After the fasting, the uncomfortable cleanse and a drowsy ride home, it's a relief to have your colonoscopy screening behind ...

Editor’s note: Dr. Jamin Brahmbhatt is a urologist and robotic surgeon with Orlando Health and past president of the Florida Urological Society. Colon cancer may seem like a distant concern for some, ...

Q: I had a polyp removed at my last colonoscopy. Does this mean I will get colon cancer? A: Colon polyps are abnormal growths that develop in the lining of the colon (large intestine). They are ...

SHREVEPORT, La. -- No one likes to get a colonoscopy, but it's an important tool in the fight against colon cancer. There is an easier way: Cologuard is a non-invasive, effective, and affordable ...

Medically reviewed by Jay N. Yepuri, MD Key Takeaways Drinking plenty of water is important for preventing constipation. Fiber helps to regulate bowel movements and maintain colon health. Exercise can ...

Edward Chu, MD, MMS, Director, Montefiore Einstein Cancer Center, Vice-President for Cancer Medicine When caught early, colorectal cancer is easily treated and has a survival rate of over 90%. At the ...

Cases of colon cancer have risen in younger people by 2% per year since 2011. GI oncologist Dr. James Cleary shared common signs and symptoms to look out for. If you have two symptoms at the same time ...

Doctors can provide alternative forms of screening for colon and rectal cancer but sometimes have a good reason to stick with the colonoscope. By Gina Kolata This year about 53,000 Americans are ...

Computed tomographic (CT) colonography, known as virtual colonoscopy, can be used to diagnose significant medical problems in organs outside the colon, according to a new study conducted at the San ...

FORT CAMPBELL, Ky. -- The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention report colon cancer is the second leading cause of cancer death in the United States and medical officials said early detection ...

Colon cancer is the second leading cause of cancer death in the United States, yet it is one of the most preventable cancers. 60 percent of deaths from colon cancer could have been prevented with ...

Heather Candrilli was diagnosed with stage 4 colon cancer in May 2024 GoFundMe Heather Candrilli, 36, was diagnosed with stage 4 colon cancer in May 2024 She had to pay more out-of-pocket for the ...