Cabbage, a member of the cruciferous family of vegetables, contains a variety of compounds that inhibit or prevent certain forms of cancer, according to the University of Maryland Medical Center. Selenium- and sulfur-containing compounds in these...
The sigmoid colon is the part of the large intestine that's closest to a person's rectum and anus. The sigmoid colon is about 16 inches long and usually lies within the pelvic bowl. Certain colon diseases can affect the sigmoid colon and cause...
Breast cancer, lung cancer and prostate cancer are just three types of cancers among many. Although the severity and locations of these cancers vary, the foundation for treatment does not waiver because three common types of treatment are used. In...
When considering your risk for developing breast or colon cancer, you may be concerned about your diet. Diets that are high in saturated fats and low in fiber may make you more likely to develop cancer. Red meat is often high in saturated fat, and...
Cancer of the colon is the third-leading cause of cancer-related deaths in the United States. Colon and colorectal cancers start in the large intestine or rectum and can spread, or metastasize to other parts of the body. Researchers are looking at...
