Anal Cancer
Do not confuse these types of cancer
colonoscopy Anal and rectal cancers occur in nearby areas of the body, and both have preventive steps and proven treatments.But they say they’re…
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Surgical Gastroenterology Knowledge Centre
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Colorectal Cancer
Colon Cancer Care | Colorectal Cancer Treatment
It is not uncommon to receive a second opinion during cancer treatment. At MaineHealth, we understand how important it is to have confidence in your colon…
Colorectal Polyps
Free colon cancer screening test kits available at local drive-thru events
SPRINGFIELD, IL – Free take-home screening tests for colon cancer will be distributed at several drive-thru events scheduled in Decatur, Lincoln, Springfield and Taylorville. It is…
Diverticular Disease
Health crisis hidden in modern diet and lifestyle
In a country grappling with growing health issues, diverticular disease has emerged as an important, but often overlooked, factor. This is a disease that is divided…
Appendicitis
Alice Paul Tapper to publish picture book about medical misdiagnosis
NEW YORK (AP) — A new book from bestselling author Alice Paul Tapper, daughter of CNN anchor Jake Tapper, is inspired by a deadly health emergency.…
Anorectal Anatomy and Physiology
Ventilate the rectum to support breathing
Image: Based on the fact that loaches perform intestinal respiration under hypoxic conditions, we verified the effectiveness of the EVA method on mammals such as mice…
Colorectal Cancer
What is colorectal cancer? Understand, detect and manage the global health concern
Colorectal cancer is a pressing global health problem that affects the colon and rectum. Critical insights into its signs, symptoms, and treatments are crucial for early…
Appendicitis
Activity levels of four genes related to severity diagnosis of pediatric appendicitis
Credit: Pixabay/CC0 Public Domain A multi-institutional team of medical researchers has discovered that measuring the activity of four specific genes in pediatric patients with suspected appendicitis…
IBD
Crohn’s and Colitis UK Finding the Right Words – Jordan’s Story In this special blog for Crohn’s and Colitis Awareness Week, we’d like to introduce you to Jordon Cox, best known as Britain’s Coupon Kid!.2023 November 30th
Crohn’s and Colitis UK Finding the Right Words – Jordan’s Story In this special blog for Crohn’s and Colitis Awareness Week, we’d like to introduce you…
Hemorrhoids
Prevalence and associated risk factors of hemorrhoids in the general adult population in Mecca, Saudi Arabia
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