This archive report was first published on 27 July 2019.
Ken Okoth, the late Kibra MP, succumbed to colorectal cancer after a brave fight against the disease.
Colorectal cancer, also known as bowel cancer or colon cancer, is the abnormal growth of cells in the colon or rectum that can invade or spread to other parts of the body.
According to the American Cancer Society, there will be an estimated 140,250 new cases of colorectal cancer in 2019, making it the 2nd leading cause of cancer death among men and women combined in the United States.
Colorectal cancer is often caused by a combination of factors, including old age, lifestyle factors, and genetic disorders.
Symptoms of colorectal cancer may include blood in the stool, a change in bowel movements, weight loss, and feeling tired all the time.
Risk factors that increase the chances of developing colorectal cancer include diet, obesity, smoking, lack of physical activity, and alcohol use.
Treatments for colorectal cancer may include surgery, radiation therapy, chemotherapy, and targeted therapy.
