Colorectal Cancer Medical Reference

What to expect when you have a colostomy.

WebMD answers common questions about colorectal cancer, including screening recommendations and tests, and how to combat cancer-related fatigue.

Learn about the stages of colon and rectal cancer.

WebMD provides a glossary of medical terms related to colorectal cancer.

Nutritional information that may help reduce the risk of colorectal cancer.

When doctors test for fecal occult blood they are testing for the presence of microscopic or invisible blood in the stool, or feces. Read this article for more facts about this test.

WebMD provides an overview of colon cancer screening guidelines for average-risk and high-risk people.

A laparoscopic proctosigmoidectomy is a surgery that removes a diseased section of the rectum and sigmoid colon. Learn how it can help treat colorectal cancer.

WebMD provides answers to questions about living with a colostomy, including care, travel, and supplies.

WebMD explains how to care for your ileostomy, or K-pouch.

A colonoscopy is a medical test that examines your rectum and lower bowel for abnormalities and disease. Learn what to expect and how to prepare.

If you're experiencing fatigue from colorectal cancer treatment, try these coping suggestions from WebMD.

Colonoscopy screens for abnormalities, including cancer, in the colon and rectum. Learn more from WebMD.