Colorectal Cancer, Explained in Under 2 Minutes
Colorectal cancer is one of the most common types of cancer that affects all genders.
Colorectal cancer is when a cancerous polyp develops in your colon or rectum. Some people inherit genes that make it more likely for polyps to grow. More often, colorectal cancer develops from certain environmental or lifestyle factors.
In this video, learn the symptoms, risk factors, and treatments for colorectal cancer.
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