Colon Cancer

[et_pb_section bb_built="1"][et_pb_row][et_pb_column type="3_4"][et_pb_post_title _builder_version="3.17.6" author="off" comments="off" featured_image="off" /][et_pb_image _builder_version="3.17.6" src="https://www.gastrosav.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/03/young-people-cancer.jpg" /][et_pb_text _builder_version="3.17.6"] 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 […]

[et_pb_section bb_built="1"][et_pb_row][et_pb_column type="3_4"][et_pb_post_title _builder_version="3.17.6" author="off" comments="off" featured_image="off" /][et_pb_image _builder_version="3.17.6" src="https://www.gastrosav.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/03/colon-cancer-screen.jpg" /][et_pb_text _builder_version="3.17.6"] 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

[et_pb_section bb_built="1"][et_pb_row][et_pb_column type="3_4"][et_pb_post_title _builder_version="3.17.6" author="off" comments="off" featured_image="off" /][et_pb_image _builder_version="3.17.6" src="https://www.gastrosav.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/03/colorectal-cancer.jpg" /][et_pb_text _builder_version="3.17.6"] Colorectal cancer refers to cancer of the colon, rectum, or both. It is one of the most deadly cancers, as many times symptoms do not appear until the later stages of the disease. March is National Colorectal Cancer Awareness month, and this year’s

[et_pb_section bb_built="1"][et_pb_row][et_pb_column type="3_4"][et_pb_post_title _builder_version="3.17.6" author="off" comments="off" featured_image="off" /][et_pb_image _builder_version="3.17.6" src="https://www.gastrosav.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/02/risk-colon-cancer.jpg" /][et_pb_text _builder_version="3.17.6"] Headlines can sound so promising, but they don’t always tell the whole story. In fact, they can often lead to more questions. A new study was recently conducted and the results suggest a radical preventative measure for colon cancer—a suggestion that, shockingly, is

[et_pb_section bb_built="1"][et_pb_row][et_pb_column type="3_4"][et_pb_post_title _builder_version="3.17.6" author="off" comments="off" featured_image="off" /][et_pb_image _builder_version="3.17.6" src="https://www.gastrosav.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/02/too-much-alcohol.jpg" /][et_pb_text _builder_version="3.17.6"] It’s the beginning of a new year, and there are quite a few people making resolutions that concern their health. Perhaps they’re trying to lose weight or quit smoking. There are also those trying to cut back on alcohol consumption or quit altogether.

[et_pb_section bb_built="1"][et_pb_row][et_pb_column type="3_4"][et_pb_post_title _builder_version="3.17.6" author="off" comments="off" featured_image="off" /][et_pb_image _builder_version="3.17.6" src="https://www.gastrosav.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/09/colon-cancer-1.jpg" /][et_pb_text _builder_version="3.17.6"] There are a few risk factors to be aware of that imply you may need a colonoscopy at an earlier age than is recommended for the general population. Family History – Patients who have a first-degree relative with colon cancer or advanced adenoma/polyp