ALBANY, N.Y. (NEWS10)- Women may be under the false assumption they are at less of a risk for colorectal or colon cancer than men. The risk of developing one of these cancers is just about the same ...

A colonoscopy is a telescopic and visual examination of the colon and rectum. It helps doctors detect abnormalities in the bowel, including signs of colorectal cancer, polyps, unexplained diarrhea, ...

Colorectal cancer is the second-leading cause of cancer-related deaths in the U.S. and while screening tests such as colonoscopy could help in early detection and survival, many Americans choose ...

A colonoscopy is an exam that lets your physician see your entire colon. Before the test, your health care team will give you instructions for how to clear your colon of any stool. This process is ...

Nobody enjoys colonoscopy prep, but the process, which includes several days of unusual dietary restrictions, can be especially tricky for people with diabetes. When you’re preparing for your ...

A colonoscopy is a procedure that diagnoses and helps monitor inflammatory bowel disease (IBD). This can play an essential role in preventing and treating colorectal cancer. Doctors diagnose IBD using ...