Why does screening start at the age of 45?
Dr. Mitchell Kang is a board-certified gastroenterologist at Mid-Atlantic Permanente Medical Group. He sees patients at Kaiser He Permanente Caton Hill Medical Center. A few years ago, doctors told patients over the age of 50 that they should be tested for colon cancer. Right now, we’re telling patients over 45 to get screened. What is […]
Start screening at age 45 to prevent colorectal cancer, advice from UT Southwestern experts : Newsroom
The diagram shows polyps on the lining of the colon or large intestine. The structure of small polyps can change over time and become cancerous, a process that takes about 10 years. (Photo courtesy of Getty Images) DALLAS – June 6, 2023 – Colorectal cancer is on the rise among young people. According to the […]