what is the transverse colon and what does it do?? i have colon cancer in my family and they are all passed away, and i am 50 years old. the others passed away in there 40s and early 50s . i have this pain and i seen the chart and i think it might be the transverse colon. i had a colonostomy recently, i had some pulps cut off. but i have this pain and trying to figure out what it can be?
Dear Ma'am, Transverse colon is a part of the large intestine which helps in passage of food and absorption of water. If you have a strong family history of cancer, you should get regular colonoscopies done. If you are suffering from pain in the abdomen it is best to get it evaluated by a gastric surgeon. The presence of polyps increases your chances of getting cancer, and you should stay under close surveillance. Hoping for the best.