The devastating statistics about deaths from colon cancer have put the spotlight on a dreaded disease, which, today, could be ...

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Endoscopy and colonoscopy are both minimally invasive procedures using similar tools. However, they have different purposes. Doctors use endoscopy in several tests throughout the body, but they ...

Regular visitors to this space know that I pontificate on three basic, common-sense, ain't-no-brain-science principles: Plan for the inevitable; prepare for contingencies; prevent catastrophes.

Colonoscopy vs. Sigmoidoscopy: What’s the Difference? If your doctor wants to check the health of your colon — whether as part of a routine screening or to investigate a concern — they may recommend a ...

If anyone in your family has had colon cancer, or if you’re nearing the age of 45, you’ve probably already been told about the importance of scheduling a colonoscopy. You may even have grown tired of ...

A combined colonoscopy and endoscopy lets a doctor examine your upper and lower gastrointestinal tract, all in one procedure. Doctors use a combined colonoscopy and endoscopy to help diagnose the ...