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Colorectal Cancer
In the United States, colorectal cancer is the second leading cause of death. When detected early, it is completely curable.
Colon Cancer Awareness Month Health Tips
A list of the 31 daily tips for Colorectal Cancer Month. Tips include how to lower your risk of colon cancer and when and how you should be screened.
Chemotherapy Treatment
Chemotherapy is often used in combination with surgery and radiation to treat cancer of the colon and rectum.
Colon Cancer and IBD: Are You at Risk?
It is recommended that anyone at risk get tested via a colonoscopy. Risk factors include a family history of colon cancer, being over 50 years of age, and having Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD).
Colon Cancer: Risks and Prevention
Studies have shown that along with regular screening, there are changes you can make to your lifestyle that may decrease your risk of developing colon cancer.
Colonoscopes Most Effective In Test
A study by Dr. Sidney Winawer of Memorial Sloan-Kettering Cancer Center in New York shows that colonoscopies are more effective in detecting cancerous growths in the colon than barium enemas.
Effects of Chemotherapy on the Digestive Tract
Some of the side effects of chemotherapy can include nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, and constipation. The good news is that all of these side effects are temporary, and very treatable.
New DNA Test for Colon Cancer
Instead of having a colonoscopy, which most people find less than pleasant, patients may soon have another choice when it comes to colon cancer testing
Olive Oil May Ward Off Bowel Cancer
A new study shows that olive oil, a key ingredient in the Mediterranean diet, may help to prevent colon cancer.
Sigmoidoscopy Misses Colon Cancers
Two studies show that cancer and potentially cancerous polyps can elude detection when the colon cancer screening is done by sigmoidoscopy.
Studies Suggest Eating Garlic Does Protect Against Cancers
After comparing six studies of garlic consumption on colorectal cancer, researchers at University of North Carolina in Chapel Hill have concluded that garlic might protect against cancer.
What Are The Stages of Colon and Rectal Cancer?
Colorectal cancer has four distinct stages, along with a fifth stage that is called 'recurring'. Each stage has different treatment options and five-year rates of survival.
Symptoms and Tests for Colon Cancer
Symptoms of colorectal cancer are similar to those of other gastrointestinal conditions, such as Inflammatory Bowel Disease. Therefore, it is important to always get any change in bowel habits or other unusual symptoms checked out by a doctor - even if you are at low risk for colorectal cancer.
Polyps
Polyps are the precursors to colon cancer, but they pose no risk when they are removed.
