Having a colon polyp is both bad and good news, according to Pratima Dibba, MD, a gastroenterologist at Medical Offices of Manhattan. The bad news? It means a small clump of cells has grown on the lining of colon that shouldn’t be there. The good news? Discovering the growth during a colonoscopy means doctors can… Continue reading Don’t Overlook This Screening Test
Category: Colorectal Cancer
Colon Cancer: Which Test is Best for You?
The evidence is clear – screening for colorectal cancer may save your life. Today, more and more people are choosing colorectal cancer screening. As a result, there is a steady decline in the number of older people getting and dying from colorectal cancer. Lower rates of smoking among Americans have also contributed to the decline… Continue reading Colon Cancer: Which Test is Best for You?
Are Older Adults Being Appropriately Screened for Colorectal Cancer?
Who should consider colorectal cancer (CRC) screening and why? CRC is a common and costly disease, largely of the elderly, with nearly 25% of cases diagnosed among patients aged 75 to 84 years, but the guidelines for CRC screening of Americans aged 75 or older vary according to a study published in the American Journal… Continue reading Are Older Adults Being Appropriately Screened for Colorectal Cancer?
What You Should Know About Colorectal Cancer – and New Research
Colorectal cancer is the second most common cause of cancer-related deaths among men and women, according to the Mayo Clinic. Roughly 140,000 people are diagnosed with colorectal cancer in the United States each year. Because of its frequency, it’s essential to know about the illness, its symptoms and its treatment. Here, colorectal surgeon Heidi Nelson,… Continue reading What You Should Know About Colorectal Cancer – and New Research