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Post a new topicby contentuser on Thu Jul 02, 2009 1:53 am

Questions to Ask Your Doctor about Colon Cancer(Free Handout)



Follow-up Treatment



Follow-up care is recommended for colorectal cancer patients to ensure that recurrent or metastatic disease is detected as soon as possible. Patients should undergo regular physical examinations, fecal occult blood tests, colonoscopies, CT scans, and chest x-rays.

Prognosis

Prognosis depends on the stage of the disease and the overall health of the patient. Overall, colorectal cancer patient...Read the full article
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