Roland Hutchinson, a 74-year-old man from Derby, developed the condition ten years ago and has since made a full recovery.
Speaking to the Derby Telegraph, he revealed that he had been passing blood for several months before he went to see a doctor.
This proved to be a key decision, as he was eventually diagnosed with bowel cancer and referred for treatment.
Mr Hutchinson believes that if he had not visited the doctor when he did, he may not have recovered.
'I might not have been here to look forward to celebrating my golden wedding anniversary next month,' he commented.
According to official figures, about 30,800 new cases of bowel cancer are diagnosed in England every year.
If you or a relative suffers from the disease, it may be wise to purchase a medical alert bracelet.
This will ensure that a paramedic or doctor knows about the condition in the event of a cancer patient needing emergency care.
Speaking to the Derby Telegraph, he revealed that he had been passing blood for several months before he went to see a doctor.
This proved to be a key decision, as he was eventually diagnosed with bowel cancer and referred for treatment.
Mr Hutchinson believes that if he had not visited the doctor when he did, he may not have recovered.
'I might not have been here to look forward to celebrating my golden wedding anniversary next month,' he commented.
According to official figures, about 30,800 new cases of bowel cancer are diagnosed in England every year.
If you or a relative suffers from the disease, it may be wise to purchase a medical alert bracelet.
This will ensure that a paramedic or doctor knows about the condition in the event of a cancer patient needing emergency care.
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