It might be time for a colonoscopy if you are age 45 or older or have a family history of colon cancer. Colonoscopies are also helpful in diagnosing the cause of gastrointestinal problems, such as ulcerative colitis or Crohn’s disease. The experienced gastroenterologists at Riverdale Gastroenterology & Liver Diseases in Bronx, NY, can determine if it’s time for a colonoscopy. The Colonoscopy Procedure A colonoscopy is a non-surgical procedure for examining the lining of the colon. The procedure allows the gastroenterologist to view the interior of the colon and check for polyps and other abnormalities that could be an indication
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