Colon cancer affects both men and women and is the second leading cause of cancer deaths in the United States. Learning about the early symptoms of colon cancer is undoubtedly important knowledge; however, colon cancer doesn’t often show warning signs until after it...
Nearly every patient with access to the internet has heard of fads such as detoxes and colon cleanses. The information surrounding them can be compelling. Who wouldn’t want to be in optimal health and keep their colon healthy with something as reputable-sounding as...
Nearly every patient has heard of high-fructose corn syrup, and those who read social media or watch the news are likely familiar with the fact that its overconsumption is linked to serious complications such as obesity and type 2 diabetes. However, recent evidence...
Getting a colonoscopy at age 50 used to be old news, but not anymore! Things are changing, and new research is showing a growing population at high risk of colon cancer, and it’s not the old folks; it’s people in their 30s and 40s. Colorectal cancer risk is increasing...
It is a common misconception that only older adults should be concerned about colon or colorectal cancer. Prior to 2018, the colon cancer screening guidelines for men and women recommended patients have their first screening by age 50, but in May 2018, the American...
Colon cancer is one of the deadliest cancers affecting adults today, and part of stamping out colon cancer is catching it early. When it comes to discovering colorectal cancer at certain stages, the rate of survival is much higher in those who caught it early, which...
