There are a number of common colon issues, colon cancer being the most feared one amongst the extensive list of ailments. But the risk factors that are associated with colon cancer are more the reason to get proper and immediate treatment.

Rick factors that increase the chances include old age, a personal history of colorectal cancer or polyps, inflammatory intestinal conditions, inherited syndromes that increase colon cancer risk, family history of colon cancer, low fiber or high fiber diet, diabetes, obesity, smoking, alcohol amongst others.

In most of the cases the cause for colon cancer is not clear. The technical explanation states that colon cancer is caused when the healthy cells in the colon are courted due to DNA problems.

• Symptoms of colon cancer include a change in your normal bowel habits. Even disorders like diarrhea and constipation changes in consistency of your stool, basically anything that is prolonged and not natural can be the beginning signs of colon cancer.
• Rectal bleeding, more commonly known as blood in your stool is a symptom and potential indicator of colon cancer.
• Abdominal discomfort is another clear indicator that there is something wrong with your digestive system and colon tract for that matter.

Many of the symptoms of colon cancer or any colon related issues for that matter may not be easily diagnosed, which is more the reason to check with a medical professional to treat the ailments at the early stages and curb the problem.

Some of the issues can be treated with medication, without the need for extensive surgery or treatment. But prevention is better than cure, this is true in case of sever ailments.