Colon, Colorectal, or Intestinal Cancer — What’s the Difference?

You may have heard terms like colon cancer, colorectal cancer, or even intestinal cancer. It can be confusing to know what applies to you. At CMN Hospital, we understand that every diagnosis is unique—and so is every patient. Colon cancer refers to cancer in the large intestine. When it includes the rectum, it's often called colorectal cancer. Some individuals are diagnosed with cancer in the small intestine, which is much more rare and sometimes called small bowel cancer. No matter what you’ve been told, our team is here to walk with you and offer real, science-backed care that considers your whole health—not just your diagnosis.

Many patients come to CMN Hospital not because they’re afraid of treatment—but because they’ve already been through so much. They’ve seen what chemotherapy can do to the body. They’ve watched loved ones grow weak, lose their appetite, suffer infections, and sometimes pass away—not from cancer, but from the effects of the treatment. Others come because they were told there’s nothing more that can be done. Some never had a chance to begin treatment at all because their bodies were already too fragile.

At CMN Hospital, patients receive care rooted in science, ethics, and compassion. This is not a spa or trend-based program—it’s a hospital led by Dr. Luis Payán, a physician with decades of experience. Every treatment plan is built after a full review of your labs, scans, and medical history. His oath as a doctor is honored through every step of the process, and that’s why individuals from around the world trust him with their care.

Immune-Focused Therapies

Colon cancer is aggressive and often comes with inflammation, immune suppression, and severe gastrointestinal distress. Our program is designed to help the body fight back without destroying the very system that needs to stay strong. We use autologous bone marrow stem cell therapy, which involves drawing the patient’s own bone marrow, isolating and multiplying natural killer cells and T-cells, and reinfusing them into the body. This helps stimulate the immune system without introducing anything foreign.

We also use dendritic cell therapy, a method of training the body’s immune cells to recognize cancer cells and alert the rest of the immune system to destroy them. Dendritic cells are like messengers—they communicate directly with the body’s natural defense system, and when they're properly prepared and administered, they can help the immune system identify and eliminate cells it once ignored.

Oxygen and Light-Based Therapies

Ozone MAH blood therapy and rectal ozone therapy are also part of the program. Ozone, when administered correctly, supports oxygen delivery at the cellular level, reduces inflammation, and assists the body in detoxifying waste from cells. This is especially helpful for colon cancer, where oxygenation and elimination are critical. In tandem, we offer ultraviolet blood irradiation (UVBI), which uses specific wavelengths of light to purify the blood, support the immune system, and reduce microbial load.

Hyperbaric oxygen therapy is used to increase the amount of oxygen delivered deep into tissues. For patients with colon cancer, this is particularly helpful when the colon has been damaged or inflamed. It aids in tissue repair and helps prevent infections.

Supportive Nutritional Care

We also administer intravenous vitamin infusions that deliver nutrients directly into the bloodstream—bypassing the digestive system, which many colon cancer patients struggle with. These nutrients help replenish deficiencies, ease fatigue, and support overall function.

Our medical nutrition team designs meals using organic, non-GMO, plant-rich ingredients that are gentle on the digestive system. We work to eliminate foods that may aggravate the colon and instead focus on foods that nourish and support repair.

Purpose of the Program

This four-week program is not meant to replace emergency care or surgeries when those are necessary. It’s designed for individuals who want another option—one that prioritizes immune strength, nourishment, oxygenation, and cellular recovery. Every therapy has been selected for its scientific basis and its ability to work alongside the body, not against it.

There’s no one-size-fits-all plan. Each patient is seen, heard, and treated as an individual. That’s what makes this different. The science is here. The compassion is here. And sometimes, when both are given room to work—patients get better.