Although each case of bowel cancer is individual, there are a number of common symptoms you can look out for such as:
Such symptoms can be caused by other, less serious conditions but it is important to get them checked out by your GP. Early detection really does save lives.
Bowel cancer can occur at any age but it is primarily a cancer of the over 50’s for both men and women. Risk of the disease increases if there is a family history, but over 75% of patients have had no previous bowel condition or family link.