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The Importance Of Colon Cancer Screenings

By Brookhaven Gastroenterology Associates
April 27, 2017
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Gastroenterology

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Colon Cancer  

Why a colon cancer screening from Suffolk County gastroenterologist can save your lifecolon cancer

A colon cancer screening is the best way to detect colon cancer. Colorectal cancer is the third leading cause of cancer deaths, according to the American Cancer Society. 2016 estimates indicate that over 95,000 cases of colon cancer will be diagnosed in the United States this year, and over 49,000 people will die of colorectal cancer this year.

Your doctors at Brookhaven Gastroenterology Associates in East Patchogue, NY, want to help you prevent colon cancer. They serve residents of Suffolk County with state-of-the-art colon cancer screenings and gastroenterology services.

A colonoscopy is a major tool in colon cancer screening. Gastroenterologists agree that you should have a colonoscopy if you are 50 years old to screen for colorectal cancer. In addition to initial screening, there are other reasons you may need a colonoscopy, including:

  • Chronic pain in your abdomen
  • Abnormal growths and intestinal polyps
  • Chronic constipation or recurrent diarrhea
  • Bleeding from your rectum or blood in your stool

During a colonoscopy, you will be sedated and a thin tube will be inserted into your rectum and threaded up into your colon. The tube has a tiny camera which can aid the doctor in examining your colon, removing any polyps or taking a sample of tissue for biopsy.

Because you will be sedated, it’s important to bring a friend or family member with you who can drive you home after your procedure. A colonoscopy procedure takes about 45 minutes, but due to sedation, your recovery period can take between 2 and 3 hours.

A colon cancer screening is a vitally important part of your healthcare because it can detect signs of colorectal cancer early. Remember that early detection means early treatment and a better treatment outcome. A colon cancer screening can save your life! For more information on colon cancer screening and other gastroenterology services, call your doctors at Brookhaven Gastroenterology Associates in Suffolk County, NY. Don’t wait for your colon cancer screening; call today!

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