If this test finds polyps, you may need to have a colonoscopy.
The other tests can be performed less often because they are more likely to find polyps and cancers.
And if the scan finds polyps, they may need a traditional colonoscopy to cut them out.
It's important to continue to see your doctor and be tested regularly to help find any returning cancer or new polyps early.
Colon cancer screening can often find polyps before they become cancerous.
The beautiful thing about colonoscopy is that we can find polyps during the procedure and actually take them out.
Some screening tests find and remove polyps before they can turn into cancer.
With this test, the doctor can find polyps in the lower part of your colon and may be able to remove them.
It is best at finding larger polyps, which are the ones that are most likely to be troublesome.
These tests can find polyps in the colon before they turn into cancer.