Colorectal cancer is rising in young people and often found too late
Research presented at the American Academy of Pediatrics conference revealed a rise in advanced colorectal cancer among patients aged 21 and younger, with 80% lacking a family history. Symptoms like abdominal pain and rectal bleeding are often overlooked, leading to late-stage diagnoses. The study underscores the need for awareness, as nearly half of the patients died from the disease.