Most colorectal cancers develop from polyps in glandular tissue of the intestinal lining.

Colorectal cancer, sometimes called colon cancer, starts when cells that line your colon or rectum grow out of control.

In its early stages, colorectal cancer may not have symptoms. Problems that cause symptoms usually start after it’s spread.

Anyone can get colorectal cancer. Doctors often don't know why it happens, but they know some of the risk factors.

Proper nutrition and diet are important in helping to prevent many diseases, and colorectal cancer is no exception.