[[{"@type":["BlogPosting"],"@id":"https:\/\/www.regionalcancercare.org\/news\/signs-of-precancerous-colon-cancer\/#BlogPosting","@context":{"@vocab":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","kg":"http:\/\/g.co\/kg"},"url":["https:\/\/www.regionalcancercare.org\/news\/signs-of-precancerous-colon-cancer\/","https:\/\/www.regionalcancercare.org\/news\/signs-of-precancerous-colon-cancer\/"],"publisher":[{"@id":"https:\/\/www.regionalcancercare.org\/"}],"author":[{"@type":"Organization","@id":"https:\/\/www.regionalcancercare.org\/news\/signs-of-precancerous-colon-cancer\/#BlogPosting_author_Organization","name":"Regional Cancer Care Associates"}],"inLanguage":"en-US","image":[{"@type":"ImageObject","@id":"https:\/\/www.regionalcancercare.org\/news\/signs-of-precancerous-colon-cancer\/#BlogPosting_image_ImageObject","url":"https:\/\/www.regionalcancercare.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/09\/Patient_Pointing_To_Abdomen_At-Doctors_Office.jpg"}],"headline":"Signs of Precancerous Colon Cancer","dateModified":"2021-11-11T14:45:58+00:00","datePublished":"2018-09-13T15:30:40+00:00","description":"Although adenomas and hereditary colorectal syndromes are considered precancerous, they can turn into colon cancer over time. Contact RCCA today to learn how our screening and treatment methods can help lower your risk for developing colon cancer.","articleBody":"\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tSeptember 13, 2018\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\nWhen it comes to the colon, there are two main conditions that are considered precancerous \u2013 adenomas and hereditary colorectal syndromes. While they\u2019re not thought to be cancerous, these conditions indicate abnormal changes to cells that may eventually become colorectal cancer. That\u2019s why it\u2019s important to watch out for all signs of colon cancer, especially precancerous colon conditions, so your RCCA cancer specialist can help catch and monitor any potential conditions when they\u2019re most treatable.\nAdenoma Signs\nIf left untreated, adenomas, otherwise known as adenomatous polyps, can develop into cancer. These abnormal growths can be found attached to the lining of either the colon or rectum. There are three main types of adenomas, including tubular, villous and tubulovillous, and they\u2019re used to differentiate between varying growth patterns. Villous adenomas are most likely to develop into colon cancer. While most adenomas will not cause any symptoms, some may cause:\nBowel habit changes, such as mucus in the stoolRectal bleedingAnemiaFatigue\nSigns of Hereditary Colorectal Syndromes\nThough rare, hereditary colorectal syndromes can cause colorectal polyps, increasing a patient\u2019s chances for developing colon cancer. These syndromes include familial adenomatous polyposis (FAP), Peutz-Jeghers syndrome, Lynch syndrome and juvenile polyposis syndrome. Those with hereditary colorectal syndromes may notice the following symptoms:\nChanges in bowel habitsRectal bleedingAbdominal pain or discomfortAnemiaBowel obstruction\nAt Regional Cancer Care Associates, we can order a variety of tests, such as colonoscopies, biopsies, genetic testing, flexible sigmoidoscopies and CT colonography, to diagnose precancerous colon conditions. If an adenoma is found, our highly credentialed physicians will help create a treatment plan that works for you. In most cases, precancerous polyps can be removed during a polypectomy.\nwe are here for you\nFor more information or to schedule an appointment, call 844-346-7222. You can also schedule an appointment by calling the RCCA location nearest you.\nRELATED ARTICLES\nRegional Cancer Care Associates is one of fewer than 200 medical practices in the country selected to participate in the Oncology Care Model (OCM); a recent Medicare initiative aimed at improving care coordination and access to and quality of care for Medicare beneficiaries undergoing chemotherapy treatment.\n\u00a9 2022 Regional Cancer Care Associates. 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