Colorectal Cancer Medical Reference

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

Doctors use flexible sigmoidoscopy to examine the rectum and the lower part of the colon. Learn what to expect during this procedure.

Read about laparoscopic ileocolectomy and right colectomy for colorectal cancer and other bowel problems.

Here are some common symptoms of colorectal cancer.

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

Colorectal cancer may be treated with a laparoscopic abdominoperineal resection, an operation in which the anus, rectum, and sigmoid colon are removed and a colostomy performed. Learn more from WebMD.

WebMD explains chemotherapy for colorectal cancer, including side effects.

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.