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Not exactly. Bowel is all the intestines, both small and large; technically, colon is just the large intestine from cecum to rectum. This is according to www.onelook.com, which has valid dictionaries.
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∙ 11y ago
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∙ 10y ago"Intestines" is a general term, the "colon" is a specific term for part of the intestines.
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Do men have the same bowel as women?
Yes, men and women have the same bowel, or colon. The large intestine, or colon, for anyone is about five feet long and three inches around.
Is Pancreatic cancer the same as bowl cancer?
No they are not the same. Bowel cancer can start in the large bowel (which includes the colon and rectum) or the small bowel. Situated in the upper half of the abdomen, the pancreas is part of the digestive system. For more straightforward information on pacreatic and bowel cancer visit the related links below.
What is the difference between bowel and colon?
they are pretty much the same thing but the "bowels" are the lay mans term to the combination of the large intestine and small intestine the colon is the anatomical name of the large intestine.
What is the common name for the colon?
The word Colon is often used instead of the term Bowel or Large Intestine.
Where is colitis located?
It usually starts in the distal colon - the rectum, but can involve all the colon (large bowel).
Where does the human bowel movement come from?
The human bowel movement typically begins in the intestines. The bowel movement then moves through the colon and finally out of the sphincter.
What bowel diseases?
The most frequent issues with the bowel or colon, affect the colon's ability to work properly. Disease of the colon are colorectal cancer, colonic polyps, ulcerative colitis, diverticulitis and IBS or irritable bowel syndrome.
What procedure are colon tubes usually used for?
A colon tube is usually used in a colonoscopy procedure to allow the camera to be inserted into the body. A colonsocopy allows the large bowel and parts of the small bowel to be examined.
Show location of appendix?
The appendix is located at the bottom of the ascending colon, just below where the small bowel joins with the colon.
What's Bowel cancer?
Bowel cancer is another name for cancer of the colon or small intestines. It is treatable but can be very dangerous if not treated.
Does a colonoscopy view the sigmoid colon?
Yes. A colonoscopy views the entire colon. It passes from the anus to the rectum, sigmoid colon, descending colon, transverse colon, ascending colon and on occasion may look at the distal part of the small bowel as well.
What is the sigmoid colon wall?
The sigmoid colon refers to the lower portion of the colon. In people who have diverticulitis, the sigmoid colon walls will develop pouches which trap food. This causes intestinal pain and bowel problems.
