03/24/2026
Not all signs of colon cancer are obvious.
Itās not always blood in the stool or severe abdominal pain.
Sometimesā¦ it looks like fatigue.
Sometimesā¦ itās shortness of breath.
Sometimesā¦ itās just being told youāre iron deficient.
For colorectal cancer awareness month, our wonderful patient, Mrs. Sanders, has agreed to share her story in hopes that it saves other people and encourages them to pursue life saving screening measures.
Mrs Sanders presented to us with vague symptoms last fall that didnāt quite add up. A quick blood draw was obtained and revealed she had severe iron deficiency anemia. She underwent a CT scan of the abdomen which identified a possible mass and was then referred for a colonoscopy. Ultimately, she was diagnosed with Stage 1 Colon Cancer.
But hereās the message we hope to conveyā¦
Because it was caught early, she was able to receive treatment without needing chemotherapy and today is Cancer Free! š
This is why we donāt ignore subtle signs.
This is why we investigate.
This is why early detection matters!!!
If youāre feeling off, more tired than usual, or something just isnāt right, donāt brush it off.
Let us help you find answers.
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