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Palliative care offers a comprehensive network of support at any stage, from diagnosis to treatment and beyond
Chronic inflammation from flare-ups can damage the lining of your intestinal wall, making your colon more vulnerable to cancer
Colonoscopies and sigmoidoscopies are types of endoscopies, procedures that look at the health of your large intestine
A steady increase in cases in those younger than 50 started decades ago
If you’re at average risk, it’s recommended that you get your first colonoscopy at age 45
It’s a slow-moving process that offers an opportunity for early detection and treatment
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