From Night Sweats To Changes In Bowel Habits: Colorectal Cancer Survivor Reflects On Red Flags He Overlooked

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December 10, 2024, 7:22 AM

• •Joe Faratzis was diagnosed with stage 4 colorectal cancer at age 28.
• •He missed six key warning signs that pointed to colorectal cancer: constant night sweats, pain in the lower right abdomen, more frequent bathroom trips, mild cramping when bending over, constipation, and blood in his stool.
• •Faratzis urges everyone to be smart and be their own health advocate. Make the call so you don't end up here.

Joe Faratzis was just 28 when he was diagnosed with stage 4 colorectal cancer. He missed six key warning signs that pointed to colorectal cancer: constant night sweats, pain in the lower right abdomen, more frequent bathroom trips, mild cramping when bending over, constipation, and blood in his stool. Now, five years later, Faratzis is sharing his journey on TikTok, to raise awareness about the subtle signs of colorectal cancer that could save lives if spotted early.

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