Colon Cancer Awareness Crossword Puzzle

QUESTIONS LIST:

• colorectal: cancer is the 2nd leading cause of cancer related deaths
• constipation: difficulty in emptying the bowels, dry/hard stool
• bowel prep: oral laxatives golytely, miralax, bisacodyl, ect.
• clear liquids: gatorade, lemonade, crystal light, broth, jell-o, kool-aid
• symptoms: changes in bowel habits, blood in stool, unintentional weight loss
• forty five: age routine screening should start
• polyp: growth in the colon that should no be there
• increased risk: family history, history of polyps, inflammatory bowel disease
• diarrhea: increase frequency of bowel movements, liquid stool
• awareness: concerned about and well-informed about a particular situation or development
• lifestyle: risk factors includes, diet, exercise, smoking, alcohol, excessive weight
• colonoscope: thin, lighted tube with video camera to see the lining of the colon
• sedation: given to make you more comfortable
• preventable screenings: are free and saves lives