Case Study: Colon CancerPatient: Mr. J.R., a 64-year-old male, presents to the outpatient clinic with complaints of fatigue, unintentional weight loss of 15 lbs over the past 3 months, and intermittent abdominal discomfort. He reports occasional blood in his stool but attributed it to hemorrhoids. His appetite has decreased, and he has been experiencing changes in bowel habits, alternating between constipation and diarrhea.History:Past Medical History: Hypertension (controlled), smoker (quit 5 years ago), father died of colon cancer at age 70.Medications: Lisinopril 10 mg dailyNo known drug allergiesAssessment Findings:Vitals: BP 138/86, HR 92, RR 18, Temp 98.6°FGeneral: Pale, thin, appears fatiguedAbdomen: Mild distension, tenderness in left lower quadrantRectal exam: Occult blood positiveLabs: Hemoglobin 9.2 g/dL, Hematocrit 28%Colonoscopy: Mass in sigmoid colon, biopsy positive for adenocarcinomaCT scan: No evidence of metastasisDiagnosis: Colon cancer, Stage II (sigmoid colon)Treatment Plan:Surgical resection (sigmoid colectomy)Possible temporary colostomyAdjuvant chemotherapy based on surgical pathology
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