Why is colon cancer very common worldwide yet cancer of the

Solution

Colon cancer develops in the cells liing the inside of colon/or rectum. the colon or large intestine is a curving structure that continues the digestion of food from the small intrestine, absorbs liquid out of stool and carries it down to rectum for the elimination.

While there is no specific cause of colon cancer, certain factors can increase risk of developing the disease. :-

- These factors include genetics, diet and health. Individuals with a family history of colon cancer, especially if more than one relative has had the disease, are at increased risk.

-Also, two genetic syndromes, familial adenomatous polyposis and Lynch syndrome, have been associated with colon cancer.

- A diet rich in fat and red meat may increase disease risk. Colon cancer is rare in countries where red meat is less common on the menu.

- In addition, heavy alcohol use as well as smoking may contribute to a colon cancer diagnosis.

- Health factors such as obesity, diabetes and lack of exercise are associated with increased risk.

- Moreover, inflammatory disease such as other types of cancer or conditions such as ulcerative colitis can increase the likelihood of developing colon cancer.