"Colonoscopy is considered the gold-standard when screening for colorectal cancer," says gastroenterologist Dr. Brian McGee, MD. "It’s a safe procedure that is the only cancer screening tool that can ...

Here's what you need to know if you're prescribed a low-residue diet for digestive disorders, colonoscopy prep, or recovery from surgery.

Use of a split-dose bowel preparation regimen is recommended; same-day regimen acceptable for those undergoing afternoon colonoscopy.

Fact checked by Nick Blackmer Most people should get screened for colorectal cancer starting at age 45. Cells in the large intestine can form polyps, which may turn into cancer over time. Detecting ...

Is Colonoscopy Painful? According to Dr Borkar, colonoscopy is usually not uncomfortable, especially when the procedure involves sedation, which helps patients relax.

The process of colonoscopy, which follows an examination of the inside of your large intestine or colon can be a stressful process for many people. And so, according to an expert, the procedure can be ...

Dietary restriction before colonoscopy, either with a clear liquid diet or a low-residue diet, has been the traditional recommendation. Several publications have shown a greater acceptance of less ...

Optical colonoscopy is one of the crucial tests in diagnosing and assessing the progression and prognosis of IBD, as it allows a real-time optical visualization of the colonic wall and ileum and ...