Is bulbous stool a sign of bowel cancer?

Ball-shaped stool may be colon cancer, but also non-cancer factors such as constipation, which need to consult doctor for diagnosis in time. Colon cancer is a common malignant tumor of intestinal tract, after the onset of the disease, there may be changes in stool characteristics and habits, which may be manifested as diarrhea, constipation, alternating between the two, etc. When constipation occurs, the symptom of bulbous stool can be seen. At the same time will be accompanied by abdominal pain, fever, fatigue, emaciation, blood in the stool and other symptoms. In addition, if the patient usually sits for a long time, lacks exercise, drinks less water, eats less vegetables and fruits, etc., it can lead to constipation, and at this time, it can also appear in the form of bulbous stools. In any case, when the stool ball shape and other discomforts, should also go to the regular hospital inspection, line standardized diagnosis, treatment, to avoid delaying the condition.

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