• Colon Cancer: Screening Tests and What the Results Mean Learn what tests are used to check for colon cancer (colorectal cancer) and what the results may mean.
  • Colorectal Cancer Genetic Testing Discusses blood test that can tell you if you carry rare changed genes that can cause colon cancer, also called colorectal cancer. Covers familial adenomatous polyposis (FAP). Looks at colonoscopy screening. Discusses risks. Includes genetic counseling.
  • Colon Cancer Treatment (PDQ®): Treatment - Health Professional Information [NCI] National Cancer Institute Cancer of the colon is a highly treatable and often curable disease when localized to the bowel. Surgery is the primary form of treatment and results in cure in approximately 50% of patients. However, recurrence following surgery is a major problem and is often the ultimate cause of death. Incidence and Mortality...
  • Colon Cancer Treatment (PDQ®): Treatment - Patient Information [NCI] National Cancer Institute Colon cancer is a type of cancer that forms in the tissues of the colon. The colon is part of the body's digestive system. The digestive system takes in nutrients (vitamins, minerals, carbohydrates, fats, proteins, and water) from foods and helps pass waste material out of the body. The digestive system is made up...
  • Colorectal Cancer Screening Explains what colon cancer is and who should be screened.
  • Colorectal Cancer, Metastatic or Recurrent Discusses colon and rectal cancers that return after treatment or that spread to other parts of the body. Looks at symptoms. Discusses treatment with surgery, radiation, and chemotherapy.
  • Colorectal Cancer: Which Screening Test Should I Have? Decision Point Guides you through choosing a test to check for colorectal cancer. Looks at symptoms of colorectal cancer. Covers stool tests, sigmoidoscopy, colonoscopy, and virtual colonoscopy. Includes interactive tool to help you make your decision.
  • Colorectal Cancer Discusses testing and diagnosis of colorectal cancer. Covers polyps, small growths inside the colon or rectum. Includes when screening tests such as colonoscopy should be done. Discusses treatment with surgery and chemotherapy. Offers prevention tips.
  • Colon Polyps Discusses colon polyps. Covers causes and symptoms. Covers screening tests such as fecal occult blood test (FOBT) and colonoscopy. Looks at treatments.
  • Beta-Sitosterol Plant Extract Discusses use of dietary supplement beta-sitosterol to lower cholesterol levels, reduce risk of colon cancer, and relieve symptoms of benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH). Looks at safety of beta-sitosterol. Includes possible side effects.

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