As my colonoscopy appointment approached, I received detailed instructions from my healthcare provider. The prep involved a ...

Physicians should offer patients verbal and written instructions for all components of prep, patient navigation with phone or virtual messaging to guide patients through the process, a low-fiber or ...

Stimulant laxatives help the bowels contract so you can poop. They’re best for short-term relief. Learn about the risks of ...

If no polyps or cancers are found, the average patient can wait 10 years before having another colonoscopy. Fecal tests can be done at home. Patients collect a stool sample and mail it to or drop ...

Colon cancer is a commonly diagnosed cancer in the U.S. according to the American Cancer Society. Wake Up 2Day spoke with Dr.

If you have an upcoming colonoscopy, you may be wondering what exactly happens not only during but after the procedure. During a colonoscopy, your doctor will examine your entire colon, also known ...

So it was really the randomization to an invitation to get a screening colonoscopy. When the trial was set up, they actually randomized people before they knew which group they were in ...

Folks who take one of the popular GLP-1 weight-loss meds might end up with a cancelled endoscopy or colonoscopy New research ...

It’s good news in the fight against colorectal cancer: A new test can detect the disease with a simple blood draw. But don’t ...

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