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The colon is the most important part of our large intestine. This one and a half meters long, flexible, because it consists mainly of smooth muscles, the “caterpillar” plays a significant role in the proper functioning of our digestive system.
Building
It consists of the cecum that connects to the right side of the liver in a so-called hepatic fold. There is another alley under the left side of the ribs and the spleen, i.e. the splenic flexure. Next colon it goes down to connect with the rectum in an S-shape. Despite so many folds colon remains one of the most flexible organs in our body. It consists mainly of mucous, submucosal, muscular and serous membranes. Thanks to this, it is very resistant to the movement of the human body and to the constant processes that take place in it. In addition, the vibrations of this organ amortize fatty bags, also known as net attachments. According to specialists, this organ can fill up and expand or contract at will, without the awareness of movement or discomfort caused by it.
Works
Primarily colon stores and supplies water, nutrients and minerals to the body. It also stores feces. Every day, about 2 kg of food gets into its flexible interior, from which it takes what the body needs. Its proper functioning provides protection against many diseases.
Colon pain
It feels like internal pressure and tension around the stomach, liver or anus. It is often accompanied by heartburn, belching, or holding onto gases, or at too high a frequency. ABOUT colon problems Interestingly enough, the constant bad breath is a signal that putrefactive processes may have started inside. The worst diagnosis is colon cancer, which most commonly affects men over the age of 60. Intestinal tightness, burning in the anus or a feeling of internal thrusting of the intestines should always be a signal to see a doctor. You should also take care of a proper diet and exercise, and consume the right amount of water throughout the day to prevent dehydration of the body.
To determine if your colon is okay, it’s a good idea to do a Prophylactic Dispatch Test for Clostridioides difficile and Faecal Toxins A and B, which are important for colon health.