Is colon cancer hereditary? The short answer is: it can be. Not all colon cancers are hereditary, but about 5-6% can be caused by certain conditions and inherited gene mutations. If you have any other risk factors for colon cancer, you would be wise to determine if you might be more at risk and if this question applies to you.
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Those who regularly have a colonoscopy are familiar with the term polyp. They understand that they are small growths on the inside of the colon or rectum. They have several shapes and can be numerous, but having a polyp does not mean you have cancer. However, colon polyp size, shape, and growth pattern affects cancer risk.
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Wondering if you’re at risk for colon cancer? If you like to be in control, there is good news and bad news. There are ways you can limit your risks, but other factors which you cannot control. Find out about both to keep you up to date and proactive on the health of your colon.
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Any bleeding should be a concern and should never be ignored. How serious it might be is a different matter. We will list less serious and common types of bleeding, those of more concern, and when you should see Colorectal Surgical Associates immediately.
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Anyone who has ever had a colonoscopy knows that you are enduring this humiliation so your doctor can find and remove any abnormal tissue in your colon called colon polyps. Of course there would be no point in undergoing this procedure if your physician did nothing about them. Polyps can not be removed if you don’t have a colonoscopy screening test as recommended. So let’s find out what happens if colon polyps are not removed.
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Among the list of embarrassing bodily functions, bowel leakage is right up there with passing gas and uncontrollable loud burps. Many aging individuals suffer with… Read More »Bowel Leakage: Gaining Control Is Possible
We will say this first, and we will say it loudly and clearly. Regular colorectal screening is one the most powerful tools against colorectal cancer. The American Cancer Society estimates that during 2022 there will be 52,580 deaths due to colorectal cancer. Don’t become one of them.
In conjunction with colorectal screening, here are two important questions: how long does it take colon polyps to develop into cancer? Why is this important?
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If you must have surgery, would you prefer one with more damage to your body or less? How about a surgery with more pain or… Read More »What Are The Benefits Of Minimally Invasive Surgery?
Seeing blood on the toilet paper, in your toilet bowl, or in your stool can make anyone worried. Since hemorrhoids and colon cancer can cause similar symptoms, don’t panic. Hemorrhoids are much more common. So is it hemorrhoids or colon cancer? How to tell the difference.
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Do Crohn’s Disease and ulcerative colitis increase risk of cancer? The short answer is yes. If you have ulcerative colitis and Crohn’s Disease involving the colon, you are at a higher risk for developing colon cancer. However, the majority of people with these two conditions may never develop colon cancer. Keep reading to find out how to reduce your risk factors.
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