Often people do not pay attention to the ongoing changes in the intestines.. Many simply ignore the appearance of constipation or, conversely, diarrhea, relieving symptoms by taking medications.. At the same time, people sometimes do not realize that “harmless” constipation may indicate a developing malignant neoplasm in the intestine..

It is for this reason that doctors call for a more attentive attitude to their health of people who have crossed the 40-year mark and have these symptoms..

Gastroenterologist Sergei Vyalov urges people with any intestinal disorders to visit a doctor without delay and sign up for a colonoscopy (examination of the large intestine).

The doctor warns: “If, for example, with a stomach ulcer, a person feels pain, and this is the reason for going to the doctor, then ulcers in the intestines do not make themselves known for a long time. Over a long period, changes in the intestines can be asymptomatic, while turning into a malignant neoplasm”.

In fact, diarrhea is not such a harmless condition..

According to scientists, the presence of a stool disorder can be a symptom of about 150 serious diseases, including cancer..

Colonoscopy is essential for people with intermittent constipation and loose stools.

The appearance of blood, mucus in the feces, as well as a low hemoglobin level in the blood and a sharp decrease in body weight should also be the reason for going to the doctor and undergoing an instrumental examination method..

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