Colorectal Cancer
New study shows better biomarkers for MSI mCRC
This transcript has been edited for clarity. I’m David Kerr, Professor of Cancer Medicine at the University of Oxford.Today I would like to talk about the…
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Hemorrhoids
Mother of two: “Hemorrhoids saved my life”
Like many mothers-to-be, Christina Kelly developed hemorrhoids while pregnant with her second daughter. According to , these are common side effects of pregnancy and are often…
Colorectal Cancer
First-in-class targeted therapy has potential for colon cancer
Germany’s Merck KGaA (MRK:DE) announced a licensing agreement with New York-based small molecule developer Inspirna. The agreement is for ompenacrid, a first-in-class SLC6A8 blocker, and will…
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Irritable bowel syndrome with constipation (IBS-C)
Irritable bowel syndrome with constipation (IBS-C) is a condition characterized by chronic constipation accompanied by abdominal pain. This is a subtype of irritable bowel syndrome (IBS).…
Colorectal Cancer
Research identifies promising treatment for advanced colorectal cancer
An international phase 3 clinical trial showed that patients with metastatic colorectal cancer who carry a rare genetic tumor mutation called KRAS G12C received a combination…
Hemorrhoids
Prevalence and associated risk factors of hemorrhoids in the general adult population in Mecca, Saudi Arabia
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Colorectal Cancer
The man thought the pain was caused by a new exercise regimen. he had cancer.
When JJ Singleton noticed a throbbing pain in her abdomen in May 2015, she chalked it up to a torn muscle. After all, the 27-year-old’s goals…
Hemorrhoids
Pressure in the rectum: 11 causes
There are many conditions that put pressure on the rectum, including constipation, diarrhea, anal fissures, and hemorrhoids. Serious causes of rectal compression are less common, but…
Colorectal Cancer
Colorectal cancer tumor growth may be promoted by cholesterol
Share on PinterestWhy statins and other cholesterol-lowering drugs can help prevent colon cancer tumor growth. Image credit: Su Bikun/VCG (Getty Images) Colon cancer screening looks for…
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Fluid in the anterior or posterior capsule
If you’ve ever had an ultrasound, you may have seen fluid in the cul-de-sac area. The pouch is located just behind the vagina. This article explains…