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Colon resection for colon cancer

Removing the cancer by surgery gives you the best chance of being free of colon cancer.

Bowel cancer (colon and rectal cancer)

Bowel cancer is a common cancer, and early detection can increase the chance of successful treatment. Taking simple steps can help reduce your risk.

Colostomy

A colostomy is a surgery. It brings part of your colon (bowel) to the surface of your body to form an opening. Find out more about colostomies here.

Surgery for diverticular disease

Diverticular disease of the colon can cause pain and other serious problems. Surgery to remove the affected part of your bowel should prevent your symptoms from coming back.

Hemicolectomy

A hemicolectomy is an operation where a section of your large intestine is removed. It is usually done to treat a condition such as bowel cancer.

Getting a poo test: who and how often?

Bowel cancer more commonly occurs in older people, while rates of the deadly disease in younger people are going up. But whatever your age, it's important to know the warning signs and symptoms of bowel cancer. Learn more here.

Surgery for rectal cancer

Removing the cancer by surgery gives you the best chance of being free of rectal cancer.

Irritable bowel syndrome infographic

Explore this infographic to learn about how to deal with the symptoms of irritable bowel syndrome (IBS), and how you can prevent an attack of IBS.

Lynch syndrome

Lynch syndrome, formerly known as HNPCC, is a genetic condition that increases the risk of a person developing some cancers, such as bowel cancer.

Bowel obstruction

Bowel obstruction can cause serious health problems. If you have a bowel obstruction, you will usually need immediate treatment in hospital.

Low FODMAP diets

A low FODMAP diet reduces certain types of sugar that are fermented in your gut to reduce tummy pain and discomfort. Learn more about FODMAPs here.

Flatulence

Flatulence is the passing of air or gas from the intestine and through the anus, often accompanied by a sound and smell. Read more about flatulence.

Bloating

Bloating is when your tummy feels swollen. It‘s common, but if you feel bloated regularly, you should see your doctor. Learn more about bloating here.

Irritable bowel syndrome (IBS)

In irritable bowel syndrome (IBS), abdominal pain and change in bowel habits can impact your quality of life. Learn how to manage your symptoms.

Rectal bleeding

Rectal bleeding should be investigated by a health professional. You can learn more about the symptoms and causes of rectal bleeding here.

Colonoscopy (child)

A colonoscopy is usually a safe and effective way of finding out if your child has a problem with their large bowel.

Benign tumours

Links to our information partners articles about benign tumours.

Gastrointestinal illnesses

Gastrointestinal illnesses are very common. Some may last for only a day or two; others are long term. Learn here about their causes, symptoms and treatments.

Malabsorption syndromes

Malabsorption syndrome refers to several disorders that affect someone’s ability to absorb nutrients from their food.

Blood in stool

Blood in your stool (poo) can indicate a serious problem. Find out more about the causes of blood in your poo and what you should do about it.

Crohn's disease

Crohn's disease is a type of inflammatory bowel disease. Find out what causes Crohn’s disease, and about the symptoms and treatment.

Upper GI endoscopy and colonoscopy

An upper GI endoscopy and colonoscopy is usually a safe and effective way of finding out if there is a problem with your digestive system.

Inflammatory bowel disease (IBD)

Inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) describes 2 main conditions, Crohn's disease and ulcerative colitis, which both cause inflammation in the bowel.

Ulcerative colitis

Ulcerative colitis (UC) is a type of inflammatory bowel disease. Read all about the symptoms of UC, when to see your doctor and types of treatments.

Closure of loop colostomy

Surgery to join the two ends of your large bowel back together should allow you to open your bowels in the normal way. You will no longer need a stoma bag.

Constipation

Constipation is difficulty passing stools or infrequent bowel movements. Find out when to see your doctor and how to treat constipation.

Colonoscopy

During a colonoscopy, a tube is inserted into the anus to view the inside of the large bowel to help diagnose or treat some medical conditions.

Polyps

Polyps are growths on an organ in your body. Most are benign, but some may become malignant. Explore causes, diagnosis and prevention tips here.

Flexible sigmoidoscopy

A flexible sigmoidoscopy is usually a safe and effective way of finding out if there is a problem with the lower part of your large bowel.

Reversal of Hartmann's Procedure

Reversal of Hartmann’s procedure will allow you to open your bowels in the normal way. You will no longer need a stoma bag.

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Colon resection for colon cancer

Bowel cancer (colon and rectal cancer)

Colostomy

Surgery for diverticular disease

Hemicolectomy

Getting a poo test: who and how often?

Surgery for rectal cancer

Irritable bowel syndrome infographic

Lynch syndrome

Bowel obstruction

Low FODMAP diets

Flatulence

Bloating

Irritable bowel syndrome (IBS)

Rectal bleeding

Colonoscopy (child)

Benign tumours

Gastrointestinal illnesses

Malabsorption syndromes

Blood in stool

Crohn's disease

Upper GI endoscopy and colonoscopy

Inflammatory bowel disease (IBD)

Ulcerative colitis

Closure of loop colostomy

Constipation

Colonoscopy

Polyps

Flexible sigmoidoscopy

Reversal of Hartmann's Procedure

Medicine info: Brand names

Life stage

Colon resection for colon cancer

Bowel cancer (colon and rectal cancer)

Colostomy

Surgery for diverticular disease

Hemicolectomy

Getting a poo test: who and how often?

Surgery for rectal cancer

Irritable bowel syndrome infographic

Lynch syndrome

Bowel obstruction

Low FODMAP diets

Flatulence

Bloating

Irritable bowel syndrome (IBS)

Rectal bleeding

Colonoscopy (child)

Benign tumours

Gastrointestinal illnesses

Malabsorption syndromes

Blood in stool

Crohn's disease

Upper GI endoscopy and colonoscopy

Inflammatory bowel disease (IBD)

Ulcerative colitis

Closure of loop colostomy

Constipation

Colonoscopy

Polyps

Flexible sigmoidoscopy

Reversal of Hartmann's Procedure

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