Common Cancer Screen Prone to Errors

The colonoscopy has long been recommended for people over the age of 50 and for younger individuals who have a history of colon cancer in their family, and is in fact one of the most commonly performed tests in America. While it can be a valuable tool when used appropriately, there is evidence that a disturbingly high percentage of these procedures fail to find cancer or the precursors that could indicate a risk for colon cancer. If you choose to undergo a colonoscopy, be sure to have it done by a provider who has a lot of experience, and a proven track record for safety and the ability to properly interpret the results.

While there is some valuable information in the article below, it is inaccurately titled, as a colonoscopy is not actually a preventative measure. The only way to prevent colon cancer is to practice a lifestyle of wellness that includes a whole foods based diet that is heavy on foods such as organic raw fruits and vegetables. It is also important to maintain good colon health by drinking plenty of pure water and regularly cleaning the colon using a quality oxygen-based cleanser. Exercise also helps to promote regularity, another way to keep the colon operating efficiently and thus prevent disease as well. The health of the colon/digestive tract is one of the primary issues that will dictate whether we are living well or simply existing in a state of disease. It is also where 75-80% of the immune system is located. Only a healthy digestive tract can properly absorb nutrients and remove waste from the body. You may want to consider doing a colon cleanse followed by the Optimum Liver and Gallbladder Cleanse to start the New Year, especially if you have overindulged in rich or unhealthy foods over the Holidays.


Colonoscopy Only Prevents 60% of Colon Cancer Cases

Washington (dbTechno) - According to a new study, having a colonoscopy come back negative does not mean you do not have colon cancer in some cases, as it has been found that the screening can possibly contain errors, missing some colon cancer cases.

A new Canadian study was published this week in the journal Annals of Internal Medicine, and focused on the effectiveness of the colonoscopy screening for colon cancer.

What they found may surprise you, as the screening, which is commonly recommended, may not be as accurate as once thought.

Researchers carried out the study on patients to see if the screening could successfully detect colon cancer.

They discovered that the screening was not effective in finding cancer in the right side of the colon.

Colon cancer in this area is very hard to detect, and can prove to be deadly.

Overall, the colonoscopy screenings missed the majority of the cancers on the right side, and over 30% of cancers in the left side of the colon.

Doctors now believe these screenings may prevent around 60% of colon cancer cases, rather than the 90% originally believed.

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