Keck Medicine of USC Blog | Colon Cancer

Anal, Rectal and Colon Cancer: What Are the Differences?
June 1, 2026

Anal, Rectal and Colon Cancer: What Are the Differences?

What Cancer Screenings Should Older Adults Get?
September 10, 2025

What Cancer Screenings Should Older Adults Get?

 Radiation Oncology: Top Questions from Patients
August 8, 2025

Radiation Oncology: Top Questions from Patients
Anal, Rectal and Colon Cancer: What Are the Differences?
June 1, 2026

Anal, Rectal and Colon Cancer: What Are the Differences?

A Keck Medicine of USC colorectal surgeon discusses symptoms and treatments for colon, rectal and anal cancers.  More younger adults are being diagnosed...
What Cancer Screenings Should Older Adults Get?
September 10, 2025

What Cancer Screenings Should Older Adults Get?

A medical oncologist explains what cancers older adults should be screened for, when to start routine screenings — and possibly...
Radiation Oncology: Top Questions from Patients
August 8, 2025

Radiation Oncology: Top Questions from Patients

A Keck Medicine of USC radiation oncologist shares patients’ most-asked questions about radiation treatment for cancer. Radiation therapy is a...
What Causes Colon Cancer?
June 3, 2025

What Causes Colon Cancer?

What causes colon cancer, and how can screening and lifestyle choices reduce your risk? Colorectal (colon and rectal cancer) is...
 Colon Cancer Rising in Young Adults
April 15, 2025

Colon Cancer Rising in Young Adults

Why are rates of colon cancer increasing in younger adults? Diagnoses of colon cancer, or colorectal cancer, are increasingly common...
 What Is Radiation for Cancer?
April 1, 2025

What Is Radiation for Cancer?

A Keck Medicine of USC radiation oncologist explains what to know about radiation treatment for cancer. Radiation oncology — the...
 Don’t Be Afraid to Get a Second Opinion, Doctor Says
March 3, 2025

Don’t Be Afraid to Get a Second Opinion, Doctor Says

Second opinions in health care are wise for many reasons, says a Keck Medicine of USC oncologist. Telling your doctor...
 Coping with Cancer During the Holidays
December 20, 2024

Coping with Cancer During the Holidays

The holidays can be especially challenging if you’re living with a serious illness like cancer. The following strategies can help...
 Every Colorectal Cancer Patient’s Journey Is Unique
December 11, 2024

Every Colorectal Cancer Patient’s Journey Is Unique

An expert explains why there is never just one approach to treating colorectal cancer. If you’ve been diagnosed with colorectal...
 Can You Be Screened for Colon Cancer Without a Colonoscopy?
June 24, 2024

Can You Be Screened for Colon Cancer Without a Colonoscopy?

While a colonoscopy is the preferred method, less invasive options can help determine whether there is cause for concern. A...
 Why Is Colorectal Cancer on the Rise for Younger People?
March 15, 2021

Why Is Colorectal Cancer on the Rise for Younger People?

Doctors are working to uncover why colon cancer numbers are increasing in people under 50. Here’s what you need to...