Blood tests for colorectal cancer: What to know
The American Cancer Society recently released updated colorectal cancer screening guidelines for people at average risk for the disease. This includes adding blood tests as a new screening option.
Adults at average risk for colorectal cancer should begin screening at age 45. Blood tests are not meant to replace a colonoscopy, which is still considered the gold standard test for colorectal cancer. Blood tests provide an alternative...
Colon cancer survivor thankful for doctors’ thoughtful and compassionate approach to treatment
Retired Army Col. Lawrence Henry, Ph.D., has a storied military career that spans almost three decades. He served six years as a Military...
Immunotherapy and colorectal cancer: Where we are and what’s ahead
The immune system defends the body from viruses and bacteria. But it’s not as successful in killing cancer on its own. Immune checkpoint inhibitors...
Stage III colon cancer survivor grateful for MD Anderson’s expertise
There was a point during colorectal cancer treatment when Tommy Allen didn’t think he was going to live. He was in pain 24 hours a day, the tumor wasn’t responding to chemotherapy and no doctor in the area was comfortable performing surgery on him due to the tumor’s location.
That was all before he got to MD Anderson. Today, Tommy is cancer-free, and he loves sharing his story of hope, commitment and triumph.
A challenging...
Colon cleanse: Health or hype?
You’ve probably heard that flushing out your colon can improve your health.
Ads for colon cleansing claim health benefits such as weight...
What is a total pelvic exenteration?
“Exenteration” refers to a complex surgery in which organs, bones and other structures are removed from the pelvis in order to treat cancer...
Which blood tests show cancer?
PSA tests can detect elevated levels of prostate-specific antigen in the blood, which are sometimes a sign of prostate cancer. And complete...
Colon cancer in young adults: What you need to know
Colorectal cancer cases are on the decline overall. Research shows this is because more people are getting regular colorectal cancer...
What are the risk factors for colorectal cancer?
Colorectal cancer is a type of cancer that develops in the colon or the rectum. It is the fourth most common cancer diagnosed in the U.S.<...
Colorectal cancer nurse inspired by patients every day
Regina Dela Cruz knows that being an oncology nurse is not for the faint of heart. But the inspiration she receives from her patients makes...