What is a Colorectal Cancer Screening Colorectal cancer is the third most common type of cancer diagnosed in both men and women in the United States. According to the American Cancer Society, it is estimated that in 2021, there will be 104,270 new cases of colon cancer and 45,230 new cases of rectal cancer. Colorectal cancer screening is an important … Continue reading →

According to a big study involving 79,952 US-based men, those who consumed the most nutritious plant-based foods had a 22% lower chance of developing colon cancer than those who consumed the least. For women, who made up 93,475 of the study’s sample, the researchers were unable to find such a connection. For men, who have a generally higher risk of … Continue reading →

In recent years, a concerning trend has emerged in the landscape of colorectal health: the rise of early onset colorectal cancer (CRC). This term refers to colorectal cancer diagnosed in individuals under the age of 50. Historically considered a disease of older adults, the increasing incidence of early onset colorectal cancer presents unique challenges and calls for a deeper understanding … Continue reading →

Colorectal cancer is another name for bowel cancer. The big gut, which consists of the colon and rectum, is affected. Your body’s cells typically divide and expand in a controlled manner. Cells alter and have the potential to expand out of control when cancer develops. The majority of bowel malignancies are caused by precancerous growths known as polyps. However, not … Continue reading →

The colon is the end of the digestive tract, part of the large intestine. Any leftover water, salts, and vitamins from food are absorbed and condensed in the colon. After food is broken down and absorbed in the small intestine, indigestible food matter passes through the colon. From the sigmoid colon, the faeces are transferred to the rectum, where they … Continue reading →