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Colorectal Cancer

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Colorectal Cancer Prevention

Prevention of colorectal cancer includes:

Stop smoking.
Avoid exposure to secondary smoke.
Eat a healthy heart diet:

Calcium supplements:

As directed by your doctor

Weight loss if you are overweight
Ask your doctor if you are a candidate for daily aspirin therapy:

Some studies have shown that it can reduce the risk of colon polyps in those who have previously had colon cancer.

Early detection strategies are considered to be very important:

Annual digital rectal examination if you are over 40 years old
Sigmoidoscopy or colonoscopy every 3-5 years if you are over the age of 50

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Last Updated: Mar 23, 2008 References

Authors: Stephen J. Schueler, MD; John H. Beckett, MD; D. Scott Gettings, MD

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