Pediatric Colorectal Cancer

Carcinoid tumors

This type of cancer begins in a special type of cell in the intestine that produces hormones.

Gastrointestinal stromal tumors (GISTs)

This type of cancer begins in a type of cell in the wall of the colon called interstitial cells of Cajal.

Lymphomas

This is a type of cancer of the immune system cells.

Sarcomas

This type of cancer begins in the blood vessels, muscle layers, or other connective tissues in the walls of the colon or rectum.

What are the signs and symptoms of Pediatric Colorectal Cancer?

When a child has colorectal cancer, they may not experience any symptoms. When symptoms are present, they may include:

• Bleeding from the rectum
• Blood in the stool
• Constipation
• Diarrhea
• Fatigue (extreme tiredness)
• Feeling that you need to have a bowel movement that persists even after having one
• General weakness
• Pain or cramping in the abdomen
• Stool that is dark in color
• Unintentional weight loss

What are the causes of Pediatric Colorectal Cancer?

Colorectal cancer is typically caused by neoplastic colon polyps. Typically, it takes a period of several years for polyps to develop into cancerous cells. However, this progression can occur more quickly.