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Colon Cancer Risk Factors and Disparities

2020-10-01T16:05:04-04:00

Many lifestyle-related risk factors can raise your chances of developing colon cancer. While some people who get the disease may not have any of the risk factors, it's important to be aware of them. Certain racial backgrounds, like African Americans, are more at risk to develop the disease. African Americans are disproportionately burdened by cancer in general, and colorectal cancer is no exception. According to the American Cancer Society, African Americans are about 20% more likely to get colorectal cancer and about 40% more likely to die from it than most other groups. The reason behind this usually stems from [...]

Colon Cancer Risk Factors and Disparities2020-10-01T16:05:04-04:00

Treating a Colon Cancer Diagnosis

2020-10-01T17:21:39-04:00

After you're diagnosed with colon cancer, what comes next? Receiving a cancer diagnosis can be incredibly hard to take. It can be overwhelming to think about your next steps. What comes next? Do I need surgery right away? How will my colon cancer be treated? Is chemotherapy my only option for treatment? It's natural to have questions about how to tackle a colon cancer diagnosis. In this video, Dr. O'Connor explains the process of treating colon cancer from her conversation with Nurse Alice Benjamin and Dr. Scott Metcalfe. https://youtu.be/ew724eRBxCI   Transcription  Dr. Lynn O'Connor: You get to the point where [...]

Treating a Colon Cancer Diagnosis2020-10-01T17:21:39-04:00

Who Is At Risk For Colon Cancer?

2020-09-14T21:11:31-04:00

How do you know if you're at risk for colon cancer? There are a number of risk factors that contribute to developing colon cancer. It's well known that your risk increases with age, but with younger and younger patients developing the disease, lifestyle factors and family history also come into play. But, family history and pre-existing conditions aren't always to blame when it comes to colon cancer. From her conversation on BlackDoctor.org with Nurse Alice Benjamin and Dr. Scott Metcalfe from Bravo's Married to Medicine, Dr. O'Connor discusses how your family history and other factors can increase your risk for [...]

Who Is At Risk For Colon Cancer?2020-09-14T21:11:31-04:00

Colon Cancer Screening Could Save Your Life

2020-09-10T19:11:25-04:00

The key to fighting colorectal cancer is catching it early. Screening is the best way to find signs of cancer in your body. Scheduling and preparing for a colonoscopy can seem intimidating or maybe even scary, but it's nothing to be afraid of! Putting off a colon screening can do you more harm than good. In this video, Dr. O'Connor discusses the importance of colon cancer screening from her conversation on BlackDoctor.org with Nurse Alice Benjamin and Dr. Scott Metcalfe from Bravo's Married to Medicine. https://youtu.be/SIOuNA8wQqk   Transcription Dr. Lynn O'Connor: You want to get it early on, and [...]

Colon Cancer Screening Could Save Your Life2020-09-10T19:11:25-04:00

Dr. Lynn O’Connor in the News: Why is my Poop Green or Black?

2020-07-24T15:04:26-04:00

As a colorectal surgeon, my patients often ask me about what they should be aware of when it comes to bowel movements. One question I'm often asked is, "Is it normal for my poop to be a different color?"  The truth is, poop can come in come in many different shapes and colors! It's not necessarily a bad thing for your stools to appear green or black. Your diet is a big factor that affects the color of your poop. Green foods like leafy greens, matcha, avocados and herbs can cause your poop to appear a green color. This is [...]

Dr. Lynn O’Connor in the News: Why is my Poop Green or Black?2020-07-24T15:04:26-04:00

Caring for a COVID-19 Patient

2020-07-24T15:08:58-04:00

These are very scary and uncertain times. We have no idea of when the end of this is in sight. When will things get back to some semblance of normalcy? When will many of us get back to work? Will it be safe to even go back to work?  Will schools and day camps open back up? How will I feed and care for myself and my family? There are so many questions with little answers. It appears that we are in this for the long haul. Which means staying diligent in our effort to protect ourselves and our families, [...]

Caring for a COVID-19 Patient2020-07-24T15:08:58-04:00

Video: 9 Tips to Stay Healthy When Flying

2019-02-05T20:15:32-05:00

Dr. Lynn O’Connor recently returned from The 2018 Annual Scientific Meeting held by The American Society of Colon and Rectal Surgeons, in Nashville Tennessee. Here’s what she writes following the conference: It was an amazing opportunity to network with some of the greatest minds and leaders in colon and rectal surgery, to learn new cutting-edge techniques, and to stay on the forefront of what’s new and innovative in the world of colon and rectal surgery. I took a phenomenal course in advanced endoscopy techniques to further enhance my skill in addressing those difficult polys and early cancers found on colonoscopy, [...]

Video: 9 Tips to Stay Healthy When Flying2019-02-05T20:15:32-05:00
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