Colorectal cancer is the third most common type of cancer in the United States. This year, it is estimated that there will be over 100,000 new cases of colon cancer and over 40,000 cases of rectal cancer. Where does colorectal cancer start? Most cases of colorectal...
What are hemorrhoids? Also known as piles, hemorrhoids are swollen veins in the anal and rectal area. Although they’re the most regular cause of rectal bleeding, hemorrhoids are rarely dangerous. Hemorrhoids are very common. About three of four adults experience...
Approximately half the population of men and women will, by the age of 50, have hemorrhoids. In spite of how common they are, hemorrhoids are something most people feel a twinge of embarrassment when they are merely mentioned. This often causes a lot of...
