Colon Cancer

Colon cancer is cancer of the large intestine or the rectum, and is often called colorectal cancer. READ MORE

Colon Cancer

Treatment Options for Colon Cancer infographic

Treatment Options for Colon Cancer

Early diagnosis makes treatment easier, but there are options for every stage.

Treatment Options for Colon Cancer infographic

Opciones de tratamiento para el cáncer de colon

Un diagnóstico temprano facilita el tratamiento, pero hay opciones para cada etapa

Jenna Scott

I Was 'Too Young' to Have Colon Cancer

When I was 29, I was told my symptoms were from pregnancy — but a year later, I was diagnosed with stage 4 colon cancer

Jenna Scott

Era “demasiado joven” para tener cáncer de colon

Cuando tenía 29 años, me dijeron que mis síntomas eran de un embarazo, pero un año después, me diagnosticaron cáncer de colon de etapa 4

Julie Raeburn

As a Mom, I Always Put My Needs Last – Until Stage 4 Colon Cancer Showed Up

It feels strange to say, but I’m healthier now than I’ve ever been

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DIY: Hemorrhoids Self-Care

Learn about the different ways you can help prevent painful hemorrhoids and how to get rid of hemorrhoids at home

female patient of African-American ethnicity, having an annual medical check-up with a senior male Caucasian doctor

Can Racial Bias Limit Access to Colon Cancer Screening and Treatment for Women of Color?

Black patients could be less likely to get screening referrals that could lower colon cancer mortality rates

female patient of African-American ethnicity, having an annual medical check-up with a senior male Caucasian doctor

¿Pueden prejuicios raciales restringir el acceso a examinaciones y tratamientos de cáncer de colon para mujeres de color?

Los pacientes de raza negra pueden tener menos posibilidades de que les refieran a examinaciones que podrían reducir las tasas de mortalidad del cáncer de colon

How Fiber Can Reduce Your Risk for Colorectal Cancer

How Fiber Can Reduce Your Risk for Colorectal Cancer

What you need to know to get enough fiber in your diet

En qué forma la fibra puede reducir tu riesgo de cáncer colorrectal

En qué forma la fibra puede reducir tu riesgo de cáncer colorrectal

Lo que debes saber para recibir suficiente fibra en tu dieta

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The Connection Between Young Adults and Colon Cancer

Here’s a look at why younger adults are being diagnosed with colon cancer and how they can lower their risk

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Ask the Expert: Colorectal Cancer

Fola May, M.D., an associate professor of medicine at the University of California Los Angeles (UCLA) and a gastroenterologist answers questions about colorectal cancer, screening, how to find a provider and more

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Who’s Most at Risk for Colorectal Cancer?

African Americans and Ashkenazi Jews face a higher risk of colorectal cancer. A growing number of young women might also be at risk.

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¿Quién tiene mayor riesgo de cáncer colorrectal?

Los afroamericanos y los judíos asquenazí tienen un mayor riesgo de cáncer colorrectal. Una cantidad cada vez más grande de mujeres también podría tener riesgo.

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