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Colon Cancer Symptoms Differ Based on Location
By Amber J. Tresca, About.com
Updated March 06, 2009
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Colon cancer can arise in any part of the colon. Colon cancer can be completely asymptomatic which is why a screening colonoscopy is so important. Initial symptoms and signs can include rectal bleeding, anemia, difficulty moving the bowels, diarrhea, blood in the stool, or a change in the caliber or size of the stool.
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