Knowledge and Awareness of Colon Cancer Among Pharmacy Students of Private University in Bangladesh

Abstract

Background: The malignancy of the epithelial cells lining the colon is known as colon cancer. Colon cancer, also known as colorectal cancer or rectal cancer, often develops in the large intestine. Stomach discomfort, Loss of appetite. diarrhea, constipation, or both are symptoms. Colon cancer is classified into phases based on the tumor's sensitivity and metastatic potential. This cancer develops as a result of several acquired mutations. Colon cancer is treated in a variety of ways, ranging from early-stage surgery to patient care in the most advanced stages. We describe the most recent research on colon cancer in this especially. Objective: The major goal of this study was to find out how much knowledge pharmacy students at Daffodil International University (DIU) have on Colon Cancer. Method: From September to October, this offline survey will be conducted among Daffodil International University's pharmacy students. Paper and pens will be provided for self-administered questions. The data for this investigation were collected using conventional sampling techniques. The study's sample size was 100, and response was stopped after the target number got attained. Result: In this survey, 100 students were involved, and 89.2% of them reported having knowledge about Colon Cancer, whereas 10.8% said they did not know. Men made up 73.5% of the participants, while women made up 26.5%. A little more than 60% of IBS participants were aware of the symptoms and indications. Students acquired knowledge of it via teachers, different social media sites, newspapers, television, and other means. More fourth-year students had knowledge about Colon Cancer than first-year students did. The Oxaliplatin medication and the rate 45(44.1%) received the majority of the student responses in this questionnaire. The majority of participants are so aware that Oxaliplatin is used to treat colon cancer. Conclusion: Students' knowledge and awareness of CRC fell short of expectations. Students in their fourth year have some areas where their understanding was better, but overall things are not looking well.