While no medical procedure is fun, exactly, some can feel more intimidating than others. Root canals and mammograms may make the shortlist, but at the very top is the colonoscopy, a routine procedure ...

Scientists at the University of Geneva have created the first detailed catalogue of gut bacteria at the subspecies level, unlocking powerful new ways to detect colorectal cancer. By applying machine ...

Some screenings and treatments no longer make sense for patients as they age. Researchers have just added a few more to the list. By Paula Span Enough time had passed since the patient’s previous ...

If your upcoming list of appointments includes a colonoscopy, an exam where your doctor looks for precancerous abnormalities or signs of gastrointestinal disease, you may be dreading it. During a ...

Natural colon cleansing may help with constipation, but research supporting its effectiveness for removing toxins or improving overall digestive health is limited. At-home colon cleanse methods ...

This information will help you get ready for your colonoscopy using a Suprep Bowel Prep Kit. Your doctor will give you a prescription for the kit. Follow the instructions in this resource carefully.

Oxycodone (Oxycontin®, Percocet®). Have you had a colonoscopy with a poor prep (stool in your colon) in the past? If you answered yes to any of these questions, you will need to buy extra MiraLAX. You ...

When you have a gastrointestinal (GI) procedure at Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center (BIDMC) in Boston, our goal is to make things easy and convenient for you. Our digestive care team offers the ...

Polyps can be precancerous or cancerous, and removing them early can prevent cancer. Treatment options for cancerous polyps include surgery, chemotherapy, radiation, and immunotherapy. Adopting a ...

Colon hydrotherapy involves flushing out the colon with liquid like water. There is limited scientific evidence to support the health benefits of colon cleansing. Possible risks of colon hydrotherapy ...