Colorectal or colon cancer originates from the growth of cells within the colon, which is a section of the large intestine. The large intestine serves as the final part of the digestive system, responsible for breaking down food for bodily use. Although it primarily affects older individuals, we are now seeing more and more younger patients with colorectal cancer.  Typically, it begins with the formation of small cell clusters known as polyps inside the colon.

While most polyps are non-cancerous, some have the potential to evolve into colon cancer over time. As polyps often do not exhibit symptoms, regular screening tests are recommended by doctors to detect and remove them to prevent colon cancer. In some cases, colorectal cancers with polyps are hereditary. In cases where colorectal cancer does develop, various treatments such as surgery, radiation therapy (for rectal cancers), and medications including chemotherapy and immunotherapy can be employed to manage it effectively.