Category: Colonoscopy

Patient guides and articles about colonoscopy and colon screening from Gastro in Florida, with Dr. Vikram Tarugu in Okeechobee & Wellington, FL.

Colonoscopy May 24, 2017

Understanding Colonoscopies and Preparing for Yours

The Colonoscopy What is a colonoscopy? A colonoscopy is an important procedure used to examine the lower part of...

Colonoscopy May 13, 2017

Wasting is one of the most distressing and common complications of living with cancer. In plain and simple terms, cancer...

Colonoscopy May 12, 2017

The colon cancer survival rate is increasing due to the success of new treatments. According to a study in The...

Colon Disorder February 12, 2017

A polyp is any protrusion or elevation of the intestinal surface into the lumen. A polyp can occur in esophagus, stomach,...

Blog February 12, 2017

Colorectal Carcinoma arising from colonic or rectal mucosa (peak incidence 60-70 years old). They are usually seen in older patients or...