What are the first signs of bowel cancer? 

Bowel cancer often doesn’t have any signs or symptoms in the early stages of the disease, but the first symptoms you may notice include:

  • a persistent change in your bowel habits, such as diarrhoea or constipation

  • blood in your poo

  • abdominal pain, bloating, or discomfort

  • losing weight without trying

  • extreme tiredness or exhaustion that doesn’t improve with rest 

It’s important to remember that these symptoms are commonly caused by other conditions too, but it’s important to always have them checked by a consultant.

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