Category: Cancer Detection

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Can a CT Scan Detect Colon Cancer?

If your doctor has recommended colon cancer screening or you’re experiencing symptoms like abdominal pain, changes in bowel habits or unexplained weight loss, a CT scan can help get you the answers you...

June 12, 2026 – 9 min read
A CT tech leads a patient through a CT angriogram.

How Long Does CT Angiography Take?

If your doctor has ordered CT angiography, understanding what to expect can help you feel prepared before your appointment. Angiography is a type of imaging that gives doctors a detailed look at your...

June 2, 2026 – 8 min read
A patient talks with her doctor about getting a CT scan to help detect cancer.

How Accurate Is a CT Scan for Cancer?

A CT scan, or computed tomography scan, is one of the most detailed and widely used imaging tools available for detecting and monitoring cancer. CT scans are highly accurate for finding many types...

May 29, 2026 – 10 min read

How does my doctor use a CT scan to detect cancer?

You might start to worry when your doctor recommends a CT scan to see if you might have cancer. But don’t worry just yet. There’s still a lot for your medical team to...

November 6, 2023 – 19 min read

How is an MRI used to detect brain tumors?

Your doctor thinks it would be a good idea for you to get an MRI to make sure you don’t have a brain tumor. We understand how intimidating and stressful this might be...

November 1, 2023 – 14 min read

How Preventive Screenings Can Save Money and Provide Peace of Mind

Between the holidays, the end of the school semester, and trying to get in last-minute medical appointments before your deductible resets, the end of the year is hectic for everyone. As you’re looking...

November 10, 2022 – 4 min read

Understanding Cancer of the Breast Milk Ducts

When you think about breast cancer, you probably think about cancer affecting the breast tissue. But you may not be as familiar with cancer of the breast milk ducts, also known as ductal...

November 8, 2021 – 3 min read

What Is a Lung Nodule?

Lung nodules (pulmonary nodules) are abnormal masses that develop in one or both lungs. On a CT scan or chest X-ray, lung nodules—which are denser than normal lung tissue—will appear as white spots...

August 30, 2021 – 3 min read

Breast Cancer in Young Women

During young adulthood, it is easy to feel invincible. However, women of all ages are at risk for breast cancer. If you have risk factors that increase your likelihood of developing breast cancer,...

February 25, 2021 – 3 min read