Expert Video - What does the colon do?
The colon plays an important role in the digestive system. In this video, gastroenterologists Drs. Echavarria and Gelrud explain some of the colon’s important functions - such as the absorption of water from undigested food to produce stool (feces), the accumulation and delivery of stool to the rectum prior to a bowel movement, and the absorption of certain nutrients that are important for the maintenance of good health. Additionally, the experts discuss how a colonoscopy procedure is helpful in cases where the colon is diseased, inflamed, or infected, and to screen for colon cancer.
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Animation - What is a colonoscopy and how do I prepare?
Slide Show - What is a colonoscopy and how do I prepare?
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What is a colonoscopy?
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Why is a colonoscopy important?
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Is a colonoscopy safe?
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What does the colon do?
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Who needs a colonoscopy?
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What can I eat or drink before a colonoscopy?
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What does bowel prep involve?
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What are bowel prep meds?
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Why is bowel prep important?
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What should I tell my doctor about before my colonoscopy?
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What about my current medications?
