Dr. Jade warns of colorectal cancer signs despite regular habits

Khaosod•Society•21m ago

Reader Briefing

Dr. Jessad Bunyavongvirot warns that regular daily bowel movements do not guarantee the absence of colorectal cancer.

•Colorectal cancer can occur in individuals as young as 30-40 years old.
•Dr. Jessad Bunyavongvirot identifies five warning signs that necessitate medical examination.
•Screening recommendations vary by age and family history, with some guidelines suggesting starts at 45 or 50 years old.
•Diagnostic methods include Fecal Immunochemical Tests (FIT) and colonoscopies.

•Dr. Jessad Bunyavongvirot states that having daily bowel movements does not mean the intestines are always problem-free as polyps or cancer can still be present.
•Dr. Jessad Bunyavongvirot lists blood in stool, easy fatigue with pale skin, unexplained weight loss, frequent abdominal pain or bloating, and changes in bowel habits as warning signs.
•Dr. Jessad Bunyavongvirot notes that anemia from iron deficiency in men or post-menopausal women can be caused by undetected internal bleeding in the intestines.
•Dr. Jessad Bunyavongvirot advises those aged 30-something with a parental history of colorectal cancer to begin colonoscopies several years earlier than the general population.
•Dr. Jessad Bunyavongvirot mentions that the United States recommends general screening start at age 45, while Thailand generally encourages it at age 50.
•Dr. Jessad Bunyavongvirot recommends a Fecal Immunochemical Test (FIT) as a simple first step, followed by a colonoscopy if blood is detected.
•Dr. Jessad Bunyavongvirot urges immediate hospital visits for severe abdominal pain, fainting from blood loss, or severe bloating preventing bowel movements or gas.

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Dr. Jessad Bunyavongvirot(นพ.เจษฎ์ บุณยวงศ์วิโรจน์)

The Deputy Director of Maharat Nakhon Ratchasima Hospital, also known as Dr. Jade.

Maharat Nakhon Ratchasima Hospital(โรงพยาบาลมหาราชนครราชสีมา)ℹ️

The hospital where Dr. Jessad Bunyavongvirot serves as Deputy Director.

United States(สหรัฐฯ)ℹ️

A country mentioned for its recommendation to start colorectal cancer screening at age 45.