Colorectal Cancer Screening Options | Arielle Kanters, MD

According to the American Cancer Society, colorectal cancer is the third most common cancer diagnosed in both men and women in the U.S. That’s why regular screenings are so important: Early detection of any problems, including potentially cancerous polyps, is vital. However, with so many screening choices available—including colonoscopies and at-home tests—which is best? Arielle Kanters, MD takes you through the various colorectal cancer screening options and shares what you can expect.

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[sandrarynne]

Would have like you to ask why insurance companies don't cover DNA Stool Testing? $525., they don't cover CT scan that was mention for colon sceening. $3000., Colaguard test, only cover every 3 years on insurance or $600. I have really good Insurance BCBS. Also, But if somebody has a compromised immune system and is worried about Infection from a regular colonoscopy. Can your Doctor write a script for The CT scan one? The uncomfortableness from a regular colonosity is not the problem, it's the risk that's scary to most people.

[expatiate]

I won't have a colonoscopy because it is invasive and I have no one to take me and they won't let me drive myself. Can't stomach the prep it comes right back up. Would be willing to do non invasive test but can't get one done. Surgeon won't do anything without anesthesia as I have blood vessel disease and he said he doesn't want to watch me conscious that I am dying if they would hit a blood vessel.