Webinar: Screening and Prevention for Colon Cancer
Wed, Mar 25, 2015 12:00pm to 1:00pm ET
Description
Mayo Clinic gastroenterologist, Paul J. Limburg, M.D. discusses information on colon cancer prevention and screening methods. A live question and answer session followed his presentation.
Thank you. Per your question, the pill base prep can be even more difficult and have more complication than the liquid prep. Its not generally advised.
If someone has abdominal bengin tumor or nodule as described under age 40 and no cancer appearance (already biopsied). How often should it be monitored and are there any special way to get it removed or should it just be monitored? Tnx!
We are pleased to hear that the tumor was benign. We would need more details to provide any recommendations on treatment. You will need to contact your health provider for more information. Feel free to reach to Mayo Clinic for a second opinion. Thanks for attending our webinar.
Thank you! That was very beneficial webinar and I am so glad you have answered my question, too. It is such an advantage having this type of technology where we can attend such webinar/meeting from our own home. I look forward to attending different webinars as well.
I am 65+ and have had a colonectomy 5 years ago for removal of a large 3.1 cm. polyp attached to the colon wall. I've had one colonoscopy since with no more polyps and no cancer at any time. What are Mayo Clinic's dietary recommendations to prevent colon cancer--in particular amount of red meat permissible? Any other dietary recommendations? Aside from osteoporosis I am in good health, keep up with all screenings, weigh 126# and exercise 5x/week.
Dear Jerry.
Thank you for your inquiry and for attending the webinar. At this time we do not offer CEU’s for our webinars. Please visit our https://ce.mayo.edu/ for information about upcoming courses.
Thank you,
Soledad
Despite extensive research, there is no convincing link between frequency of bowel movements and risk of colorectal cancer. I am not aware of any research studies that have rigorously evaluated body position during bowel evacuation and colorectal cancer risk. Paul Limburg MD
Lynch Syndrome refers to an inherited predisposition to colorectal and other cancers due to a change in one or more genes involved in DNA mismatch repair (a biologic process that helps eliminate cells with errors in their genetic code). Lynch Syndrome can be suspected based on family history, and confirmed using genetic testing. Colorectal and other cancer screening recommendations are different for Lynch Syndrome families than for the general population, so please consult a healthcare provider for a more detailed discussion if you are concerned about possible Lynch Syndrome.Paul Limburg MD
Informative presentation: did not answer one question I have often heard posed. Are there any symptoms that would indicate the presence of colon cancer. Changes in bowel habits? Gastric disturbance>
There are some symptoms that could indicate the presence of colon cancer, such as change in bowel frequency, change in stool size (thin caliber), bleeding per rectum, unexplained weight loss, and others. Unfortunately, these symptoms are neither “sensitive” (they don’t always occur even when colon cancer is present) nor “specific” (these symptoms can be associated with conditions other than colon cancer). If you have any of the above symptoms, or others that you are concerned about, ask your doctor if you need a colonoscopy or other diagnostic test. Paul Limburg MD
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Thank you. Per your question, the pill base prep can be even more difficult and have more complication than the liquid prep. Its not generally advised.
The costs of each test varies by region and insurance provider. You can contact your insurance provider to ask. Thank you.
We are pleased to hear that the tumor was benign. We would need more details to provide any recommendations on treatment. You will need to contact your health provider for more information. Feel free to reach to Mayo Clinic for a second opinion. Thanks for attending our webinar.
Does moving your bowels frequently help lessen the risk of developing colon cancer? Does using a squat potty help?
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Do your webinars give health professionals CEUs? I am a RN and wife is RD and CDE. Thanks! Jerry
I am 65+ and have had a colonectomy 5 years ago for removal of a large 3.1 cm. polyp attached to the colon wall. I've had one colonoscopy since with no more polyps and no cancer at any time. What are Mayo Clinic's dietary recommendations to prevent colon cancer--in particular amount of red meat permissible? Any other dietary recommendations? Aside from osteoporosis I am in good health, keep up with all screenings, weigh 126# and exercise 5x/week.
Dear Jerry.
Thank you for your inquiry and for attending the webinar. At this time we do not offer CEU’s for our webinars. Please visit our https://ce.mayo.edu/ for information about upcoming courses.
Thank you,
Soledad
Despite extensive research, there is no convincing link between frequency of bowel movements and risk of colorectal cancer. I am not aware of any research studies that have rigorously evaluated body position during bowel evacuation and colorectal cancer risk. Paul Limburg MD
Lynch Syndrome refers to an inherited predisposition to colorectal and other cancers due to a change in one or more genes involved in DNA mismatch repair (a biologic process that helps eliminate cells with errors in their genetic code). Lynch Syndrome can be suspected based on family history, and confirmed using genetic testing. Colorectal and other cancer screening recommendations are different for Lynch Syndrome families than for the general population, so please consult a healthcare provider for a more detailed discussion if you are concerned about possible Lynch Syndrome.Paul Limburg MD
There are some symptoms that could indicate the presence of colon cancer, such as change in bowel frequency, change in stool size (thin caliber), bleeding per rectum, unexplained weight loss, and others. Unfortunately, these symptoms are neither “sensitive” (they don’t always occur even when colon cancer is present) nor “specific” (these symptoms can be associated with conditions other than colon cancer). If you have any of the above symptoms, or others that you are concerned about, ask your doctor if you need a colonoscopy or other diagnostic test. Paul Limburg MD