Colorectal Cancer Symptoms in Females

Colorectal cancer affects the colon or rectum and often presents differently in women compared to men. Symptoms are frequently mistaken for irritable bowel syndrome, hormonal changes, or common digestive problems. Key warning signs include persistent changes in bowel habits, unexplained abdominal pain, rectal bleeding, and sudden unexplained weight loss that should never be ignored.

According to Dr. Sandeep Nayak, surgical oncologist,
“Women often delay seeking help for colorectal symptoms because they attribute them to hormonal or gynaecological causes early investigation is always the right step.”

Early symptoms of colorectal cancer in women are subtle and easy to confuse with other common conditions, making awareness of these specific signs essential.

• Changes in Bowel Habits: Persistent diarrhoea, constipation, or a feeling of incomplete bowel emptying lasting more than three weeks is one of the most important early warning signs.
• Rectal Bleeding: Bright red or dark blood in the stool should never be assumed to be from haemorrhoids alone any rectal bleeding must be evaluated by a specialist promptly.
• Abdominal Pain and Cramping: Persistent cramping, bloating, or discomfort in the lower abdomen that does not resolve with dietary changes requires immediate medical investigation.
• Unexplained Weight Loss: Sudden unintentional weight loss without any change in diet or physical activity is a systemic warning sign that frequently accompanies early colorectal cancer.

If these symptoms persist, seeking timely evaluation for possible colon cancer can significantly improve treatment success and long-term outcomes.

As colorectal cancer progresses without treatment, symptoms become more severe and begin affecting multiple areas of daily functioning and overall health.

• Narrow or Ribbon-Like Stools: A persistent change in stool shape or size to a thin ribbon-like consistency can indicate a growing tumour partially blocking the colon passage.
• Pelvic Pain: Women may experience deep pelvic pain or pressure that mimics gynaecological conditions, often causing delayed diagnosis when not investigated thoroughly by a specialist.
• Anaemia and Fatigue: Chronic slow bleeding from a colorectal tumour can cause iron deficiency anaemia, leading to persistent fatigue, breathlessness, and pale skin in many female patients.
• Abdominal Lump: A palpable firmness or mass felt in the lower abdomen during self-examination in advanced stages of colorectal cancer requires urgent colon cancer treatment assessment.

Depending on the stage and spread of the disease, treatment planning may also incorporate advanced radiation therapy as part of a carefully coordinated, multidisciplinary approach to improve overall outcomes.

MACS Clinic provides advanced, evidence-based colon cancer treatment with expertise in minimally invasive and laparoscopic colectomy for precise tumor removal, smaller incisions, less pain, and faster recovery.

Led by Dr. Sandeep Nayak, the clinic offers personalized treatment plans based on cancer stage and patient condition, including surgery, chemotherapy, and targeted therapy when required. With a multidisciplinary team, advanced diagnostics, and comprehensive pre- and post-treatment care, MACS Clinic ensures safe treatment and improved long-term outcomes.

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