Know the Difference Between Hemorrhoids and Colorectal Cancer and When to Seek Help, Doctor Explains

Know the Difference Between Hemorrhoids and Colorectal Cancer and When to Seek Help, Doctor Explains
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Colorectal cancer, when detected early, can be treated effectively with a higher chance of recovery. However, its early symptoms can be easily mistaken for other conditions such as hemorrhoids and indigestion.

So, how can you differentiate between bleeding caused by hemorrhoids and that caused by cancer?