I had a symptom of colon cancer and family history, so I got a colonoscopy. It was expensive, and insurance was a nightmare, ...

A considerable proportion of bowel preparation claims for screening colonoscopy involve patient cost-sharing, according to a research letter published online June 20 in Gastroenterology.

Fasting and bowel preparation before colonoscopy can lead to intravascular volume depletion, but rigorous assessment of its ...

Many people can have polyps and, like Andy, have no symptoms. A polyp can take as many as 10 to 15 years to develop into ...

Bowel preparation is a critical prerequisite for the success of colonoscopy procedures, as it ensures adequate visualisation of the colonic mucosa and maximises the detection of lesions.

Spanish study reveals that rapid fecal test is as effective as colonoscopy in detecting colorectal cancer in its early stages ...

You don’t need to “detox” your colon, but certain foods are known to naturally support colon health and function, reducing ...

The bowel is split into 2 parts - the small bowel and the large bowel. The small bowel makes up most of the digestive system. This page is about cancer that begins in the small bowel. The small bowel ...

Use soft toilet paper, and wipe gently after a bowel movement. Alternatively, use a bidet, if you have one, and pat your bum dry after a bowel movement. Allow the skin to air-dry after bathing.