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Health Encyclopedia: Colon And Rectal Cancers Diagnosis
- Colon and Rectal Cancers - Diagnosis
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Diagnosis
Colon and rectal cancers are diagnosed using the screening tests discussed below. These tests can detect precancerous polyps and colorectal cancers at stages early enough for complete removal and cure.
Unfortunately, only 30 - 40% of adults over 50 years old (mostly in the upper socioeconomic group) have regular screening tests that could detect a cancer early enough for curative treatment. A survey reported that many people are not screened because they are too embarrassed. Those who ha...
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Health Guide
Sample Exercises: Stretching Exercises
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...also may radiate to the back or occur under the shoulder blades, behind the breast bone, or on the left side.About a third of patients have fever and chills.Nausea and vomiting may occur.Anyone... Read more »Headaches: Cluster: Surgery
...stimulation (VNS) is a surgical procedure in which a small generator is placed under the skin on the left side of the chest. A surgeon makes a second incision in the neck and connects a wire from... Read more »Congestive Heart Failure Symptoms
...essential to consult a doctor immediately if any of the following symptoms are detected.Symptoms of Left-Side Heart FailureFatigue and shortness of breath (dyspnea) are the first symptoms. They... Read more »Acid Reflux Prevention, Acid Reflux Diets
...In general, avoid eating for at least two hours prior to bedtime.When going to bed, try lying on the left side rather than on the right. The stomach is located higher than the esophagus when a... Read more »Images
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