One of the North's leading Gastroenterologists, Doctor Stephen Fairley and his professional team have been instrumental in the provision of endoscopy services to the people of Northern Queensland .
Using state of the art equipment in a caring and relaxed environment, Dr. Fairley provides screening for the early detection of bowel cancers, coeliac disease and possible oesophagitis. Minimum time is spent at the surgery as most of the pre-op preparations are done at home prior to the procedure.
Townsville Day Surgery, along with Dr. Fairley, provides the revolutionary capsule endoscopy, known as “pill-cam”, providing a valuable aid in the early detection and diagnosis of unexplained anaemia.
BOWEL CANCER SCREENING
Bowel cancer is the most common cause of cancer-related death in non smoking males in Australia , and the second highest in women.
Colonoscopy is a safe, and the most effective, investigation used in the early detection and prevention of bowel cancer. It is recommended in the United States that all people over 50 undergo colonoscopy screening. In Europe it is recommended for all those over 55.
The warning signs and risks of possible
bowel cancer include:
- Family history of bowel cancer.
- Family history of bowel polyps.
- Bleeding from the bowel.
- Change in bowel habit.
- Abdominal pain.
If you are at all concerned about your own risk for bowel cancer, please discuss this with your GP. For more details on screening colonoscopy contact us.
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