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Learn why doctors perform colonoscopy, how you prepare for it, what to expect during and after colonoscopy, and the risks of colonoscopy.

Overview of the digestive system—how food moves through each part of the GI tract to help break down food for energy, growth, and cell repair.

Defines and explains the causes, symptoms, and treatment of Hirschsprung disease. Includes a pronunciation guide of terms associated with the condition.

Read about causes, diagnosis, and treatment of bowel control problems including information on diet and nutrition, and fecal incontinence in children.

This free continuing education activity provides guidance and tools for clinicians on the optimal ways to implement screening for colorectal cancer to help ensure that patients receive maximum benefit.

Testing guidelines for colorectal (colon) cancer from the U.S. Preventive Services Task Force.

Questions you should ask your doctor about colorectal (colon) cancer screening tests if you are age 50 or older or are at higher than normal risk.

Descriptions of colorectal (colon) cancer screening tests, including high-sensitivity fecal occult blood testing (FOBT), sigmoidoscopy, colonoscopy, double-contrast barium enema, virtual colonoscopy, and stool DNA tests.

Information about Medicare and private insurance coverage for colorectal (colon) cancer screening tests.

Basic information about colorectal (colon) cancer screening from CDC.