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A member asked:
Should i worry about getting colon cancer or stomach cancer at 22? i have.no.family history of them
11 doctors weighed in across 3 answers
Not necessarily: If there is no fam hx of getting colon or stomach ca at young ages (below 50), i wouldn't worry as much. Minimize smoking and binge drinking because certain autoimmune conditions without known causes (crohn's, uc, etc) can inc risk of colon cancer. There have been reports where the conditions are more likely with chronic inflammation which high levels of drinking can cause. Enjoy your 20s!
Answered 9/23/2016
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No.: Out of all the things to worry about in the world, colon or stomach cancer at your age without any family history should not be one of them. This is the time to exercise daily, eat well, not smoke or drink excessively - those things will help keep your risk of cancers down.
Answered 3/26/2013
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It is quite a low : Risk at your age, especially if you do not smoke or drink alcohol in excess.
Answered 11/26/2013
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