If you are screened early enough and the polyps are detected, they are immediately excised and biopsied. Because the colonoscopies are uncomfortable for most people, there are many missed opportunities to reduce the occurrence of this disease. Don’t be a statistic! If you’re 50 with no family history, it’s time to get your colonoscopy. If you DO have a family history, you need to start by age 40. And please, be on the lookout for these other symptoms that may otherwise be overlooked and discuss with your doctor:
5 Unusual Signs Of Colon Cancer Folks Accidentally Ignore For Years
Here are the signs you should lookout for but to learn more about these sugns and how to prevent colon cancer please see the source article in the link above:
1. Cramps
2. Fatigue
3. Sudden Weight Loss
4. Irregular Bowel Movements
5. Bloody Stool