What Is Colon Cancer?
6. Is Colon Cancer Deadly?
Colon cancer is second only to lung cancer in terms of cancer-related deaths. It’s also one of the easiest forms of cancer to detect. Like many other types of cancer, colon cancer is most curable if it is detected and treated in its earliest stages.
Regular colonoscopies are recommended by most doctors for people over age 45. If you have risk factors for the disease, you may want to receive a colonoscopy even earlier. If your initial colonoscopy shows no signs of cancer, you may not need to get another one for 10 years. However, once you each age 75, you should talk to your doctor about the need for more frequent screenings. Your doctor will help you set up a colonoscopy schedule based on your unique situation and health history.
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