colon cancer Archives - Southeast Valley Gastroenterology

Decreasing Your Risk of Colon Cancer

Richard Peterson2019-04-19T17:19:13-07:00

There are many dietary and lifestyle changes you can make to decrease your risk of colon cancer, as listed below, but a timely screening is also very important. If you are concerned about your risk of colon cancer, start making the changes outlined below, and schedule an appointment for a evaluation. Increase fiber from natural [...]

FAQ: Colonoscopy

2015-06-30T22:39:17-07:00

What is the colon? The colon (large bowel or large intestine) is the last portion of your digestive (gastrointestinal) tract. The colon is a hollow tube about 5 feet long that starts at the end of the small intestine and ends at the rectum and anus. Its main function is to store unabsorbed food waste [...]