Colon Cancer with Dr. Howard Schecter : MD-VOD
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Not counting skin cancers, colorectal cancer is the third most common cancer found in men and women in this country. Thanks to colorectal cancer screening, polyps can be found earlier when it is easier to cure, and the death rate from this cancer has been going down for the past 15 years. Still, the risk of a man having colorectal cancer in his lifetime is about 1 in 19; for women it is about 1 in 20.
As we do with every illness we'll help explain in simple terms what Colon cancer is, who is at risk and what the dangers are, and what are the symptoms. So join us as we simplify what you need to know about Colon cancer here on MD VOD, your health live and on demand.
Colon and rectal cancers begin in the digestive system, or GI system, short for gastrointestinal system. This is where food is processed to create energy and rid the body of solid waste matter. In order to understand colorectal cancer, it helps to know something about the structure of the digestive system and how it works.
After food is chewed and swallowed, it travels to the stomach. There it is partly broken down and sent to the small intestine. The word "small" refers to the width of the small intestine. In fact, the small intestine is the longest part of the digestive system — about 20 feet long.
The small intestine also breaks down the food and absorbs most of the nutrients and then leads to the large intestine (also called the large bowel or colon), a muscular tube about five feet long. The colon absorbs water and nutrients from the food and also serves as a storage place for waste matter. The waste matter (stool) moves from the colon into the rectum, the last six inches of the digestive system. From there the waste passes out of the body through the opening called the anus.
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Host, Dr. John Kennedy, MD, FACC is the Director of Preventive Cardiology and Wellness, Marina Del Rey Hospital, Marina Del Rey, California. He is on the Board of Directors for the American Heart Association and is the Co-Author of The 15 Minute Heart Cure: The Natural Way to Release Stress and Heal Your Heart in Just Minutes a Day.
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Not counting skin cancers, colorectal cancer is the third most common cancer found in men and women in this country. Thanks to colorectal cancer screening, polyps can be found earlier when it is easier to cure, and the death rate from this cancer has been going down for the past 15 years. Still, the risk of a man having colorectal cancer in his lifetime is about 1 in 19; for women it is about 1 in 20.
As we do with every illness we’ll help explain in simple terms what Colon cancer is, who is at risk and what the dangers are, and what are the symptoms. So join us as we simplify what you need to know about Colon cancer here on MD VOD, your health live and on demand.
Colon and rectal cancers begin in the digestive system, or GI system, short for gastrointestinal system. This is where food is processed to create energy and rid the body of solid waste matter. In order to understand colorectal cancer, it helps to know something about the structure of the digestive system and how it works.
After food is chewed and swallowed, it travels to the stomach. There it is partly broken down and sent to the small intestine. The word “small” refers to the width of the small intestine. In fact, the small intestine is the longest part of the digestive system — about 20 feet long.
The small intestine also breaks down the food and absorbs most of the nutrients and then leads to the large intestine (also called the large bowel or colon), a muscular tube about five feet long. The colon absorbs water and nutrients from the food and also serves as a storage place for waste matter. The waste matter (stool) moves from the colon into the rectum, the last six inches of the digestive system. From there the waste passes out of the body through the opening called the anus.
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formation only, not medical advice.*****
Host, Dr. John Kennedy, MD, FACC is the Director of Preventive Cardiology and Wellness, Marina Del Rey Hospital, Marina Del Rey, California. He is on the Board of Directors for the American Heart Association and is the Co-Author of The 15 Minute Heart Cure: The Natural Way to Release Stress and Heal Your Heart in Just Minutes a Day.
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Thanks Doctor! Outstanding presentation and very educational! One of the
best videos I have seen regarding this subject.
In 2000, at the age of 39, I was diagnosed with rectal cancer. I had some
unexplained rectal bleeding. At first I just brushed it off as nothing,
but a friend of mine insisted I go to the doctor and wouldn’t take no for
an answer. I was extremely lucky. The only treatment needed was surgery.
I have no family history of colorectal cancer, did not smoke, and ate
healthy. The best advise I can say is know your body and don’t just brush
things off. Thank God I had a friend that cared enough for me to push to
seed medical advise.
Get screened at age 45 if you are African American. Don’t wait until age
50.
If you want to know more about all diseases, including cancers, research
“Know The Cause” hosted by Doug Kaufmann. All things in nature break down
by fungus growth and mycotoxins which are poisonous. It’s a huge study, and
if you want to know how things originate, watch about four hours of Doug’s
program and get reading books on fungus. Biochemistry and cell biology
study will help you too. Nutrition education will save you from most
illnesses. Know The Cause and change your eating habits!
if somebody (age 80+ yrs) is having not pleasant feeling under (inside)
underwear…feeling wet/ perspiration all the time ! and black spots on
skins on ‘penis’- not going away…. what is that ? because of ‘colon’
problem? or urinary track problem?
I had a Colonoscopy 12/24/2014.. The Doctor found a least 6 Polyps and
removed them… I’m now waiting for the results of the Biopsy.. 5 of the
were White in color, and 1 was dark red-ish… I watched the entire
Colonoscopy Procedure on computer monitor… It was Fascinating
to watch…
you just scared me with this things, im gonna go to lab tomorrow
I’ve been having really bad abdominal pain everyday for the past 2 months.
I’m scheduled to have a colonoscopy next week. Hopefully I don’t have
cancer :(. I’m 19 by the way.
Excellent show.
My dad passed a year ago and I was diagnosed yesterday with stage 3B colon
cancer. I don’t even want to fight it and think I will just give up. I am
so lost.
I had it 10 years ago. Am very grateful. Wished I had had a colonoscopy
earlier (I was 53)
My friend passed from this cancer last year
My sister-in-law is 51, & was diagnosed with this in April, after
seeing her doctor about feeling tired. She was found to be severely anemic,
& after tests, it was discovered that she was into stage 2 colon cancer.
She had surgery in May, & has recovered very well, & there are no
indications that it has spread anywhere. She was offered chemo, as an
“insurance policy” against the disease, but chose not to have it, as she
feels so well now, & the chemo would likely make her feel bad, & it only
improved her chances against it returning by a very low percentage.
I am getting one in a few days iam scare as SHiT!!
I am wondering, what is the source for the 1 in 19 men and 1 in 20 women
get colon cancer? I can’t find it in the description.
thanks doctor
It is too bad the Dr. Is wrong it can start happening as young as 20
A very informative episode. As a person interested in the disease, this was
all the data needed to make informed decisions and in a easily digestible
format!
how long should medicines continue after colon cancer is
cured and 8 chemotherapy complete — colon cancer detected
very early — blood test normal– life was always normal–
how long should medicines continue ? Pls let me know —
thanking u sir
Sometimes blood is in my stool. Not frequently though. And notice it’s
usually when I eat poorly. Btw Both my mom and dad have passed from cancer
(mom had breast then it spread. Dad had kidney) so I am scared.
My uncle has this cancer right now. He’s been fighting it for almost a year
and a half. My biological aunt passed away from colon cancer when she was
45 years old. I’m 38 and scheduled for a colonoscopy in 2 days because of
severe abdominal pain, wall thickening, inflammation, etc. I’m not worried
about colon cancer with myself, but it has made me more aware of the awful
disease that many people are battling. Also, I’ve made sure to start
bugging my older relatives about keeping up with their 5 or 10 year
colonoscopies.
I hate this Cancer too. It took my Grandma from me. It has had a negative
effect on people in my family.
I had mine done today yes I have a descending mass two small polyp removed.
5 biopsy done. On this mass with the fiber I eat I was taking back 5yrs ago
perfect .I do not do a lot of red meat. Had gastric bypass 2008 gallbladder
taken out. Day after thanksgiving. Still was having stomach discomfort. My
intuition told me get a gastric empty test. Last week. I am a little shaken
until test. Yes former smoker. Do not drink. Thank god. But god gave me a
sign. Do you think I need a upper g.I. done.? After gallbladder light bulb
went off. I did limit my fat intake im slowly going vegan.
You get this cancer from eating fried foods and chemical, processed
ingredients for two or three decades. In other words, unconscious eating.
Go vegan for optimal health!
No its a hemorrhoid iv been trying to eat only healthy foods and dranking
only water
Chemo = poison! Gerson therapy is great alternative.
?? Do you have lumps at the belt line?
toi thay rat hieu qua va bo ich
Both sides of my lower back. I cant poop and my anus is swollen. Whats rong
im in alot of pain
One of my best friends was 39 and diagnosed with colo/rectal cancer. He
died in April. My wife was diagnosed with C/R cancer in May. After scope,
blood tests, CT scan and MRI. During surgery they discovered that it was
not stage 1 as they expected, but was stage 4. These guys are parroting
every useless not aplicable thing said to me by every other person wearing
scrubs. They dont know why people get it, and their advice is essentially
test so it doest turn into cancer. I have no faith in them.
This moring I poo red but I drink red Gatorade but I use to smoke cigarette
when I was younger lIke I think 13 or 14 now im 17 I stop smokong but
should I wait untill I poo red again or go to the hospital
Gerson Therapy is much a much recommended alternative for me