Dec 19, 2024 · Find out about symptoms and causes for this cancer that starts in the large intestine. Learn about treatment options, including minimally invasive surgery.

Nov 5, 2024 · Spastic colon is an outdated term that's sometimes used to refer to irritable bowel syndrome (IBS). IBS is a common digestive condition involving belly cramps and pain, bloating, …

Jul 18, 2025 · Stage 4 colon cancer, also called metastatic colon cancer, means the cancer has spread to other parts of the body — often the liver, lungs or abdominal cavity lining, called the peritoneum.

The colon, also called the large intestine, is a long tubelike organ in the abdomen. The colon carries waste to be expelled from the body. The rectum makes up the last several inches of the large intestine.

Anyone can develop colon polyps, and your risk increases as you age. Your risk of colorectal cancer also is higher if you are overweight, smoke, have a personal history of colon polyps, or have a family …

Aug 30, 2025 · Colon and rectal surgeons at Mayo Clinic have completed training in general surgery as well as advanced training in the treatment of colon and rectal problems. They treat hundreds of …

Oct 21, 2025 · Ulcerative colitis is a type of inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) that causes inflammation and sores, called ulcers, in the colon. Ulcerative colitis (UL-sur-uh-tiv koe-LIE-tis) affects the …

Oct 22, 2024 · This common colon disease develops when small pouches form in the colon wall and become inflamed, causing pain, fever and abnormal stool function.

Oct 7, 2025 · Colectomy is a surgical procedure to remove all or part of your colon. Your colon, part of your large intestine, is a long tubelike organ at the end of your digestive tract. Colectomy may be …

Aug 14, 2025 · Hirschsprung (HIRSH-sproong) disease is a condition in which nerve cells are missing in a baby's large intestine, resulting in bowel blockage. These nerve cells help move contents through …