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Colonization

The presence of bacteria on a body surface (like on the skin, mouth, intestines or airway) without causing disease in the person.

Mentioned in: Meningococcemia

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colonization

[kol′ənīzā′shən]

1 the invasion of a new habitat by a new species.

2 the presence and multiplication of microorganisms without tissue invasion or damage. The colonies develop when a bacterial cell begins reproducing.

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colonization [kol″ŏ-nĭ-za´shun]

the development of a bacterial infection on an individual, as demonstrated by a positive culture. The infected person may have no signs or symptoms of infection while still having the potential to infect others.

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Patient discussion about colonization.

Q. Colon pain means necessarily colon cancer? I'm 22 and I'm a female. For years, I have been getting this sharp pain in my colon that comes and goes every now and then. I can say I probably experience this 12 times per year (spread out throughout the year). The pain feels like my colon is probably contracting or maybe like it's being stabbed by a knife, because it is very sharp feeling. It can come out of the blue, while I'm lying down, standing, or sitting and it stays for maximum of 5 seconds maybe. I looked up Colon Cancer symptoms on the internet and the symptom that I have is not among them, so I am really confused as to what may be happening. If this symptom may sound familiar to you can you please share with me what it may be?

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From what you say it doesn’t sounds like colon cancer – but I would let a specialist answer that question. If the pain is 12 times a year I would have consulted a gynecologist. Sounds like it’s related to your hormone levels or menstrual cycle, you might consider ovarian cysts or other Gynecologic possibilities. It’s a shame waiting and suffering like that.

Q. Is colon cancer hereditary? My uncle died of colon cancer and as I've been having some unexplained problems these days- of vomiting etc I'm really afraid I may have it as well. Is it hereditary? What are the first symptoms?

A. Colon cancer is usually asymptomatic, but presenting symptoms may include bleeding in the feces or from the anus, new constipation or diarrhea in adult person, obstruction of the gut etc.

You may read more here:
http://www.nlm.nih.gov/MEDLINEPLUS/ency/article/000262.htm

Q. How to prevent diverticulitis? I am a 43 year old man. I just had colonoscopy and my Doctor said I have diverticulosis and am at risk in developing diverticulitis. How can I prevent developing diverticulitis?

A. You have Diverticulosis, which means you have diverticulas (small pouches) on your digestive system. These diverticula are permanent and will not go away. No treatment has been found to prevent complications of diverticular disease. Diet high in fiber increases stool bulk and prevents constipation, and theoretically may help prevent further diverticular formation or worsening of the diverticular condition. Some doctors recommend avoiding nuts, corn, and seeds which can plug diverticular openings and cause diverticulitis. Whether avoidance of such foods is beneficial is unclear. If you develop unexplained fever, chills or abdominal pain, you should notify your doctor immediately since it could be a complication of diverticulitis.