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Life With Familial Polyposis: Diagnosis, Symptoms, & Treatment

Life With Familial Polyposis: Diagnosis, Symptoms, & Treatment

Living with familial polyposis can be challenging. From the symptoms of familial adenomatous polyposis, to the constant FAP treatment needed to prevent colon cancer from developing, it's something you'll have to stay on top of for the rest of your life. So let's talk about how to deal with it.

What Is A Colectomy?

What Is A Colectomy?

Also known as a bowel resection or colon resection, a colectomy is a surgical procedure during which part of your bowel is removed. Learn what happens during a colectomy, why a colectomy is done, and what life after a colectomy will be like!