Doctors explain how colonoscopy compares with FIT, Cologuard, and blood-based colon cancer screening—and why it can catch more than cancer.

Looking back, I can see that I had some symptoms, but they were all things that were easy to brush off as something minor.

Colon cancer deaths are rising, and patients are getting younger. According to the National Cancer Institute, colorectal ...

While colorectal cancer polyps often have no symptoms—especially in the early stages—there are some warning signs to be on ...

I am Nobuhiro Aoki, Director of [Aoki Digestive Disease Clinic] in Sakyo Ward, Kyoto.In July 2026, Hitoshi Matsumoto of ...

A patient with a uniquely long colon seeks advice after multiple medications fail to treat her severe constipation.

Answer: You have an unfortunate situation of severe constipation that you haven’t found relief for. All the steps that have ...

Adolescents and young adults with sporadic colorectal cancer (CRC) most often present with stage III or IV disease, and only ...

I have a question for young doctors working as endoscopists."How many endoscopic examinations have you performed in the past ...

Medicare may not provide things entirely "for free," but some items and services are covered with no out-of-pocket costs under specific conditions.

Feeling nervous about having a colonoscopy is common. The bowel prep and the procedure itself can bring up questions or concerns about discomfort, privacy, and what to expect. Knowing how to prepare ...

Nearly 60 percent of men avoid the doctor until something breaks. The actor explains why waiting is a dangerous mistake.