South Texas Health System is raising awareness about the importance of colon health. STHS spokesperson Tom Castañeda visited the NBC23 studio to provide insight into the function of the colon, how to ...

The colon, also known as the large intestine, serves important roles for digestion and metabolism in the body. Approximately 6 feet long in total, the colon and rectum work in unison to first absorb ...

In recent years, colon cleansing supplements have grown in popularity. These types of cleanse products promise a range of health benefits, from weight loss to feeling more energized. Colon cleansing ...

The serious health issues we often ignore because we’re embarrassed - Dr Karan Rajan gives the lowdown on being honest about ...

This article discusses possible warning signs of irritable bowel syndrome and recommendations for evaluation and management.

Colon cancer remains one of the most prevalent yet often undetected forms of cancer, developing silently in the large intestine. According to recent medical data, it ranks as the third most common ...

Dear Doctors: I’m a 77-year-old man and was having trouble with hard stools. My doctor suggested a stool softener. It worked for about a week, but then I developed diarrhea. Over-the-counter diarrhea ...

CHARLESTON, S.C. (WCSC) - A physician from MUSC in downtown Charleston says November, known as Men’s Health Awareness Month, is a good opportunity to talk about the need for colon cancer screening. Dr ...

How often you poop is not the same for everyone, and the idea that daily bowel movements are the only healthy pattern is a ...