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| | Colon cancer |
 | | Colon cancer may be treated with external radiation. | | | The choice of treatment and prognosis (chance of recovery) depend on the stage of the cancer (whether the cancer is in the inner lining of the colon only or if it has spread to other places) and the patient's general health. | | | Choosing the most appropriate cancer treatment is a decision that ideally involves the patient, family, and health care team. |
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| | Cancer - Colorectal - 2003 Fact Sheet - About the Program |
| | Case-control studies found that deaths from colorectal cancers located within reach of the sigmoidoscope were 59% lower among people who had undergone a sigmoidoscopy than among those who had not had the procedure. | | | Use of screening for colorectal cancer was particularly low among those respondents who lacked health insurance, those with no usual source of health care, and those who reported no doctor's visits within the preceding year. | | | CDC is supporting epidemiologic and behavioral science research efforts relating to colorectal cancer. |
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| | colon cancer on Encyclopedia.com |
| | cancer of any part of the colon (often called the large intestine). | | | Health behavior changes after colon cancer: A comparison of findings from face-to-face and on-line focus groups |
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| | Colon Cleansing herbal Colon Cleanse - colon flushing products |
| | All the colon cleanse system products are made to work synergistically, and in total harmony with each other. | | | The Colon Cleanse Program is a complete body detoxification program with ingredients which cleanse, sweep out, and nutrify the body. | | | These colon cleanse program's are much, much more than just an aid for constipation relief. |
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| | Cancer Information Center: Leukemia, Colon Cancer, Lung Cancer |
| | Immunotherapy, a continuing medical education program on tumor immunology, monoclonal antibodies, cytokines and cancer therapies, and vaccine approaches against cancer. | | | In association with amazon.com, Cancer Bookstore offers a selection of books on cancer for both oncology professionals and consumers. | | | The Consumer Cancer Treatment Forum is an unmoderated ListServ Discussion Group. |
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| | Colon cancer - MayoClinic.com |
| | Colon cancer is cancer of the large intestine (colon), the lower part of your digestive system. | | | Cancer recurrence: What it means and how to cope | | | Hospice care: When comfort, not cure, is the focus |
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http://www.mayoclinic.com/invoke.cfm?id=DS00035
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| | Colon Cancer |
| | 4/9/01 Colon Cancer Treatment PDQ, from NCI This is a much more technical summary of colon cancer from the NCI and might be considered a starting point for the medical literature. | | | I was able to quickly locate lots of very good websites with plenty of material about colon cancer diagnosis, prevention, prognosis, chemotherapy, etc., but experienced considerable difficulty in finding a single site which summarized experimental therapies under development specifically oriented to colon cancer in a way that I found useful. | | | Biologic therapies are one of the hottest areas of Cancer research, because unlike the traditional chemotherapies, they have few side effects. |
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| | Colon Cancer, Colorectal Cancer - oncologychannel |
| | Incidence of colorectal cancer is highest in developed countries such as the United States and Japan, and lowest in developing countries in Africa and Asia. | | | Polyps gradually can become precancerous and then cancerous. | | | We subscribe to the HONcode principles of the Health On the Net Foundation |
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| | Colorectal Cancer Association of Canada |
| | Recent advances in the systemic therapy of colorectal cancer seem to have made regional therapy of hepatic metastases passé. | | | Having chemotherapy and radiation therapy before advanced rectal cancer surgery results in an increased likelihood of preserving the anal sphincter, according to a new study published last month. | | | Despite its high incidence, CRC is one of the most preventable and treatable forms of cancer when found early. |
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| | Colon Cancer Network |
| | This web site is intended to assist people with cancer, their family, friends and care givers find the information to help them make decisions regarding treatment and management of their disease. | | | Nothing presented herein should be construed as a substitute for professional advice from a physician or medical practitioner. | | | And more importantly, we are committed to ending this cancer in our lifetime. |
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| | Cancer - Screen for Life Campaign - National Colorectal Cancer Action Campaign |
| | Screening also helps find colorectal cancer early, when treatment works best and the chance for a full recovery is very high. | | | Additionally, talk to your doctor or health professional about colorectal cancer screening. | | | James S. Marks, MD Former Director, National Center for Chronic Disease Prevention and Health Promotion, CDC |
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| | MedlinePlus: Colorectal Cancer |
| | Radiation Therapy for Colorectal Cancer (American Society for Therapeutic Radiology and Oncology) | | | Genetic Testing for Colon and Rectal Cancers (Mayo Foundation for Medical Education and Research) | | | Follow-Up Care for Colorectal Cancer (American Society of Clinical Oncology) |
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| | The Cleveland Clinic Foundation's Department of Gastroenterology Center for Colon Cancer and Polyps-good information from the Clevelend Clinic | | | What You Need To Know About Cancer of the Colon and Rectum - Cause and Prevention-good site from MD Anderson | | | Mediconsult.com: Colorectal Cancer Medical Information-some good information from Medi-Consult |
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http://www2.kumc.edu/kci/cancerlinks/colon.htm
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| | The 12-part Cancer Experience series offers specific information on how to cope with cancer, every step of the way. | | | If you want extensive medical details about a specific form of cancer, our comprehensive Detailed Guides will meet your needs. | | | Whether it's in our Overviews, Detailed Guides, or one of our other cancer documents, chances are you will find the information you need in this section. |
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http://www.cancer.org/docroot/CRI/CRI_2x.asp?sitearea=LRN&dt=10
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| | Sloan-Kettering - Colorectal Cancer |
| | In this section you can find information about our expertise in treating patients with colorectal cancer, our services, and our research. | | | Colorectal cancer is cancer that occurs in the large intestine and rectum. | | | Indeed, colorectal cancer is the second most preventable cancer, after lung cancer. |
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| | NCCS: National Coalition for Cancer Survivorship |
| | You also have the option of dedicating a specific hole to a cancer survivor for $150. | | | Clinical Trials: Improving the Care of People Living with Cancer | | | The National Coalition for Cancer Survivorship is the oldest survivor-led cancer advocacy organization in the country and a highly respected authentic voice at the federal level, advocating for quality cancer care for all Americans and empowering cancer survivors. |
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| | American Cancer Society Homepage |
| | Stories from Hurricane Katrina: Helping Cancer Patients Cope in the Aftermath | | | Learning about cancer, treatment options, treatment decision tools, clinical trials, coping. | | | Join Making Strides and help make breast cancer a thing of the past. |
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| | ABC News: Fiber Guards Against Colon Cancer |
| | Eating the recommended amount of fiber could reduce the risk of colon cancer by as much as 40 percent, according to an article in the August issue of the Harvard Men's Health Watch. | | | SUNDAY, Aug. 7 (HealthDay News) — Fiber is already recommended as part of a healthy diet, but new studies now show that along with its other benefits, dietary fiber helps prevent colon cancer. | | | The Institutes of Medicine recommend that men younger than 50 consume 38 grams of fiber a day, while men over age 50 should consume 30 grams of fiber a day. |
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| | BBC NEWS Programmes Breakfast Colon cancer: Dave's story |
| | We talked to Jola Gore Booth of Colon Cancer Concern | | | The symptoms of bowel cancer are very similar to other common complaints such as piles or irritable bowel syndrome. | | | Because the symptoms involve embarrassing changes to bowel habits, many people don't see the doctor until the cancer has already spread to other organs,such as the lung and liver. |
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| | Mary Camacho loses colon to cancer, but not zest for life |
| | In addition Mary says be aware of your body and have yourself checked for any problems that may occur and if you can't do it for yourself then do it for the people you love. | | | When the cancer was diagnosed her tumor and the extent to which it had spread was severe, Mary was at Stage 4, leaving her no choice but to have a radical bowel resection that required the majority of her colon removed to just a few inches in length connecting her stomach up to her throat. | | | There are no exact causes for colon cancer but you can empower yourself and take some preventative actions to lower your risks from dying from it. |
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| | Colon Cancer |
| | Colon and Rectal Cancer: A Patient's Guide to Treatment | | | You can search by diagnosis, drug or treatment modality. | | | -This is a link to a National Cancer Institute site that has valuable information on the diagnosis and treatment of rectal cancer. |
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| | Colorectal Cancer Treatment, from Avastin.com |
| | Avastin, used in combination with intravenous 5-fluorouracil-based chemotherapy, is indicated for first-line treatment of patients with metastatic carcinoma of the colon or rectum. | | | In a small study, the incidence of serious or fatal hemoptysis was 31% in patients with squamous histology and 4% in patients with adenocarcinoma receiving AVASTIN as compared to no cases in patients treated with chemotherapy alone. | | | Serious, and in some cases fatal, hemoptysis has occurred in patients with non-small cell lung cancer treated with chemotherapy and AVASTIN. |
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| | Colon Cancer Today - Encyclopedia |
| | Visit our Medical Encyclopedia and learn the definitions, causes, symptoms, diagnoses of colon cancer. | | | Disclaimer: The information provided on this website is for educational purposes only and does not serve as a replacement for care provided by your own personal health care team. |
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| | Hardin MD : Colon Cancer |
| | --Almost all colon cancer develops from non-cancerous polyps. | | | Polyps usually do not turn into cancer, but when they occur it's important to have them monitored, by having regular screening. | | | --2nd most deaths for cancers in the US (lung cancer is 1st) |
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| | Your Disease Risk |
| | Your Cancer Risk: © 2000 President and Fellows of Harvard College. | | | Developed over the past ten years by the Harvard Center for Cancer Prevention, Your Disease Risk collects the latest scientific evidence on disease risk factors into one easy-to-use tool. | | | Here, you can find out your risk of developing five of the most important diseases in the United States and get personalized tips for preventing them. |
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| | ASCRS |
| | The American Society of Colon and Rectal Surgeons is a national association of colon and rectal surgeons and other surgeons dedicated to advancing and promoting the science and practice of the treatment of patients with diseases and disorders affecting the colon, rectum and anus. | | | You may locate a colorectal surgeon in your geographic area through the link below. | | | The American Society of Colon and Rectal Surgeons is unable to respond to specific requests for medical advice over the Internet or by email. |
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| | Welcome to NCCRA |
| | The Entertainment Industry Foundation's National Colorectal Cancer Research Alliance (EIF's NCCRA) and co-founder Katie Couric urge Americans to know the facts about colon cancer prevention with a series of activities planned as part of National Colorectal Cancer Awareness month. | | | NCCRA Ambassador Carmen Marc Valvo, fashion designer and colon cancer survivor, stresses the importance of knowing family health history. | | | On October 9, 2005 Road of Life will present RACE FOR HOPE - a 5k race and 1-mile walk to raise awareness and funds for EIF's NCCRA and Ohio State University's Arthur G. James Cancer Institute. |
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