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There are different ways of staging cancer. The stages depend on how far the cancer has spread. Here is a brief summary of a commonly used four-stage account of where the cancer is at the beginning of each stage. Stage 0: The cancer is in a very early stage. It is known as carcinoma in situ. It has notContinue reading “Stages of Colon Cancer”

There are often no symptoms in the earliest stages, but symptoms may develop as the cancer advances. They include: diarrhea or constipation changes in stool consistency loose and narrow stools rectal bleeding or blood in the stool abdominal pain, cramps, bloating, or gas pain during bowel movements continual urges to defecate weakness and fatigue unexplained weight loss irritable bowelContinue reading “Symptoms and signs of Colon Cancer”

Here are some key points about colon cancer. More detail is in the main article. Colon cancer affects the large intestine and it usually starts with polyps in the wall of the intestine. Symptoms may not appear until a later stage, but if they do, gastrointestinal problems are common symptoms. Treatment involves a combination of chemotherapy, radiationContinue reading “Fast facts on colon cancer”

Here are some key points about colon cancer. More detail is in the main article. Colon cancer affects the large intestine and it usually starts with polyps in the wall of the intestine. Symptoms may not appear until a later stage, but if they do, gastrointestinal problems are common symptoms. Treatment involves a combination of chemotherapy, radiationContinue reading “Fast facts on colon cancer”

Preparing for a colonoscopy may be uncomfortable and time-consuming, but it needn’t be an ordeal. Here are some things you can do to help it go as smoothly and comfortably as possible: Make sure you receive your colonoscopy prep instructions well before your procedure date, and read them completely as soon as you get them. Continue reading “Preparing for a colonoscopy”

Preparing for a colonoscopy may be uncomfortable and time-consuming, but it needn’t be an ordeal. Here are some things you can do to help it go as smoothly and comfortably as possible: Make sure you receive your colonoscopy prep instructions well before your procedure date, and read them completely as soon as you get them. Continue reading “Preparing for a colonoscopy”

Your doctor will give you instructions for a “bowel prep.” You must have a clear liquid diet for 24 to 72 hours before your procedure. The typical bowel prep diet includes: bouillon or broth gelatin plain coffee or tea pulp-free juice sports drinks, such as Gatorade Make sure not to drink any liquids containing redContinue reading “How to Prepare for a Colonoscopy Rowlett”

Your doctor will give you instructions for a “bowel prep.” You must have a clear liquid diet for 24 to 72 hours before your procedure. The typical bowel prep diet includes: bouillon or broth gelatin plain coffee or tea pulp-free juice sports drinks, such as Gatorade Make sure not to drink any liquids containing redContinue reading “How to Prepare for a Colonoscopy Rowlett”

What is an EGD test Rowllet? Your doctor performs an esophagogastroduodenoscopy Rowllet (EGD) to examine the lining of your esophagus, stomach, and duodenum. The esophagus is the muscular tube that connects your throat to your stomach and the duodenum, which is the upper part of your small intestine. Why an EGD test Rowllet is performedContinue reading “Esophagogastroduodenoscopy Rowllet”

In general, an EGD is a safe procedure. There’s a very slight risk that the endoscope will cause a small hole in your esophagus, stomach, or small intestine. If a biopsy is performed, there’s also a small risk of prolonged bleeding from the site where the tissue was taken. Some people also may have aContinue reading “Risks and complications of an EGD test”