Medical Minute: How to prevent colorectal cancer
Colorectal cancer, a cancer of the lower GI tract, is the third-most common cancer diagnosed in both men and women in the United States, according to the American Cancer Society. While many know that colonoscopies can be utilized to help with the diagnosis of already existing colon cancers, what they don’t know is that colonoscopies can help to prevent the development of colorectal cancer, too.
In this quick Medical Minute, gastroenterologist Andre Eaddy, MD, explained the importance of colon cancer screenings like colonoscopies, which help detect benign or precancerous colon polyps that can be removed before problems develop.
Dr. Eaddy also spoke on what symptoms of colon cancer to watch for and when to call a doctor.
Which colon cancer screening is right for you?
Getting a colorectal cancer screening on time helps find and treat cancer early. Talk to your primary care provider to discuss your screening options and obtain a referral.
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