Gardner Syndrome Related Diseases & Conditions
Medical conditions are often related to other diseases and conditions. Our doctors have compiled a list of ailments related to the topic of Gardner Syndrome. These conditions may be a cause or symptom of Gardner Syndrome or be a condition for which you may be at increased risk.
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Colon Cancer
Colon cancer is a malignancy that arises from the inner lining of the colon. Most, if not all, of these cancers develop from...learn more »
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Colon Cancer Article
- Colon cancer facts
- What is cancer?
- What is cancer of the colon and rectum?
- What are the causes of colon cancer?
- What are the symptoms of colon cancer?
- What tests can be done to detect colon cancer?
- How can colon cancer be prevented?
- What are the treatments and survival for colon cancer?
- What is the follow-up care for colon cancer?
- What does the future hold for patients with colorectal cancer?
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Colon Polyps
A colon polyp is a benign tumor of the large intestine. Benign polyps do not invade nearby tissue or spread to other parts of the...learn more »
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Colon Polyps Article
- What is a colon polyp?
- What types of polyps become cancerous?
- Are there other factors that determine a polyp's chance of becoming cancerous?
- What other types of polyps are there in addition to adenomas?
- What are the guidelines for screening individuals for polyps in order to prevent colon cancer?
- What kind of additional surveillance should be done once a polyp has been found?
- What happens if a polyp that is removed contains cancer?
- Is one's risk of having colon cancer increased by having had an adenoma?
- What is one's risk of having a polyp or cancer if a first-degree relative (parent, sibling, or child) has had an adenomatous polyp?
- Are there ways to prevent colon polyps from developing?
- What does the future hold for screening and surveillance of colon polyps?
- Are there situations in which polyps carry a very high risk of becoming cancerous?
- What about genetic counseling and testing?
- Colon Polyps At A Glance
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Cancer Risk Factors
Though it's difficult to say why some people develop cancer while others don't, research shows that certain risk factors increase...learn more »
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Cancer Risk Factors Article
- What are cancer risk factors?
- Growing older
- Tobacco
- Sunlight
- Ionizing radiation
- Certain chemicals and other substances
- Some viruses and bacteria
- Certain hormones
- Family history of cancer
- Alcohol
- Poor diet, lack of physical activity, or being overweight
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Genetic Disease
Genetic disease is a disorder or condition caused by abnormalities in a person's genome. Types of genetic inheritance include...learn more »
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Genetic Disease Article
- What is a genetic disease?
- What are the different types of inheritance?
- Single gene inheritance
- Multifactorial inheritance
- Chromosome abnormalities
- Mitochondrial inheritance
- What is the human genome?
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Genetic Counseling
Your health care provider may refer you to a genetic professional. Universities and medical centers also often have affiliated...learn more »
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Genetic Counseling Article
- What are genetic professionals and what do they do?
- What is genetic counseling and evaluation?
- How do I find a genetic professional?
- How do I decide whether I need to see a geneticist or other specialist?
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Colon Cancer Prevention Article
- Introduction to colon cancer prevention
- What measures to prevent colo-rectal cancer have proven effectiveness and long term
safety?
- What measures to prevent colo-rectal cancer probably are effective but may have long
term adverse side effects?
- What measures to prevent colo-rectal cancer probably are effective and safe?
- What prevention measures have been found to be ineffective?
- What about genetic testing for colon cancer?
- Who should consider genetic counseling and
testing?
- Why is genetic counseling and testing important in hereditary colon cancer syndromes?
- What can be done now to prevent colorectal cancer?
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