More than 100,000 Americans will be diagnosed with colon cancer this year, according to estimations by the American Cancer Society (ACS). Medical professionals generally agree that getting a ...

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. The U.S. Preventive Services Task Force recommends adults 45 to 75 years old get colorectal cancer screenings. Most people need ...

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Kevin Cunningham's grandfather died at age 43 from colorectal cancer. Cunningham's mother was just 3. Because of this family history, Cunningham, now 40, had his first colonoscopy at 30. His ...

You shouldn’t skip your colonoscopy just because you have hypoglycemia. Instead, you’ll need to adjust the way you prepare for the procedure to reduce your chance of having a hypoglycemic event. Share ...

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 ...

Colonoscopy prep may cause symptoms of indigestion and heartburn. The choice of prep, dosing schedule, and food and drink a person consumes may help manage the uncomfortable side effects. Colonoscopy ...

This important procedure doesn’t have to feel awkward or embarrassing. Here’s what to know to make the test and the ...

Q. My question is about the prep for colonoscopy. My husband has had two; I have had one. It seemed to me that, although the prep was unpleasant for both of us, it was worse for me. Consequently, when ...

Colon cancer is the third leading cause of cancer death for both men and women in the U.S. and the second leading cancer death cause worldwide. But there’s good news: It’s also one of the most ...