rectal cancer
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Dr. Derek Ebner, a Mayo Clinic gastroenterologist, offers tips on how to make colonoscopy bowel prep easier.
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Surgery to treat Carole Reisinger's kidney cancer led to a colonoscopy and a second diagnosis: rectal cancer.
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Dr. Derek Ebner discusses colorectal cancer in adults under 50, the warning signs, and the importance of seeking medical treatment without delay.
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Sally Blackwell was diagnosed with rectal cancer at 33 after her second child was born. The lifesaving care she received inspired her to find work at Mayo Clinic.
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Dr. Derek Ebner shares what you need to know to prevent colorectal cancer or catch it early when it's most treatable.
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This rare condition causes polyps to form in your colon and rectum that are likely to become cancerous. Learn about symptoms and treatment.
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Researchers have discovered new genetic markers to identify Lynch syndrome-associated colorectal cancer with high accuracy.
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Dr. Johanna Chan explains how screening can help prevent colorectal cancer and discusses alternatives to colonoscopy.
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Findings can assist care teams in predicting if someone with advanced colorectal cancer will benefit from immunotherapy.
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Dr. Johanna Chan explains why it's important for younger adults to recognize colon cancer symptoms and seek medical attention if they experience them.