Dawsons CreekactorJames Van Der Beekrevealed he was diagnosed with colorectal cancer and has been privately dealing with the news.
I have colorectal cancer.
However, Van Der Beek added, Theres reason for optimism, and Im feeling good.
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Colorectal cancer is a form of cancer that develops in the colon or rectum.
Early versions of the disease begin as noncancerous forms called polyps.
The actor also recently appeared in an episode ofWalker.
