Colon Health Check Kit Saves Colorectal Cancer Lives

Colorectal Cancer (colon cancer/ large bowel cancer 1) third most deadly form of cancer related deaths according to World Health Organization, attributed to approximately 680,000 world-wide deaths in 2007. 13 Colorectal Cancer can be prevented by early diagnostic testing including an FDA (Food and Drug Administration) approved home self - administered Colon Health Check kit.1

The colon is part of the digestive system that moves food through a hollow tube. The colon extends about six feet long from the cecum (Where food enters from the small intestine) to the rectum and anus where solid waste called stool leaves. 2 The hollow tube were food passes through is lined with a layer of moist mucous cells that lubricate the contents and protect the walls of the colon from bacterial activity and neutralizes some of the fecal acids. 3 Almost a third of colorectal cancer cases is linked to bad diet and lifestyle occur in people 65 and over. 13

Within the inner walls of the large intestines polyps (clumps of cells) are known to develop which maybe benign or become cancerous. Benign polyps do not produce any symptoms, compared to cancerous polyps cause changes in bowel habits and blood in the stool. 4 Benign polyps do not grow or metastases, compared to malignant polyps which can spread to other parts of the body. 12.

During a colonoscopy examination, entire colon in the lower part of the Gastrointestinal Tract is checked for polyps which maybe malignant besides screening for ulcers and areas of inflammation or bleeding. Preparation for colonoscopy is unpleasant compared to the actual procedure. 5 A special solution may be required to drink prior to the procedure as part of the preparation. One or two days before a colonoscopy depending on the type of preparation the patient's physician recommends a clear liquid diet and laxatives or enemas would be taken to cleans the colon. Some preps are only taken the evening before the test. 5 Prior to a colonoscopy medication is administered intravenously to make the patient sleepy and relaxed which may be adjusted during the procedure. 10 After being sedated, a thin colonoscopy is manipulated by the physician to examine the whole colon and lower part of the small colon. The flexible tube has small camera attached to the colonoscopy providing a visual examination. 5 Almost always polyps are removed by use of forceps and a biopsy is sometimes obtained for examination in the laboratory. 11 "The procedure usually takes 15 to 60 minutes." 10 According to a study of 1,870 patients, who had undergone a colonoscopy, two percent reported high levels of discomfort from preparing for colonoscopy and one percent reported severe discomfort during the procedure. 6

The American Gastroenterological Association (Oldest medical association founded in 1897 and 14,000 approximate members of scientists and physicians. 7) recommends a colonoscopy examination test starting at age forty for those who are considered at risk for colorectal cancer. Risk factors attributed to colorectal cancer include: More than one relative or family member diagnosed with colon cancer at any age or history of colon polyps detected by siblings or parent before the age of sixty, personal history of diagnosed ulcerative colitis, previously removed non-malignant polyps from the colon, and prevention of colorectal cancer as incidences increase over the age of fifty. (If no risk factors are present the American Gastroenterological Association recommends testing should start by age fifty)."People 65 to 84 years of age are six times more likely than younger people to develop colorectal cancer." 5

In August 2008, Food and Drug Administration approved Colon Health Check kit. The kit developed by Healthcare Providers Direct Incorporated (Development and distribution of rapid diagnostic tests) located in Lawrenceville, New Jersey. Colon Health Check kit is an effective and early home screening for colorectal cancer. "Colon Health Check is a simple, quick and effective screening test that patients can self - administer in the privacy of their own bathroom - and an excellent way to take control of one's health." The Colon Health Check kit includes instructions step - by - step, testing a sample of stool collected in one's own bathroom, and evaluating test results easily. When the test indicates blood in the stool recommend as soon as possible the person should contact their physician for further evaluation. "The Colon Health Check kit is more than 98% accurate." The test results are seen within five minutes. The kit can be purchase from the Website:www.colonhealthcheck.com8 Two dollars from the proceeds of each kit sold is donated by Healthcare Providers Direct to Crossing the Finish Line 8: Organization provides a service to help young adult cancer patients and their families and caregivers forget about their cancer by providing expense paid week long vacations. 9
or by calling 1 - 800 - 216 - 8100. The Colon Health Check kit cost $34.95 and available within fourteen days of placing the order. The home test evaluation for colorectal cancer when applied correctly is comparable to the type of tests administered in a physician's office or medical laboratory.

"Colorectal cancer patients who are diagnosed in the disease's earliest stages have a 90% chance of 5 -year survival." 8

For further Information regarding Colon Health Check Kit contact: http://www.colonhealthcheck.com/

References:

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2.) Definition of Colon - http://www.medterms.com/script/main/art.asp?articlekey=2787

3.) The anatomy of the digestive system, large intestine, colon or bowel, imporant for enemas and colon cleansing - http://www.enemainfo.com/anatomy.html

4.) Colon Cancer - http://www.mayoclinic.com/health/colon-cancer/DS00035

5.) Colonoscopy - http://www.webmd.com/colorectal-cancer/colonoscopy-16695

6.) Colonoscopy Prep Worse Than Procedure - http://www.webmd.com/colorectal-cancer/news/20080516/colonoscopy-prep-worse-than-procedure?src=rss_cbsnews

7.) American Gastroenterological Association - http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/American_Gastroenterological_Association

8.) New Self - Administered Test Allows for Private, At-Home Colon Cancer Screening - http://biz.yahoo.com/bw/080820/20080820005651.html?.v=1

9.) Crossing The Finish Line Earns Recognition - http://wfmz.com/view/?id=203093

10.) Colonoscopy (cont.) - http://www.medicinenet.com/colonoscopy/page2.htm

11.) What if There are abnormalities detected during colonoscopy? - http://www.medicinenet.com/colonoscopy/page3.htm

12.) What is Colorectal Cancer? - http://www.cancer.org/docroot/cri/content/cri_2_4_1x_what_is_colon_and_rectum_cancer.asp

13.) TODAYonline.com - http://www.todayonline.com/articles/271956.asp