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Causes And Risk Factors For Colorectal Cancer

Colorectal cancer is also known as colon cancer, bowel cancer, or rectal cancer. It is the second leading cause of cancer death in women and third for men. The good news is that due to improvements in both screening and treatments, and although the death rate is falling, it is still important for everyone to be knowledgeable about the causes and risk factors for colorectal cancer.

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Why African Americans Are At Greater Risk Of Colon Cancer

Did you know that African Americans in the US are at a higher risk of developing colon cancer? If you are surprised, you are not alone. Recently we lost the actor Chadwick Boseman to colon cancer at age 43, and many were shocked, but it highlights the grim fact that black people are at greater risk of colon cancer. Let’s find out why such an otherwise healthy man may have succumbed to this disease.

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Signs You May Need To Schedule A Colonoscopy

Yes, you have heard recently that younger adults are getting colon cancer. The numbers are rising at a rapid rate, like 51% since 1994. You may also know that the American Cancer Society now recommends screenings should start at age 45, even for those with average risk. In addition, not only are more younger people in their thirties and forties being diagnosed, but more are dying. If this is not enough to encourage you to schedule your screening, here are additional signs you may need to schedule a colonoscopy.

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How To Spot Early Symptoms Of Colon Cancer

Colorectal cancer is the third most diagnosed cancer in both men and women and the second leading cause of death in the US. Although it takes 5 -10 years for a polyp to become cancerous, it seems younger adults are becoming more susceptible to this cancer than they once were. Colon cancer is no longer a disease of older adults. No matter your age, you are wise to consider how to spot early symptoms of colon cancer.

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