Colonoscopy is at the heart of gastroenterology. It is a diagnostic and therapeutic tool and it has become the central figure in the crusade against colorectal cancer. Seven gastroenterologists ...

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 ...

03/18/2024 — Putting your health first is a top priority, but what most don't know about are colonoscopies and the right age to schedule an appointment. Colon and Rectal Surgeon for GBMC Health ...

Q: I was diagnosed with diverticulitis, which caused a bowel perforation. I had a sigmoidectomy, no problem, and a resection.

According to the National Cancer Institute, colorectal cancer is now among the leading causes of cancer-related deaths in younger adults. It's why the U.S. Preventative Service Task Force has lowered ...

Dear Dr. Roach: My husband, who is 71, has been having some short-term memory problems over the past two years. We recently saw his primary doctor, who asked him some questions and had him do a few ...

GREENSBORO, N.C. — March is colorectal cancer awareness month. Doctors say while colon cancer is common, when caught early it's 90 percent treatable. WFMY News 2 spoke with one woman on how early ...