Colorectal cancer is highly treatable when caught early—and FIT tests make screening easier than ever with a simple at‑home ...

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. After the fasting, the uncomfortable cleanse and a drowsy ride home, it’s a relief to have your colonoscopy screening behind you.

A colonoscopy recently revealed colon polyps — and a recommendation for another colonoscopy in three years. My younger sister’s colonoscopy yielded similar results. Neither of us seems to have many, ...

A healthy colon is important for your overall health. Colon polyps are often harmless, but they can be signs of colorectal ...

DEAR MAYO CLINIC: I'm 46 and had my first colonoscopy last month. The doctor said everything looked good, although he removed a few polyps. Can you explain what a colon polyp is and if should I be ...

Medically reviewed by Jay N. Yepuri, MDMedically reviewed by Jay N. Yepuri, MD Polyps in the colon and rectum (together called colorectal polyps) are common in people over age 50. They are usually ...

Colon cancer and rectal cancer, also known as colorectal cancer, is rising among U.S. adults under the age of 50. Here are the symptoms and factors that could increase the risk of developing it.

DEAR MAYO CLINIC: I’m due for my first colonoscopy, and I understand that the physician will be looking for polyps. What are they? Should I be worried if they find some? ANSWER: Good for you for ...

NEW YORK (Reuters Health) - The surgical removal of small colon polyps found during computed tomography imaging of the colon, or CT colonography, is costly and unnecessary, according to a new study.

About 60% to 70% of people under 50 are diagnosed with more advanced disease, compared with older adults who benefit from routine screening [1]. The five-year survival rate for localized colorectal ...