Does constipation increase the risk of colorectal cancer?

Researchers theorize that chronic constipation may raise one's risk of developing colorectal cancer for two reasons: 1. Chronic constipation may cause the number of carcinogens in the stool, (such as bile acids and other compounds), to become more concentrated. read more

Patients with chronic constipation may be at increased risk of developing colorectal cancer and benign neoplasms, according to study findings unveiled October 22 at the American College of Gastroenterology's (ACG) 77th Annual Scientific meeting in Las Vegas. read more