn some lining in the wall between vagina and poop shoot, this can cause some serious infections.
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If your family dr did the gyn exam, see a gynecologist. Pain in this area can be caused by cysts, infection, scar tissue, endometriosis, urinary tract infections. If the pain is only on 1 side, infection or inflammation in the colon can cause this although usually there are other symptoms.\n\nIf you saw a gyn dr then I'd get another opinion and consider a pelvic  ultrasound to look for cysts.
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Uncontrolled bowel movements, tearing of the rectal muscles, bleeding, increased risk of STD's etc...
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yes. My aunt does that. Just make sure you eat lots fruits and   food group. Dont pig out by all mean. best luck.
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I too used to suffer from irritable colon, I tried many remedies in the market but nothing will work until I finally  realized that it was to do with the change in my diet that make me feel ill. In order to be more healthy I was eating a lot of fibre and much onions and garlic. Since I started consuming them in moderation and eating more carbohydrates all problem dissapeared. sometimes it is not good to change your diet drastically. So maybe it is to do with your diet, watch out!!!!
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You should go to your doctor, you may have IBS or some other bowel condition.
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Symptoms of colon cancer are numerous and non-specific. They include fatigue, weakness, shortness of breath, change in bowel habits, narrow stools, diarrhea or constipation, red or dark blood in stool, weight loss, abdominal pain, cramps, or bloating. Other conditions such as irritable bowel syndrome (spastic colon), ulcerative colitis, Crohn's disease, diverticulosis, and peptic ulcer disease can have symptoms that mimic colorectal cancer. Colon cancer can be present for several years before symptoms develop. Symptoms vary according to where in the large bowel the tumor is located. Typically, right-sided cancers cause iron deficiency anemia due to the slow loss of blood over a long period of time. Iron deficiency anemia causes fatigue, weakness, and shortness of breath. The left colon is narrower than the right colon. Therefore, cancers of the left colon are more likely to cause partial or complete bowel obstruction. Cancers causing partial bowel obstruction can cause symptoms of constipation, narrowed stool, diarrhea, abdominal pains, cramps, and bloating. Bright red blood in the stool may also indicate a growth near the end of the left colon or rectum. Surgery is the most common treatment for colorectal cancer.The long term prognosis after surgery depends on whether the cancer has spread to other organs.  The risk of metastasis is proportional to the depth of penetration of the cancer into the bowel wall. In patients with early colon cancer which is limited to the superficial layer of the bowel wall, surgery is often the only treatment needed. These patients can experience long term survival in excess of eighty percent. In patients with advanced colon cancer, wherein the tumor has penetrated beyond the bowel wall and there is evidence of metastasis to distant organs, the five year survival rate is less than ten percent.
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Drink 5 glasses of water a day.\nEat 5 fruit and veg a day as part of a healthy and well balanced diet.\nExercise more.\nDepression and stress can also effect the lifestyle.\nConsult your doctor with your problem, he can prescribe you laxatives.  Sometimes they ask for stool and blood samples to see if you carry any diseases such as Irritable Bowel Syndrome, Crohns Disease etc.\nThese lifestyle changes should bring the constipation to a stop, but it could come back at anytime.
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well, its not very common though; i would say abt 32% of Usa women have it and what causes it is their upbringing.\nso they are not to be blamed..good.
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Check into a thing called Irritable Bowel Syndrome. thats how mine started.
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=Sorry to hear you having those troubles. I take it that you have some form of anxiety? Yes it can cause some symptoms like that. If your anxiety is bothering you then I would recommend you seeing a doctor and maybe ask about an anxiety med. It could also be IBS, Irritable Bowel Syndrome.  Click on the link below to earn More about this.  I can relate to what you are going thru and the gastrointerologist I saw recommends 3 teaspons of Metamucil or Citrocel daily.  It works for me.  Good luck
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There are all sorts of causes...but you should ask a qualified medical expert if you're having problems. I will say that there are some women who don't have them at all until they take certain medications. I don't know anything more specific, though. Do call your family physician or a good OB/GYN.
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It's not likely to be cancer at her age.  I would lean more towards the idea that it could be diverticulitis, which is a type of inflamatory bowel disorder.  \n\nAlso, depending on the amount of blood, it could be irritable bowel syndrome, and anxiety only exacerbates symptoms.\n\nShe needs to demand a colonoscopy.  Bloodwork alone will not tell someone if they have cancer unless it has metastisazed to other parts of the body.  Even then, it will show up as an elevated amount of white blood cells in her CBC.
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Hi there,\nIf you have a problem with your colon I would rather recommend a Tsp. Psyllium Hulls Combination from Nature's Sunshine in a glass of water or juice and 2 capsules of Cascara Sagrada also for Nature's Sunshine. Eat them around 6 clock in the evening and you have no more problems. Colonic is not just a 10 x thing and it will get costly after a while. So think about it, if the same thing can be done the natural way. Good Luck