~By:K.Steward~
According to Colon Cancer Alliance, colon Cancer is the second leading cause of cancer- related deaths in the United States,where 1-20 on an average are at individual risk according to factors that may contribute to family history. For example, people with first -degree relative ( parent,sibling or off-spring) who has had colon cancer have two to three times likely to develop the disease. while cases has risen to 90% of people 50 years old & older.The Because of the lack of public awareness of the disease the funding is limited for research.Early detection is the Key to preventing and treatment will not only save ones life also letting a patient know what options are available to them.
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Screening
~Colonoscopy
What happens:The inside of the rectum & entire colon are examined using a long,lighted tube called a colonoscope.
when to get screened ( if not high risk):
Every ten years starting at the age of 50 .
~FlexibleSigmoidoscopy
What happens:Examines your rectum and lower part of the colon with a lighted tube called a sigmoidoscope.
When to get screened (if not high risk) Every five years starting at age 50
~Virtual Colonoscopy
What happens: uses x-rays and computers to take 2
or 3- dimensional images of the colon & rectum.
When to get screened (if not high risk) Every five years at the age of 50
~Double-Contrast Barium Enema (DCBE)
What happens:Air and barium are pumped into rectum. The solution will show polyps or tumors on x-rays
When to get screened (if not high risk) Every five to ten years starting at age 50
******Please see your Doctor if you're at high risk, it can save your life.Make appointment Today*******
Lower Gastrointestinal Anatomy
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