Many people feel uncomfortable or anxious discussing problems related to their gastrointestinal (GI) tract, says Dr. Heather Yeo, a colorectal surgeon at Weill Cornell. Some may attribute their symptoms to something else as a way of avoiding dealing with the real issue. But Dr. Yeo says it’s important to talk to your doctor about any unusual changes in your bodyand not to blame yourself if it turns out you do have cancer.
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