rectal
Example Sentences
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That means people under the age of 45 who are being diagnosed with colon cancer are doing so only when they present with symptoms like rectal bleeding or extreme weight loss.
From MarketWatch ● Jun. 4, 2026
In addition to the blood clot in her lungs, the death certificate listed rectal cancer as the long-term cause of death.
From BBC ● Feb. 9, 2026
The document also revealed that O’Hara battled rectal cancer, which was listed as an underlying condition.
From Los Angeles Times ● Feb. 9, 2026
The actress's death certificate said she had died of a pulmonary embolism and listed rectal cancer as a secondary factor.
From Barron's ● Feb. 9, 2026
A thermometer used to take rectal temperatures should never be used in the mouth.
From American Red Cross Text-Book on Home Hygiene and Care of the Sick by American Red Cross
