Learn about home screening tests used to check for colorectal cancer. You will be introduced to the two types of fecal occult blood tests; the guaiac fecal occult blood test and the fecal immunochemical test, as well as a stool DNA test.
Learn about the different components of the ostomy pouch system, the difference between a one piece and two piece system and choosing the system that is most comfortable for you.
During an appendectomy, the surgeon removed your appendix. In some cases, you may take antibiotics first. But most people will need to have their appendix taken out right away.