Frequently Asked Questions

How do I Stop Polyps - Before they go bad?

1. Know your risk?
   Personal risk for colon cancer varies. Can you answer yes to any of the following questions?
   • Are you 50 or older?
   • Are you of African American or Ashkenazi Jewish heritage?
   • Has a doctor ever told you that you have inflammatory bowel disease, ulcerative colitis, or Crohn's disease?
   • Has one of your parents or your brother, sister, or child had colon cancer or colon polyps?
   • Do you smoke or use other tobacco products?
   • Are you physically inactive - not getting regular exercise?
   • Do you often eat red meat?
   If you answered yes to any of these questions, you are at increased risk for colon cancer.
2. Talk with your doctor.
3. Get tested.

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