At least three of every four adults will experience hemorrhoids at one point or another in their life. If you have recently been diagnosed with hemorrhoids, you may not know that not all hemorrhoids are created equal. In fact, there are four different types of hemorrhoids, characterized by type, location, symptoms, or side effects. Below, we discuss the four types of hemorrhoids and how to distinguish between them.
Colorectal cancer is the third most diagnosed cancer in both men and women in America. The American Cancer Society estimates that there will be nearly 150,000 new cases of colorectal cancer diagnosed in 2019. It’s also expected to cause over 50,000 deaths this year. When it comes to treating colorectal cancer, you have options. Let’s take a look at the different methods of treatment available for colorectal cancer vary by stage and how each works.
Screening for colorectal cancer is the best way to detect and treat the disease earlier than it may have been caught otherwise. Colorectal cancer screening is used to look for the disease when a person is not showing any symptoms, but may fit the criteria of people who are prone to getting a particular disease, whether the factor is age, family history, or something else. We’ll take a look at the ins and outs of colorectal cancer screening, including who should get screened, the types of screening tests used, and what happens during your screening.
March is Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month. Each year the Colorectal Cancer Alliance picks a theme to help drive awareness about symptoms, diagnosis, and treatment of colorectal cancer. This year’s theme is “Don’t Assume,” which aims to bust the preconceived notions and misconceptions regarding colorectal cancer. Below, we’ll discuss what colorectal cancer is, how it’s treated, and how the Don’t Assume campaign wants to bust myths about colorectal cancer.
Being diagnosed with colorectal cancer can leaving you feeling uncertain and overwhelmed. You’re in and out of doctors’ offices, undergoing regular—and sometimes uncomfortable—treatments, all while learning about the disease and its effects. When it comes to treating not just the cancer, but the uncomfortable or painful symptoms and byproducts of the disease, there’s hope. Below, we’ll share five tips for anyone wondering how to cope with colorectal cancer.
Colorectal polyps are small clumps of cells that form on the inner lining of the colon. These polyps are very common, especially in people over 50. Fortunately, most colorectal polyps don't cause symptoms and are harmless, however, a small percentage can develop into colon cancer.
Hemorrhoids are a common ailment, affecting both men and women. It’s estimated that hemorrhoids affect about 1 in 20 Americans. Hemorrhoids are a relatively harmless, treatable issue, but sometimes symptoms that appear to be a simple case of hemorrhoids, can be indicative of other, more serious conditions. Sometimes these conditions are dangerous and even life threatening, so it’s important to understand the symptoms of hemorrhoids and when to be concerned.
Colorectal cancer does not always cause symptoms right away, and for this reason it often goes undetected for long periods of times. If it does show, these are some common colorectal cancer symptoms to look for:
Colorectal cancer begins in the colon or rectum and is also referred to as colon cancer or rectal cancer depending on where the cancer originated. Despite where it’s located, these cancers are categorized together because they share many similarities. Let’s take a look at colorectal cancer signs and symptoms, treatments options, risk factors and more.
Hemorrhoids are a common condition that is relatively harmless and oftentimes treatable, but sometimes symptoms that appear to be a simple case of hemorrhoids can be indicative of other, more serious conditions. Learn about hemorrhoid symptoms and treatments, as well as conditions related to hemorrhoids that your symptoms could be masking:
