Colorectal Cancer
In the United States, colorectal cancer is the second leading cause of death. When detected early, it is completely curable.
Dysplasia
Cells that exhibit dysplasia are abnormal cells that are not cancerous.
Cells that exhibit dysplasia are abnormal cells that are not cancerous.
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.
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.
Colon Cancer Awareness Month Fact --The Future of Colorectal Cancer Screening
One possible reason for the high numbers of deaths from colorectal cancer (a preventable form of cancer) is that those at risk are not being screened. Screening tests can be unpleasant, but there are new tests on the horizon that may help with screening compliance.
One possible reason for the high numbers of deaths from colorectal cancer (a preventable form of cancer) is that those at risk are not being screened. Screening tests can be unpleasant, but there are new tests on the horizon that may help with screening compliance.
Colon Cancer Awareness Month Fact--Diagnosing Colorectal Cancer
Bleeding from the rectum is not always due to cancer. Other diagnoses must be ruled out, and the diagnosis of colorectal cancer can include several different tests.
Bleeding from the rectum is not always due to cancer. Other diagnoses must be ruled out, and the diagnosis of colorectal cancer can include several different tests.
Colon Cancer Awareness Month Fact--IBS Does Not Lead to Cancer
Having been diagnosed with irritable bowel syndrome does not make a person more susceptible to developing colorectal cancer.
Having been diagnosed with irritable bowel syndrome does not make a person more susceptible to developing colorectal cancer.
Colon Cancer Awareness Month Fact - The Different Forms of Colorectal Cancer
Learn more about the difffernt forms of colorectal cancer, including adenocarcinoma, sarcoma, melanoma, carcinoid, and lymphoma.
Learn more about the difffernt forms of colorectal cancer, including adenocarcinoma, sarcoma, melanoma, carcinoid, and lymphoma.
Chemotherapy Treatment
Chemotherapy is often used in combination with surgery and radiation to treat cancer of the colon and rectum.
Chemotherapy is often used in combination with surgery and radiation to treat cancer of the colon and rectum.
Colon Cancer Awareness Month Fact - Cancer Screening Tests
During Colon Cancer Awareness month, read a new colon cancer fact every day.
During Colon Cancer Awareness month, read a new colon cancer fact every day.
Colon Cancer Awareness Month Fact - Colonoscopy Safety
A colonoscopy is actually a very safe procedure, with few risks of complications.
A colonoscopy is actually a very safe procedure, with few risks of complications.
Colon Cancer Awareness Month Fact - IBDers Are at High Risk
Today's Colon Cancer Awareness fact explores the relationship between inflammatory bowel disease (ulcerative colitis and Crohn's disease) and cancer.
Today's Colon Cancer Awareness fact explores the relationship between inflammatory bowel disease (ulcerative colitis and Crohn's disease) and cancer.
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).
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.
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.
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.
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
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Colorectal Cancer Facts
A brief overview of the tests and treatment for colorectal cancer, along with some facts about who is at risk.
A brief overview of the tests and treatment for colorectal cancer, along with some facts about who is at risk.
Half of Americans Not Screened for CRC
A report done in 1998 finds that nearly half of Americans over age 50 are not being screened.
A report done in 1998 finds that nearly half of Americans over age 50 are not being screened.
The Facts About Colorectal Cancer
Information about colorectal cancer organized in short lists.
Information about colorectal cancer organized in short lists.
Women and Colorectal Cancer
Facts about colorectal cancer in women, which is the third leading cause of death among American women.
Facts about colorectal cancer in women, which is the third leading cause of death among American women.