Colon Cancer
Stories
The Best Gift at Fifty – A Colonoscopy! When Michelle Lancaster turned 50, she received flowers, cards and a gooey chocolate birthday cake. Then she gave herself a gift no-one else had – a colonoscopy. After learning that polyps had been found during her sister’s colonoscopy, Michelle knew she needed to have the same test to protect herself against colon cancer.Read full story
Committed to Colonoscopy With both his parents having succumbed to colorectal cancer (CRC), Richard Grzymek knows that genes aren't on his side. Still, when he noticed a bit of blood in his stool two years ago, he assumed his hemorrhoids were simply acting up.
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Videos
Importance of Screening for Colon Cancer Ann Brown was diagnosed with colon cancer and given a 50% chance of surviving when she was 54 years old. In this video she speaks about her diagnosis, fears, treatment and return to health. Hal Zalmanowitz, who may have avoided colon cancer through screening, also offers insights on his experience. Ann and Hal share this video with Dr. Clarence Wong, a gastrointestinal oncologist, who provides advice on risk factors and how to protect yourself from developing colon cancer.Watch Video
What is Colon Cancer?
A mix of genetic and environmental factors can cause cells in the lining of the bowel to turn cancerous. A collection of abnormal cells called a polyp is often the first step in this transformation.Learn More
Colon Cancer Overview What are the Symptoms? When should I see a Doctor?
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