Buffalo, NY (WKBW) – Colon cancer is the third leading cause of cancer and cancer deaths in the United States.
“The proportion of men and women in the U.S. is about one percent or one percent of the population,” said Dr. David Matson, director of the gastrointestinal program at Radio Medicine at the Roswell Park Comprehensive Cancer Center. However, the African American community has a 20% higher incidence of colorectal cancer. “
According to national guidelines, everyone should start colon screening by the age of 50, but Metson said risk takers should go first.
“Colorectal cancer screenings save lives,” he said.
Dr. Mattsson suggests having a colonoscopy or a home stool test. It suggests adaptation to healthy habits.
“Eat more fruits and vegetables,” he said.[less] Fatty foods and processed meats. “
It suggests exercise and not to abuse tobacco or alcohol.
“So it’s important to pay attention to those things to reduce the risk of getting colorectal cancer,” Mattis said.
Common signs of colorectal cancer include abdominal pain, blood in the stool, or inadvertent weight loss.
“So if you experience any of these symptoms, it would be appropriate to see your doctor and consider it,” he said.
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