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Diagnosis of Colorectal Cancer

Signs and Symptoms of Colorectal Cancer

Signs and symptoms of colorectal cancer may include:

Hematochezia (bloody stools)
Melena (black, tarry stools)
Weight loss
Change in bowel habits (persistent constipation or diarrhea, or change in stool size)
Fatigue
Vomiting
Discomfort in the abdomen or rectum

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