In its early stages, colorectal cancer (also called colon cancer), which is cancerous cell growth in your colon or rectum, may not have symptoms. Problems that cause symptoms usually start after it ...

A colon cleanse is a popular alternative remedy that some people claim removes waste and toxins from the colon. However, there is little scientific evidence to support colon cleansing routines, except ...

Colon polyps are a collection of cells that grow in the colon. They can vary in size and shape. Colon polyps can be benign, but larger colon polyps may have an increased risk of developing into ...

A healthy colon is a marvelously effective organ that squeezes nutrients and water out of food while pumping out waste. But sometimes small clumps of abnormal cells grow on the colon’s lining and turn ...

Cancer that starts in your colon can sometimes spread to other parts of your body, including the liver. Another name for it is metastatic, or stage IV, colon cancer. Your doctor might find that the ...

Colon cancer rates for people under age 50 are going up across countries both rich and poor. In the US, rates for older adults are declining, while early-onset colon cancer is on the rise. Scientists ...

Colon cancer cases are on the rise, including in people under 45. Early symptoms include bloating and abdominal pain, which can be confused with GI disorders. Doctors shared why colon cancer can be ...

From reproductive rights to climate change to Big Tech, The Independent is on the ground when the story is developing. Whether it's investigating the financials of Elon Musk's pro-Trump PAC or ...

Colon cancer, often overlooked, can manifest on the skin through rashes, nodules, or discolouration, signalling internal issues. These changes, potentially linked to cancer spread or immune responses, ...

Popular web information on colorectal cancer is too difficult for most lay people to read and doesn’t address the appropriate risks to and concerns of patients, a study by a gastroenterologists ...