Many colorectal cancers begin as polyps. These growths are usually benign and cause no immediate harm. However, two specific ...

Indiana University School of Medicine scientists have uncovered new evidence that an age-related blood condition may contribute to inflammatory bowel disease (IBD). Their findings suggest that a new ...

“When a doctor tells you it’s stage 4, you think, ‘My life is over,'" said Amy Piccioli ...

Many gastrointestinal diseases begin with symptoms so mild they are easy to ignore. Occasional heartburn, changes in bowel habits or discomfort after meals may not feel urgent, yet these subtle issues ...

At 47 years old, orthopedic surgeon Todd Grunander never expected to hear the word cancer, let alone colon cancer.

When most people think about their health, their colon is not usually top of mind. However, colon health plays a major role in digestion, immune function, and overall well-being. March is Colorectal ...

Your belly hurts. The diarrhea keeps coming. And you certainly don’t feel like eating. These are telltale signs of colitis. But which kind? Colitis is a term used to describe inflammation in your ...

Inflammatory bowel disease (IBD), encompassing Crohn’s disease and ulcerative colitis, remains a major clinical challenge owing to its complex pathophysiology and clinical management: it is a ...

A Mercy Health – Lourdes Hospital event provided information on testing, prevention and living with colorectal cancer using a ...