A colonoscopy is an exam that lets your physician see your entire colon. Before the test, your health care team will give you instructions for how to clear your colon of any stool. This process is ...

For those approaching or over age 45, the very word—colonoscopy—can elicit waves of dread. However, these screenings truly save lives. Colonoscopies are considered the “gold standard” for screening.

A colonoscopy is a telescopic and visual examination of the colon and rectum. It helps doctors detect abnormalities in the bowel, including signs of colorectal cancer. More than 15 million colonoscopy ...

Everyone knows someone who has had a colonoscopy and heard the stories about the preparations. Wouldn’t you rather have a day ...

DEAR MAYO CLINIC: I just turned 45 and am dreading my first colonoscopy. Why do I need to be screened if I'm not having issues? Can you walk me through the process? ANSWER: Feeling anxious or afraid ...

Colon cancer is common and it's preventable. Early detection saves lives. Have you been putting your colonoscopy off?

Don’t flunk your tush test. Colorectal cancer is the fourth most common type of cancer in the US, with rates steadily on the rise — especially among people under 50. While colonoscopies are considered ...

Medically reviewed by Qin Rao, MD Key Takeaways You need to follow a special diet and may take laxatives to clean out your ...