Are you dealing with the itching, burning, and pain of hemorrhoids? If yes, you’re not alone. This condition affects millions of people each year. The good news is that several treatments are available to help alleviate symptoms. Here are the benefits and risks of some of the most popular hemorrhoid treatments. What Are Hemorrhoids? Hemorrhoids
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Signs Your Colon Is Toxic and How Colon Test (Colonoscopy) Can Help with It
The large intestine is an integral part of the digestive system. It absorbs water and vitamins and excretes the waste. If it doesn’t work properly, our health will be jeopardized. Certain conditions can cause the large intestine to malfunction. One such condition is a toxic colon. While it’s incredibly rare, it’s also severely threatening.
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The preparation for a colonoscopy is the least-looked-forward-to part of the colonoscopy, but it is necessary to ensure a thorough and safe procedure. Fortunately, most colonoscopies performed today require only a day’s preparation, whereas prior years required several days’ worth. The prep is done in order to give your GI doctor an unobstructed view during
Read MoreWhy You Should Get a Colonoscopy Early On
Colorectal cancer begins in the colon or rectum. It is one cancer that can be caught early and be prevented through screening. With that in mind, screening for colorectal cancer should be a priority, however, many would rather put it off. Colorectal cancer is being diagnosed in patients who are considered to be low-risk for
Read MoreHemorrhoids: Causes, Symptoms, and Treatments
Hemorrhoids refer to the distended or swollen veins in the rectum or around the anus. They are often taken as a bathroom joke or taboo subject, but they are no laughing matter: they can cause extreme pain, as in the case of strangulated hemorrhoids, and significant quality-of-life issues. Learning more about hemorrhoids, particularly their causes,
Read MoreSigns You May Need A Colonoscopy
Colonoscopies are not only effective in the early detection of colorectal cancer but also other abnormalities. You’ve probably heard that you will need a colonoscopy once you hit the age of 50. However, the number of people younger than 50 getting diagnosed with colorectal cancer is growing. Here are some signs that you may need
Read MoreMy doctor found a colon polyp. When do I need to repeat a colonoscopy?
A colon polyp may be found during a routine colonoscopy procedure. Polyps are abnormal growths on the inside lining of the colon. They vary in size and shape and usually cause no symptoms. A colonoscopy is a minimally invasive procedure used most often to screen for colon cancer and to identify and correct bleeding problems
Read MoreAlternatives to Colonoscopy
A colonoscopy is by far the gold standard in colon and colorectal cancer screening. Colonoscopy with polyp removal decreases mortality from colon cancer by roughly 53 percent. Colonoscopies prevent the development of cancer by removal of polyps that could become cancerous. It is the only screening that actually prevents the disease it is attempting to
Read MoreThe Difference between a Colonoscopy and an Endoscopy
Two procedures with vaguely similar names performed by specialists can tend to get mixed up every now and then. Both a colonoscopy and an endoscopy are used by specialists to examine and diagnosis existing and potential issues within a person’s body. However, where these issues originate is at the crux of the difference between the
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A colonoscopy is a procedure used to identify digestive problems and screen for colon cancer. Many patients claim the worst part of a colonoscopy is the preparation that must be done the day before the exam. While each person’s colonoscopy preparation will be different, here are the general steps to prepare yourself (you should always
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