A Patient's Guide to Colonoscopy
Colonoscopy tests are performed on patients for any number of reasons, mainly to determine if there is any presence of colon polyps, blockages, or colon cancer. After the age of 50, people should have one performed at least every ten years as a preventative measure and to check for any problems, since the risk of colon cancer increases after this age. If you're scheduled to have a colonoscopy, there are several things you should be aware of before the test date arrives.