Colorectal adenoma may turn into cancer, doctors reveal 3 dangerous lifestyles

Fu Jiaju, director of RiRiqing Internal Medicine Clinic, said that a high-fat, low-fiber diet, as well as excessive intake of red meat and processed meat, may be related to an increased risk of colorectal adenoma and colorectal cancer; the picture is a situational photo.

One of the most important tasks of colonoscopy is not only to find colorectal cancer, but also to detect and remove colorectal adenomas that may develop into cancer early. Fu Jiaju, director of Ri Ri Qing Internal Medicine Clinic, reminded the public that it is best to pay attention to three lifestyles: daily high oil and low fiber, eating too much red meat and processed meat, smoking and drinking, as well as obesity and sitting for a long time, are all related to an increased risk of colorectal adenoma and colorectal cancer.

Fu Ka-kui shared on Facebook "Dr. Fu Ka-kui Hepatobiliary and Gastroenterology Specialist" that although most colorectal adenomas have no obvious symptoms, they may gradually develop into colorectal cancer after many years. Therefore, one of the important tasks of colonoscopy is to detect and remove these precancerous lesions early to reduce the risk of future colorectal cancer.

With the westernization of diet, more and more attention has been paid to early-onset colorectal cancer and colorectal adenoma in young people in recent years. Fu Jiaju reminds that the following three lifestyles are related to the increased risk of colorectal adenoma and colorectal cancer:

●High-fat, low-fiber diet, and excessive intake of red meat/processed meat. Intestinal health is also easily affected if you don't eat enough vegetables, fruits and whole grains.

●Smoking and drinking not only harm the heart, lungs and liver, but also increase the risk of colon polyps and colorectal cancer.

●Obesity, overweight and sedentary life, abdominal fat and metabolic abnormalities are associated with the risk of various cancers.

Fu Jiaju stressed that on average, one person in Taiwan is diagnosed with colorectal cancer every 30 minutes. With early detection and early treatment, many colorectal cancers can be prevented. In addition to adjusting their living habits, people are also advised to discuss with their doctors the screening methods that suit them based on their age, family history and gastrointestinal symptoms, and undergo colonoscopy when necessary.