A new study indicated that the occurrence of rectal cancer may be on the rise. Scientists have also revealed who is the most at risk of this disease, writes the portal in the latest research analyzed data from the US National Oncology Institute of 2017 to 2021.Prosers found that the occurrence of rectal cancer has increased especially in one demographic group.
The rectal cancer is sometimes confused by patients for hemorrhoids Frequent symptoms of cancer include bleeding, stool blood, itching and rectal pain. In some cases may cause growth or lump.
The number of cases of rectal cancer increased by 2.9 % in women in 2017 to 2021 and 1.6 % in men. “The rectal cancer rate is fastest between white and Hispanic women over 65 – groups that traditionally do not consider high -risk, ” The chief author of the study, Dr. Ashley Robinson, was introduced.
According to research, the largest increase in women over the age of 65 was 4.3 %. Scientists believe that if this trend continues, the number of rectal cancer cases in women over 65 could double in less than 17 years. Although the reason for the increase is not clear, the doctor believes that this could be caused by vaccination against HPV, which would not have to recommend women over 65 years of age.
Rectal cancer is related to HPV infection, Most cases of cancer cause this virus. The vaccine was launched in the US in 2006. Reduces the likelihood of HPV infection that spreads Contact skin to skin, usually during sexual intercourse.
“It is very important that we promote vaccination against HPV as a key tool to prevent rectal cancer At the same time, they informed healthcare providers about how guidelines for screening are developing, “Dr. Robinson said. At present, older women do not screen the rectal cancer, but the findings of the study have indicated that this could be beneficial.
