Screening

Lindsey · 06-03-2008, 03:57 PM

I read that Colon Cancer screening starts at age 50. Would anyone recommend getting screened earlier in life than 50?

Andi · 06-13-2008, 01:45 PM

I think if you have a family history of colon cancer or ulcerative colitis, your doctor may want to start screening earlier

ryma_anne · 12-01-2009, 03:30 AM

All adults should undergo colon cancer screening beginning at age 50 or earlier, depending upon your risk of developing colorectal cancer. Several tests are currently available, each of which has advantages and disadvantages. The optimal screening test depends upon your preferences and your risk of developing colon cancer.

Colon health, Colon Cleansing

06-03-2008, 03:57 PM	#1
Lindsey Administrator Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: Oklahoma Posts: 118	Screening I read that Colon Cancer screening starts at age 50. Would anyone recommend getting screened earlier in life than 50?

12-01-2009, 03:30 AM	#3
ryma_anne Junior Member Join Date: Nov 2009 Posts: 6	All adults should undergo colon cancer screening beginning at age 50 or earlier, depending upon your risk of developing colorectal cancer. Several tests are currently available, each of which has advantages and disadvantages. The optimal screening test depends upon your preferences and your risk of developing colon cancer. Colon health, Colon Cleansing Last edited by ryma_anne; 12-01-2009 at 03:33 AM.

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06-13-2008, 01:45 PM	#2
Andi Administrator Join Date: May 2008 Posts: 93	I think if you have a family history of colon cancer or ulcerative colitis, your doctor may want to start screening earlier