Colorectal cancer is a cancer of the lower digestive system, which includes the colon and the rectum. If you feel like you are hearing a lot about this topic lately, it's because March is Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month. The goal is to increase awareness and encourage people 45 and over to get screened. And that doesn't just mean a colonoscopy.
Did you know that there's more than one option for a colorectal cancer screening? That's only if you don't have bowel issues and are of average risk.
A colonoscopy allows your doctor to check for polyps and other issues inside the rectum and colon, and, if necessary, remove them.
