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Colorectal Cancer/Colon Cancer

Colon cancer is the third most commonly diagnosed cancer among men and women in the United States. Articles and resources disccus causes, prevention, symptoms, treatment information for the disease.

Lynch Syndrome and Cancer

Learn more about Lynch syndrome, an inherited disorder that increases one's risk of developing certain types of cancer. It is also known as HNPCC and is most commonly associated with colon cancer.

Rectal Cancer Symptoms

Rectal cancer is a type of cancer that affects the rectum. Learn what rectal cancer is and what symptoms of the disease you should watch out for.

Colon Cancer

Explore the basics of colon cancer in this in-depth feature about vital breast cancer topics like the causes, symptoms, treatment, and prevention of colon cancer.

Colon Cancer Risk Factors

Learn the ridk factors for colon cancer. Some colon cancer risk factors can be changed, however many can't.

Colon Cancer Overview

What is colon cancer? A short overview about colon cancer.

Colon Cancer Symptoms

Colon cancers are explained in detail. Many times, colon cancer symptoms are not present until the disease has advanced.

Colon Cancer Causes

What causes colon cancer? Learn what causes colon cancer here in this FAQ.

Colon Cancer Screening Guidelines - How often to get tested for colon cancer

A look into colon cancer screening guidelines. How often to get tested and at what age is discussed. Colon cancer is also referred as colorectal or rectal cancer.

Colon Cancer and Colorectal Cancer- Are They The Same

This FAQ addresses the difference between colon cancer and colorectal cancer.

What are polyps - Polyps and Colon Cancer Questions Answered

What is a polyp? Find out what polyps are and more in this FAQ about polyps and colon cancer.

Blood In Stool

Finding blood in your stool or in the toilet or on tissue after you wipe can be alarming. Learn what causes blood in stools, how it can be related to cancer, and what you should tell your doctor.

Fecal Occult Blood Test Information

A fecal occult blood test is a screening tool for colon cancer. Learn what happens during the test and what your result mean.

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