Fact Sheets

Gastrointestinal Polyposis Syndromes
A group of syndromes characterized by the presence of numerous polyps in the colon, rectum, and/or other parts of the GI tract. People with GI polyposis syndromes are at increased risk for colorectal cancer and, in some cases, stomach cancer or cancers in other parts of the body.
Lynch syndrome
Lynch syndrome is an inherited genetic disorder linked to an increased risk of developing cancer earlier in life. Learn about symptoms and treatment.
Neoplasm (Tumor)
Neoplasms or tumors refer to any growth that develops inside or on the body. Learn about symptoms and treatment.
Colonoscopy
Colonoscopy is a procedure that uses an endoscope to examine the inside of the large intestine. Learn more about this procedure.
Ulcerative Colitis
Ulcerative colitis is characterized by chronic swelling and sores in the colon that cause bleeding, diarrhea, and abdominal pain. Learn about symptoms and treatment.
Gastrointestinal Cancers
Gastrointestinal cancers occur when DNA changes cause malignant (cancerous) cells to grow along the gastrointestinal tract. Learn about symptoms and treatment.
Colorectal Polyps
A colorectal polyp is an abnormal but often benign growth that forms on the inner (mucosal) wall of the colon or rectum. Learn about symptoms and treatment.
Cancer Screening
Cancer screening is any method of looking for cancer before it causes symptoms and may be easier to treat.
Gastroenteritis
Condition marked by inflammation of the stomach and intestines.
Inflammatory Bowel Disease
Inflammatory bowel disease is the umbrella term for two conditions that cause chronic inflammation within the digestive system: ulcerative colitis and Crohn’s disease.