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How to protect from intestinal cancer if runs in family?
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Regular examination: Familial cancers could be detected early with possible cure by regular examination by your physician, along with endoscopy , if necessory genetic studies ( entire family ) other factors like diet excercise , avoiding alcohol and smoking will play minor importent role.
Answered 10/14/2012
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