Dr Ford Brewer - PrevMed Top 5 WARNING Signs of Colon Cancer You MUST KNOW! - Ford Brewer MD MPH (PrevMed Health)
Aug 7, 2025
The podcast dives into the rising incidence of colon cancer, especially among younger individuals. Key warning signs and the importance of early detection are highlighted, along with personal anecdotes about colonoscopies. It discusses how dietary factors can influence cancer risk and emphasizes the critical role of screening. Listeners learn about inflammatory markers related to colon health and the challenges in obtaining accurate medical imaging. The speaker also shares insights into practical health experimentation, encouraging a personalized approach to wellness.
AI Snips
Chapters
Transcript
Episode notes
Blood in Stool Is Key Warning
- Bleeding or blood in the stool is often ignored or mistaken for hemorrhoids, delaying colon cancer diagnosis.
- Hidden blood in stool requires testing as it can indicate bleeding not visible to the naked eye.
Monitor Bowel Changes Closely
- Watch for changes in bowel habits like diarrhea, constipation, or unusual stool shape as they can indicate colon cancer.
- Don't dismiss symptoms as IBS without proper colon screening to rule out cancer.
Weight Loss Signals Advanced Cancer
- Unintentional weight loss is a late but serious sign of colon cancer influenced by cancer's energy consumption and inflammation.
- Large bleeding from tumors indicates advanced disease and difficulty in denial by patients.