Constipation, in simple terms, means having difficulty passing stools. It is often caused by insufficient fiber intake, certain food intolerances, minimal fluid consumption, or other major health ...

A polyp is a precursor to cancer, Goodman explained. It's an outgrowth in the colon that can be easily removed before it turns into cancer. The U.S. Department of Health is currently working on ...

This week, we will be discussing a very important topic, of which a lot of people have never heard while others have only rudimentary knowledge about the condition.

For adults with average cancer risk, a blood test could provide an option for colon cancer screening instead of a colonoscopy.

A first for Oklahoma is coming soon to the health care industry as Mercy Hospital broke ground on a new project.

Mercy broke ground on what they call a game-changer for gastrointestinal care, a new facility dedicated to digestive health.

From new blood- and stool-based screening options, to changes in colonoscopy age and quality recommendations, here are what seven leaders have told Becker's about major colonoscopy screening changes ...

Yogurt, kefir and kombucha aren’t the only foods that are good for your gut. These plant-based foods can promote gut health ...

Created by Guardant Health, the blood test, known as Shield, was able to detect 83% of colorectal cancers in studies but only 13% of dangerous polyps. Colonoscopies find approximately 95% of these ...

Symptoms of anemia can be dizziness, shortness of breath and headaches. Your skin may also take on a pale or yellowish look, ...

Pseudopolyps ocurr due to the inflammation related to Crohn's disease or ulcerative colitis. Learn what pseudopolyps on ...

After facing colorectal cancer for nearly eight years, Mandy Wilk got a double-lung transplant in June at Northwestern. She ...