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Colon disease that affects the normal human body Functioning

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Colon disease that affects the normal human body Functioning Several diseases can hinder with the normal functioning of the colon. These diseases are classified as benign (noncancerous) or malignant (cancerous). They can cause symptoms including bleeding, infection, and perforation. In some cases, doctors deal with the disease by removing a segment of the colon. Given that the average person has 3-5 feet of Colon and 8-10 feet of the small bowel, removing a segment generally doesn't affect normal colon functioning.                                     Diseases of Colon Symptoms: A constant change in your bowel habits, including diarrhea or constipation or a change in the consistency of your stool Rectal bleeding or blood in your stool Persistent abdominal annoyance, such as gas, cramps or pain A feeling that your bowel doesn't empty completely Weakness or fatigue Unexplained weight loss Many people with colon cancer sense no symptoms in the