All Entries in the "Colon Cancer" Category
Colonoscopy – Why You Should Undergo It and What to Expect
Colonoscopy is the definitive means of screening to detect any sort of abnormality in the colon and involves the insertion of a flexible tube into the anus with a camera attached (a CCD camera or a fiber optic camera). This lets the doctor observe visually if there is a problem ranging from polyps, tumors, lesions [...]
March is Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month – Clearing Up Misconceptions
One of more common kinds of cancer is colorectal cancer and March of each year is observed as Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month when efforts are made to increase awareness about the causes, risk factors, preventive measures and treatment options for this disease. According to some experts, about 90% of these cancers are preventable and in [...]
Examining the Safety of the Colon Cleanse This Colorectal Cancer Month
There is a school of thought that believes that our colon is the repository of old fecal matter, and rotting food stuffs and other harmful toxins that are required to be physically cleansed from the system. The idea behind this is that it clears the system of harmful toxins and unnecessary fecal matter and makes [...]
Researchers Identify Why Some Colorectal Cancers Respond to Therapy While Others Don’t
Researchers have identified the fact that there are those who have certain defective genes that could be responsible for the fact that radiotherapy works for some but not for other colorectal cancer sufferers. Researchers including Dr Laurent Pangon, and Dr Maija Kohonen-Corish found that the defective gene known has MCC had a dual impact of [...]
Fighting Colon Cancer Stage 4
Cancer comes in different forms, types and stages. It can attack anyone regardless of age, gender or race. Of these types, colon cancer is common among those over the age of 60 and follows a diet that has less fiber content. Considered as a lifestyle disease, it can be treated if detected early and you [...]
Breakthrough Cancer Test Could Reduce Colorectal Cancers Significantly
A new technique called Flexible Sigmoidoscopy could greatly enhance the ability to detect and arrest cancers of the bowel and rectum, it is reported. The technology uses something called the Flexi-scope, which helps detect early stages of bowel cancer very quickly. It can also help in removing polyps in the lower section of the colon [...]
Top 3 Colon Cancer Chemotherapy Facts You Should Know
Every year, hundreds of people die of colon cancer. Considered as the fifth common cancer that causes death in the United States, this cancer type mostly affects men. In fact, it is the third cause of death among men and ranks fourth among women. Colon cancer originates from the large intestine. When you are diagnosed [...]
Why Should We Take A Colonoscopy Exam?
There is no doubt that today we enjoy a great deal in our lifestyle and habits. The term “living the life” slowly comes into play as we feel that there is nothing in the world that can actually hurt us. If you believe this is true, think again. There are many sicknesses you must watch [...]
