A woman who farted more than 10 times a day was diagnosed with rectal cancer! These two kinds of smelly farts may be the "alarm" of rectal cancer

Ms. Wu, 47, is a typical case. She farted at least 10 to 20 times a day for more than a month, accompanied by a strong odor. She originally thought that her frequent farts were just a diet problem, until she developed symptoms such as diarrhea, abdominal pain, and blood in her stool, she realized the seriousness of the problem. After going to the hospital for examination, she was diagnosed with rectal cancer.

This incident tells us that although frequent farting cannot be directly equated with rectal cancer, in some cases it may be a warning sign of digestive tract diseases such as rectal cancer.

Most people don’t take farting seriously, thinking it is a normal physiological reaction of the body, but in fact, the frequency and smell of farting may hide health risks. Rectal cancer is often difficult to detect in the early stages, but if farting is frequent and accompanied by a special odor, it may be an "alarm" sent by the body.

Normal and abnormal farting

Farting is the process of the digestive system expelling gas from the gastrointestinal tract. A normal person farts about 5-15 times a day, depending on the individual's eating habits and the health of the digestive system. Generally speaking, food is digested and decomposed in the intestines, and the gas produced is expelled from the body through the intestines. This is a normal physiological phenomenon.

However, if the frequency of farts suddenly increases and is accompanied by an abnormal odor, it may indicate a problem with the digestive system. In particular, the following two types of stinky farts should be watched out for.

The first kind of stinky fart: rancid smell

If your farts have a strong rancid smell, it may be caused by the fermentation and decomposition of food residues in the intestines by bacteria. Rancid farts are often related to an unreasonable diet, such as excessive intake of high-protein, high-fat foods, which leads to an increase in the decomposition products of protein and fat in the intestines. Rancid farts are not necessarily a sign of cancer, but if they occur frequently and are accompanied by other symptoms, such as abdominal pain, diarrhea, blood in the stool, etc., you need to see a doctor as soon as possible.

The second kind of fart smell: sulfur

The production of sulfur-smelling farts is related to the decomposition of sulfur-containing foods in the intestines, such as meat, eggs, onions, garlic, etc. These foods are decomposed by bacteria in the intestines, producing hydrogen sulfide gas, which emits a pungent sulfur smell when farting. Although sulfur-smelling farts are not necessarily directly related to rectal cancer, if they occur frequently over a long period of time, they may indicate intestinal flora imbalance or indigestion, which needs to be taken seriously.

Early symptoms of rectal cancer

Rectal cancer is a common malignant tumor of the digestive system. Its early symptoms are not obvious and are easily ignored. If the following symptoms occur, you need to be alert and seek medical attention as soon as possible:

1. Blood in the stool: Painless blood in the stool is one of the typical symptoms of rectal cancer. The blood in the stool is bright red or dark red, and the blood is mixed with the stool.

2. Changes in bowel habits: Patients with rectal cancer often experience changes in bowel habits, such as alternating constipation and diarrhea, and increased frequency of bowel movements.

3. Abdominal pain: Tumors blocking the intestines or invading the intestinal wall can cause abdominal pain, which is usually persistent dull pain or bloating.

4. Weight loss: Unexplained weight loss may be due to nutrient absorption disorders caused by tumors.

5. Anemia: Rectal cancer bleeding can lead to chronic hemorrhagic anemia, manifested by symptoms such as pale complexion and fatigue.

Prevention and screening

In order to effectively prevent rectal cancer, it is recommended to develop good living and eating habits:

- Balanced diet: Eat more fiber-rich foods, such as vegetables, fruits, and whole grains, and reduce the intake of high-fat and high-protein foods.

-Keep exercising: Moderate exercise can help promote intestinal motility and reduce the occurrence of intestinal diseases.

-Quit smoking and limit alcohol consumption: Tobacco and alcohol consumption are risk factors for many cancers. Try to quit smoking and limit alcohol consumption and maintain a healthy lifestyle.

-Regular screening: People over 40 years old or with a family history of colorectal cancer should undergo regular colonoscopy to detect potential problems early.

Healthy living habits and regular physical examinations are important measures to prevent rectal cancer. If the frequency of farting increases abnormally and is accompanied by a special odor, you should pay enough attention and seek medical attention in time.