Colonoscopy prep typically involves changing your diet a few days beforehand and taking liquid or pill laxatives that cause diarrhea to completely empty the bowels. While uncomfortable, this is a ...

Colonoscopy prep is complete when your poop is light yellow without dark particles. If your stool isn't the right color after completing the preparation, contact your doctor. Follow a clear liquid ...

A new study conducted by gastroenterologists at the Washington University School of Medicine in St. Louis indicates poor preparation by patients for a colonoscopy may lead to doctors missing ...

Journal Editorial Report: The week’s best and worst from Kim Strassel, Allysia Finley and Kyle Peterson. I’m on day three of my colonoscopy preparation. You read that right. Day three. Had this been ...

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. "Colonoscopy is considered the gold-standard when screening for colorectal cancer," says gastroenterologist Dr. Brian McGee, MD.

How to prep for your colonoscopy during colorectal cancer awareness month plus more health and wellness tips from this week.