Like other cancers, colon cancer is due to rapid cell production from mutated or abnormal cellular DNA. The exact cause is unknown but risk factors include inherited gene mutations, diets high in fat, being 50 years or older and having a family history of colon cancer. Other contributing factors are: being obese, leading a sedentary lifestyle, having inflammatory intestinal conditions and having diabetes (type 2).

What are the stages of colorectal cancer?

What are the symptoms of colon cancer?