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Colon Cancer Screening Cleveland OH

Understanding Colon Cancer Screening Tests: An Overview

Colon cancer is one of the most common types of cancer in the United States, and early detection is key to better patient outcomes. Just like many other cancers, colon cancer does not cause symptoms until it’s in advanced stages. That’s why colon cancer is often detected early through screening tests. Understanding these tests can… 

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Five Signs That You Need to Get Screened for Colon Cancer

Colon cancer is the third most frequently occurring cancer in the United States. In fact, about one out of every 20 American adults, i.e., five percent, will experience the potentially deadly disease firsthand. Therefore, screening is the best method of detecting malignancy early before it spreads. Let’s talk about the five signs your GI specialist… 

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Are My Genes to Be Blamed for Colon Cancer?

If you have a family history of colon cancer and have received a colon cancer diagnosis, you may wonder if your genes are responsible for your colon cancer. According to the Center for Disease Control and Prevention, about 1 in 30 cases of colorectal cancer (colon and rectum cancer) are heredity, which means you received… 

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How to Prepare for Colon Cancer Screening

Colon cancer screening is the best way to examine a patient for colon cancer, as it is also a preventive solution if the gastroenterologist finds and removes any precancerous polyps from your colon. Many people are resistant to having a colonoscopy because of the preparatory stage they must undergo before the screening – the colon… 

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Colon Cancer Screening: When Is It Necessary?

Despite the life-saving benefits of colon cancer screening, many people are still not aware of its importance—so much so that a good number of adults in the United States have never had it, are not up to date with it, or just not sure when to get it. So, when is colon cancer screening exactly… 

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Importance of Colon Cancer Screening

Colon cancer screening, as a critical tool for the prevention of the disease, has been recommended by the U.S. Preventive Services Task Force (USPSTF) for adults starting at age 45. The goal of colon cancer screening is to detect abnormal tissue growths (polyps) in the colon and remove them before they become cancer. Unfortunately, we… 

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How Accurate Is a Colonoscopy to Screen for Colon Cancer?

A colonoscopy is an outpatient procedure that involves inserting a colonoscope—a long, thin, and flexible tube with a miniature camera on its tip—into your rectum to obtain a live image of the lining of your colon. The main purpose of the procedure is to detect polyps and other abnormalities in the large intestine (colon) and… 

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The Best Colon Cancer Screening Methods

Have you been having any gut problems? While the cause might be insignificant and treatable with home remedies, it’s always best to be safe, especially if you’re experiencing abdominal pain, changes in bowel habits, or blood in your stool. If you have been experiencing these symptoms for longer than a few weeks, it is best… 

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Ways to Reduce Your Risk of Colorectal Cancer

According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), colorectal cancer is the third-leading cause of cancer-related deaths in the United States, affecting men and women equally. In 2017, the agency reported 141,425 cases of colorectal cancer. Such alarming prevalence can be ascribed to the mysterious, elusive nature of the disease: researchers are yet… 

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How accurate is a stool test for colon cancer screening?

Colorectal or colon cancer screening is one of the deadliest types of cancer affecting both men and women. It usually produces symptoms only when the disease has reached an advanced stage. If you are concerned about colon cancer, the best thing you can do is to ask your primary care doctor about colon cancer screening…. 

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