Enivornmental factors and genetics play a role in colon health, but there may be another unexpected factor, as well.

Colorectal cancer (CRC) is a type of cancer that originates in the colon or rectum from precancerous polyps, which can evolve ...

Colon polyps are very common, occurring in 30 to 50% of adults. Older people are more likely to have colon polyps, which is why screening colonoscopy is recommended for those over 45.

Having close relatives with colon polyps -- which can be precursors of cancer -- could mean that you have a higher risk for colon cancer, researchers say.

Dr Nesargikar highlights that early detection through screening and lifestyle changes can prevent colon cancer, which is ...

A polyp removed from Biden's colon was a benign, slow-growing but potentially precancerous lesion that required no further action, his doctor said.

A doctor's report says the polyp removed from President Joe Biden’s colon last week was a benign, slow-growing but potentially pre-cancerous lesion that required no further action.

A doctor's report says the polyp removed from President Joe Biden’s colon last week was a benign, slow-growing but potentially pre-cancerous lesion that required no further action.