Cancer is rarely easy to treat, but some cancers are much less likely to respond to treatment than others. Unfortunately, colon cancer is one of those types of cancers that oftentimes proves difficult to treat, but things are moving in the right direction. In today’s blog, we take a look at some of the challenges […]
7 Lifestyle Factors That Can Increase Colon Cancer Risk
If you’re a regular reader of this blog or just happened to check out some of our more recent blog posts, you’ve probably noticed that we’ve dedicated a number of recent postings to the topic of colon cancer. March is Colon Cancer Awareness Month, so we’ve decided to put the problem in the spotlight in […]
6 Tips To Make Your Colonoscopy Prep Easier
A colonoscopy procedure is somewhat unique in that some people dread the preparation process more than the procedure itself. It’s true that preparing for a colonoscopy is a bit more of an undertaking than a lot of medical procedures, but you can help the process go a little smoother by taking some steps to make […]
Who Is At Risk For Colon Cancer?
Colon cancer is one of the leading causes of cancer-related deaths here in America. When you hear the term colon cancer, you probably think that it’s a condition that mainly affects older white males in poor health, but that’s a dangerous misconception. In today’s blog, we take a closer look at who is at risk […]
Take Action During National Colon Cancer Awareness Month!
The calendar has turned to March, and that means it’s officially Colon Cancer Awareness Month. We think it’s essential that we help to spread the word about colon cancer and the importance of regular screenings, so you’ll notice a theme with this blog and the rest of the blogs in the month of March. The […]
Can A Colon Cleanse Be Dangerous?
Now that the holidays are in the rearview mirror, many people are trying to get back to a healthier way of living in the new year. You may have heard of certain fixes like “Dry January,” where you abstain from alcohol, or going on something like a “detox” or “cleanse.” Many cleanses focus on normalizing […]
Colon Cancer Screening Now Recommended To Begin Earlier
Last week, the U.S. Preventive Services Task Force amended the recommended age at which colon cancer screening should begin, lowering the age from 50 years old to 45 years old. The move to lower the initial screen for colon cancer screening to 45 years old was prompted by recent studies showing the rising rate of […]
The Benefits & Disadvantages Of Home Screening For Colon Cancer
Nobody wants to take time out of their busy day to book an appointment with a gastroenterologist to conduct an age-based screening test for colon cancer, which is why we’ve seen a recent rise in certain home-based screening tests. You’ve probably seen these advertisements on television, and while we’re not going to mention any products […]
5 Signs You’d Benefit From A Visit With A Gastroenterologist
From the moment food enters your body until it exits, there are a number of essential functions being performed by your body. However, if one of these systems is out of whack, it can cause problems for your whole body. But what signs and symptoms suggest that you’re dealing with a digestive issue that could […]
