Colorectal Cancer Medical Reference
- Frequently Asked Questions About Colorectal Cancer
WebMD answers common questions about colorectal cancer, including screening recommendations and tests, and how to combat cancer-related fatigue.
- Colorectal Cancer Glossary of Terms
WebMD provides a glossary of medical terms related to colorectal cancer.
- What Is Laparoscopic Proctosigmoidectomy?
A laparoscopic proctosigmoidectomy is a surgery that removes a diseased section of the rectum and sigmoid colon. Learn how it can help treat colorectal cancer.
- Colostomy Questions and Answers
WebMD provides answers to questions about living with a colostomy, including care, travel, and supplies.
- Colorectal Cancer: 9 Things That Raise Your Risk
Could you be at risk for colorectal cancer? Learn more from WebMD about risk factors like family history, a history of other GI disorders, and diet.
- Colon Cancer Screening Guidelines
WebMD provides an overview of colon cancer screening guidelines for average-risk and high-risk people.
- Eating to Prevent Colorectal Cancer
Nutritional information that may help reduce the risk of colorectal cancer.
- What Is a Fecal Occult Blood Test?
When doctors test for fecal occult blood they are testing for the presence of microscopic or invisible blood in the stool, or feces. Read this article for more facts about this test.
- Living With a Colostomy
What to expect when you have a colostomy.
- Tips to Care for Your K-Pouch (Continent Ileostomy)
WebMD explains how to care for your ileostomy, or K-pouch.
- Colonoscopy
A colonoscopy is a medical test that examines your rectum and lower bowel for abnormalities and disease. Learn what to expect and how to prepare.
- Colorectal Cancer and Fatigue
If you're experiencing fatigue from colorectal cancer treatment, try these coping suggestions from WebMD.
- Colonoscopy
Colonoscopy screens for abnormalities, including cancer, in the colon and rectum. Learn more from WebMD.
