Scientists found lingering gut changes in people who'd had a precancerous polyp removed, with diet and lifestyle playing a ...

Blood tests taken in a doctor’s office now can be used to screen for colon cancer, according to updated American Cancer ...

Colonoscopies are still the gold standard, but experts now endorse a high-tech stool test and a blood draw amid rising rates ...

A surgeon speaks with a patient about colon cancer screening. (Photo courtesy of the U.S. Navy) Just saying the word colonoscopy makes some people feel uncomfortable. But consider this: Colorectal ...

Immunotherapy wipes out some colorectal tumors without surgery, signaling a major shift toward less invasive treatment.

Colon cancer (colorectal cancer) remains one of the most common and deadly cancers. It is now the leading cause of cancer deaths in Americans under age 50, and the second leading cause of cancer ...

Colon cancer symptoms in women are similar to those in men, but they can be confused with gynecological issues, like cramping ...

For the majority of patients with large or difficult to remove colorectal polyps (growths in the colon), the incidence of cancer is actually lower than previously thought, and using more advanced ...

In recent years, studies have taken a closer look at whether certain lifestyle choices might up your risk for colon cancer. For instance, a preliminary study unveiled at the 2025 American Society of ...

Dear Dr. Fritz, Good day. All of my tumor markers are normal. Do I still need to undergo a colonoscopy? Thanks for your reply. Lady Godiva Dear Lady Godiva, Yes ...

Gabby Zappia, 37, experienced blood in her stool during her third pregnancy. Months after giving birth, she learned she had ...