Colon Cancer in Women: Symptoms You Shouldn’t Ignore
Colon cancer is one of the most common cancers worldwide, yet many women may not recognize its early warning signs. Symptoms can often be mistaken for common digestive issues, menstrual discomfort, or stress-related changes in the body. Unfortunately, this delay in recognition can impact early detection and treatment. Understanding how colon cancer presents in women—and […]
Uniting for Colorectal Cancer Awareness: Messages from the G&L Surgical Team
March marks Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month—a time when communities worldwide unite to shine a spotlight on this prevalent yet often preventable disease. At G&L Surgical Clinic, this month holds special significance as we rally behind the cause, advocating for awareness, prevention, and support. Join us on this journey as we share why colorectal cancer awareness […]
Why are more millennials getting colorectal cancer despite healthy lifestyles? Should you get a colonoscopy?
Article first published on Channel News Asia Say what you will of millennials but you’ve got to hand it to them for single-handedly popularising TikTok, avocado toast and Taylor Swift. The Class of 1981-1996 (between 28 and 43 years old) has also graduated with honours for successfully sliding millennial slang into the DMs that have […]
Colorectal Cancer Awareness: Lifestyle Factors and Strategies to Reduce Colon Cancer Risk
Colorectal cancer is a daunting global health challenge, ranking as the third most prevalent cancer worldwide. Additionally, the World Health Organization (WHO) predicts a growing trend, with over 35 million new cancer cases by the year 2050. While colorectal cancer is the third most common cancer in men and the second in women, it is […]
8 Common Conditions Detected Through A Gastroscopy
A gastroscopy is a diagnostic procedure that provides our doctor with the opportunity to take a close look at the lining of your stomach and oesophagus. Gastroscopies are often used to help identify common gastrointestinal conditions, such as GERD, Barrett’s Oesophagus, bleeding ulcers, and more. This article will focus on the 8 most common conditions […]
10 Common Conditions Detected Through A Colonoscopy
A colonoscopy is one of the most important procedures that you can get done. It is considered one of the preferred methods of colorectal cancer screening, and can detect cancer at an early stage when it is most treatable. If colorectal cancer is found, a colonoscopy can also be used to determine the extent of […]
Colonoscopy – Is It True or False?
As one of the Top 3 cancers amongst men and women, colorectal cancer is one of the most frequently diagnosed forms of cancers that affects adults in Singapore. Surprisingly, not everyone knows that colorectal cancer is also one of the most preventable cancers in the world, and screening through colonoscopy can easily detect and treat […]
The Importance of Gastrointestinal Cancer Screening
In the evolving world of medicine, proactive steps often determine the outcome of health concerns. One area that has seen a marked increase in attention is gastrointestinal cancer screening. Our gut is a vast system, and, like any other part of our body, it’s susceptible to diseases. While discussions about cancer are often shrouded in […]
Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month: Know The 10 Early Signs Of Colorectal Cancer
March is Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month, and it is important to raise awareness of this disease in Singapore. Colorectal cancer is the most common cancer among men and the second most common cancer among women in Singapore, accounting for 18.2% of all cancer cases in the country. Despite being highly treatable when detected early, colorectal […]
What You Should Know About H. Pylori
Have you ever had a bad stomach ache that just wouldn’t go away no matter what you did? Or do you feel bloated all the time, even when you haven’t had anything to eat? You may be dealing with an infection called H. Pylori, one of the most common bacterial infections in humans around the […]
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