by BowelPrepGuide | May 16, 2015 | Bowel Prep, Colon Cancer, Colonoscopy
Myths about Bowel Prep There is only one way to prepare the bowel for colonoscopy. Not true. There are several bowel cleansing agents in the market. Read Types of Bowel Preparation Agents. There are also different foods you may eat the day prior to your...
by BowelPrepGuide | May 3, 2015 | Colon Cancer
Colorectal cancer is not preventable. Not true. Colorectal cancer is preventable. Colorectal cancer can be prevented by knowing your family history, getting screened for colorectal cancer, and changing your lifestyle. Read 3 Ways to Prevent Colorectal Cancer....
by BowelPrepGuide | Apr 11, 2015 | Colon Cancer
The multi-society guidelines on genetic evaluation and management of Lynch Syndrome 2014 can be found HERE.
by BowelPrepGuide | Apr 11, 2015 | Colon Cancer
The American College of Gastroenterology guidelines for colorectal cancer screening 2008 can be found HERE.
by BowelPrepGuide | Apr 5, 2015 | Colon Cancer
Colorectal cancer is the 2nd leading cause of cancer deaths in the United States. Colorectal cancer is preventable. What are the 10 signs and symptoms of colorectal cancer: 1. None. No sign or symptom. A person with colorectal cancer may have no symptoms at all. This...
by BowelPrepGuide | Feb 27, 2015 | Colon Cancer
Screening for colorectal cancer saves lives. There are many ways to screen for colorectal cancer including stool tests, special x-rays, virtual CT scan, flexible sigmoidoscopy and colonoscopy. The most sensitive test is colonoscopy. Colonoscopy prevents and detects...
by BowelPrepGuide | Feb 14, 2015 | Bowel Prep, Colon Cancer
Large disparities exist in colorectal cancer screening rates between whites and minority populations in the U.S. In this retrospective study by Gaduputi et al, minorities (Hispanics and African Americans) with personal history of adenomatous polyp and those with...
by BowelPrepGuide | Jan 10, 2015 | Bowel Prep, Colon Cancer
The Hidden Cost of an Inadequate Bowel Preparation for Colonoscopy 3 Ways to Prevent Colorectal Cancer