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A colonoscopy is a telescopic and visual examination of the colon and rectum. It helps doctors detect abnormalities in the bowel, including signs of colorectal cancer. More than 15 million colonoscopy ...

When patients come to me for their first colonoscopies, the first thing I usually say is, “Congratulations!” As a gastroenterologist, I applaud them for doing something important for their health and ...

Our team recommends starting regular colorectal cancer screenings at age 45. Colorectal cancer screenings, such as a colonoscopy or at-home FIT testing, help detect colon and rectal cancer early.

The digestive system is divided into two main parts: the alimentary tract and accessory organs. The alimentary tract is a tube that begins at the mouth and ends at the anus, while the accessory organs ...