Colon Cancer: Prevention

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  • Colorectal Cancer - Prevention

    10/01/08, Healthwise

    Some screening tests can prevent colorectal cancer. Screening tests look for a certain disease or condition before any symptoms appear. Regular screening is recommended beginning at age 50 for people with an average risk for colorectal

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  • Colorectal Cancer, Metastatic or Recurrent - Prevention

    10/01/08, Healthwise

    There is no sure way to prevent colorectal cancer from returning or showing up in other parts of your body. After you have had it, your risk of having it again increases. When it comes back, it is called metastatic or recurrent colore

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  • Diverticulitis - Surgery

    07/30/08, Healthwise

    Surgery for diverticulitis involves removing the diseased part of the colon. You may decide to have surgery for diverticulitis if you have:

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