Dr. Mark A. Chisam, MD

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What are the possible side effects of a colonoscopy?

Colonoscopy usually takes 30 to 60 minutes. Cramping or bloating may occur during the first hour

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When should a screening colonoscopy be done before age 50?

Routine screening colonoscopy to look for early signs of cancer should begin at age 50 for most

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Why is a colonoscopy so important?

Colon cancer is one of the most curable forms of cancer when found early, but in its early

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What is the treatment for chronic radiation colitis?

Radiation colitis is inflammation to the lower parts of the colon after exposure to radiation

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How is external beam radiation therapy used for prostate cancer?

External beam radiation therapy uses high energy radiation beams to destroy cancer cells. The

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