Rectal Cancer Encyclopedia
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Dreaming of Colorectal Cancer
Colorectal cancer risks may be increased by obstructive sleep apnea
Lady Smokers' Risk for Colon Cancer
Colon cancer rates were higher in smokers and especially female smokers
Solving the Calcium and Cancer Conundrum
Colorectal adenoma risks lowered with high calcium intake by people with genetic mutations
More Months of Life with Colorectal Cancer
Cetuximab and chemo make surgery possible for colorectal cancer liver mets
A Man’s Genes Can Hurt His Cancer Outlook
Prostate cancer and Lynch syndrome appear to be linked
Constipation May Not Link with Colorectal Cancer
Constipation and colorectal cancer not typically associated with each other
Bone Loss Rx Didn't Lower Cancer Risk
Colorectal cancer risk reduction not associated with oral bisphosphonate use
Sedation and Cancer Screening Complications
Colorectal cancer screening patients who receive anesthesia are slightly more prone to complications
Too Many Seniors Getting Colonoscopies?
Colonoscopy rates among seniors suggest overutilization
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The End Result of Alcoholism
Many people are able to responsibly use alcohol. However, repeated alcohol abuse or a diagnosis of alcoholism can both lead to severe consequences. Here, we'll look at what addiction can mean to your body--from cirrhosis to cancer.
Risk Factors for Cancer
Cancer doesn't discriminate, and anyone can get this disease. However, some factors can increase your likelihood of developing cancer.
Understanding Colorectal Cancer
Colorectal cancer refers to polyps or tumors that grow in the colon or rectum. Some men with this digestive disorder have diarrhea, abdominal pain, or constipation, while others are asymptomatic. Only a colonoscopy can determine if cancer is present.
Causes of Colorectal Cancer
What causes the polyps or tumors of colorectal cancer? We know that carcinogens play a role, as does a family history of cancer. Colon cancer is also linked to other digestive disorders, like ulcerative colitis.
Screening for Colorectal Cancer
Colorectal cancer is often asymptomatic, which is why early detection of a tumor can be challenging. For this reason, all men over 50 should have an annual colonoscopy or sigmoidoscopy. These screenings of the colon and rectum can save lives!
Treating and Diagnosing Colorectal Cancer
Traditionally, colorectal cancer is treated with colorectal surgery, a procedure to remove a tumor from the colon or rectum. But other treatments, like radiation therapy and chemotherapy, may also be effective for a person with a cancer diagnosis.
Understanding IBD
Inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) is an umbrella term for a group of digestive disorders which includes ulcerative colitis and Crohn's disease. These conditions often cause diarrhea and abdominal pain, and may even lead to colon cancer.
Treating IBD with Medication
Inflammatory bowel disease can be treated with medication. Drugs like Asacol, Pentasa and Lialda ease symptoms and also put these digestive disorders in remission. Meanwhile, corticosteroids ease inflammation characteristic of IBD. Learn more!
Treating IBS with Medication
Inflammatory bowel syndrome can't be cured, so IBS treatment is aimed at symptoms. Abdominal pain can be eased with anticholinergics like Bentyl, and constipation responds to stool softeners. Diarrhea, meanwhile, responds to medication like Imodium.
