Colonoscopy (Imaging test)
Uses a scope to look for and remove abnormal growths in the colon/rectum. It sounds scarier than it is and over before you know it!
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Uses a scope to look for and remove abnormal growths in the colon/rectum. It sounds scarier than it is and over before you know it!
Is a stool test that finds abnormal DNA and blood in a stool sample and can often be completed from the comfort of your home.
This test detects blood in the stool and is often followed up with a colonoscopy if a positive test occurs.
A change in bowel habits could be a symptom of several things, including colorectal cancer, infection, hemorrhoids, irritable bowel syndrome, or inflammatory bowel disease. Talk to your doctor if you notice a change that lasts for more than a few days, including diarrhea, constipation, or narrowing of the stool.
In general, the American Heart Association recommends adults get 25 grams of fiber per day, based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Other factors, like age and gender, may impact what amount is right for you. Fiber has numerous benefits for your health, and you can find it in many foods, such as whole grains, lentils, whole fruit, and chia seeds.
Bowel prep before a colonoscopy cleanses the colon. This lets the doctor see abnormalities, such as polyps, while performing the procedure.