Colonoscopy – Scan For Colon Cancer
| Many cancers can be detected early with screenings. A colonoscopy allows your doctor to actually see any unhealthy changes in your lower bowel. A Fecal Ocult Blood Test is done to detect the presence of blood in stool. A Digital Rectal Exam can detect growths or abnormal areas in your lower bowel. When done as recommended, these screenings are helpful in the early detection of colon cancer.
This brochure has information about colonoscopy. |
| Colonoscopy |
| If you are |
Recommendation |
| Not at high risk |
Every 5 years starting at age 50 |
| At high risk: You have a family history of colon cancer. |
As your physician recommends |
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| Fecal Ocult Blood Test |
| If you are |
Recommendation |
| Not at high risk |
As your physician recommends |
| At high risk: You have a family history of colon cancer. |
As your physician recommends |
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| Digital Rectal Exam |
| If you are |
Recommendation |
| Not at high risk |
Yearly starting at age 40 |
| At high risk: You have a family history of colon cancer. |
Yearly starting at age 40 |
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