some people who have metastatic or recurrent colorectal cancer do not have any symptoms. when they do appear the most common symptoms are: a change in bowel habits such as narrow stools or frequent diarrhea or constipation. blood in the stool or stools that look like black tar. loss of appetite. pain in the belly. unexplained weight loss. constant fatigue. if your cancer has spread you may have other symptoms depending on where the cancer is. if it has spread to: the lymph nodes of your abdomen it may cause bloating a swollen belly loss of appetite or a feeling of fullness. the liver it may cause pain on the upper right side of your abdomen bloating loss of appetite or a feeling of fullness. the lungs it may cause coughing spitting up blood or a hard time breathing. the bones it may cause bone pain especially in the back hips and pelvis. the brain it may cause problems with memory concentration balance or movement. webmd medical reference from healthwise this information is not intended to replace the advice of a doctor. healthwise disclaims any liability for the decisions you make based on this information. © 1995-2011 healthwise incorporated. healthwise healthwise for every health decision and the healthwise logo are trademarks of healthwise incorporated.
what are the symptoms of colorectal cancer metastatic or recurrent?