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Can chronic use of stimulant laxatives damage the colon?
Continuous daily use of stimulant laxatives can cause health problems such as low potassium, salt... Full Answer12/31/1969
How does fiber in the diet help keep the colon healthy?
Fiber is material that the body has a hard time digesting. So rather than being absorbed into the... Full Answer12/31/1969
Why are polyps found in different areas of the colon for men and women?
Women have a mild, maybe 5% increase in right-sided polyps over left-sided polyps when compared to... Full Answer12/31/1969
What happens if I am diagnosed with a growth in my colon or rectum?
If a growth is discovered in the colon or rectum, the follow-up care will depend first upon whether... Full Answer12/31/1969
How can I help my family cope with my diagnosis of colon or rectal cancer?
It is important to determine from each family member how much they would like to know about your... Full Answer12/31/1969
Can weight loss reduce my risk of colon growths?
Weight loss can help reduce your risk of colon polyps (or growths), as can regular physical... Full Answer12/31/1969
How does aging affect the colon?
Aging affects the colon in a number of ways. Just like older people are more prone to developing... Full Answer12/31/1969
How should I get my colon checked?
There are different ways to get the colon checked depending on the nature of the concerns. If you... Full Answer12/31/1969
Is colon cleansing beneficial and safe?
The idea of a colon cleanse is not one grounded in solid science. The body's natural process... Full Answer12/31/1969
How does exercise affect colon health?
Exercise has been shown to significantly decrease colon transit time, indicating that physical... Full Answer12/31/1969
What foods can help keep my colon healthy?
Eating fiber-rich foods, vegetables, vitamin-rich foods, healthy fats, water and water-rich foods... Full Answer12/31/1969
What are some of the early warning signs of colon problems?
There are different symptoms that are warning signs of colon problems. These warning signs can... Full Answer12/31/1969
What is the role of the colon (large intestine) in digestion?
By the time food reaches the colon from the small intestine, it has been completely digested. All... Full Answer12/31/1969
How can I keep my colon healthy?
There are several things you can do to keep your colon healthy. Diet and exercise, drinking at... Full Answer12/31/1969
What is the colon?
The colon is also known as the large intestine. It is the final portion of your gastrointestinal... Full Answer12/31/1969
