A gastroenterologist at the Mayo Clinic who treats patients with colorectal cancer shares the warning signs of the disease he'd look for in his own body.

Appendix cancer, also called appendiceal cancer, is when abnormal cells grow and form a tumor in the appendix. Your appendix is a little pouch-like organ attached to the lower right side of your large ...

Rectal cancers on their own, however, are rising in all adults, and now account for nearly one-third of all colorectal cancer ...

Studies show that people who eat the most fiber have a much lower risk of developing colon polyps, which can be early warning signs of cancer. Nutrition experts estimate that for every 10 grams of ...

Over time, the constant inflammation can damage the lining of the intestine and lead to other health problems. One of the most serious complications is a higher risk of developing colorectal cancer, ...