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A member asked:
How fast does colon cancer progress? dad (50 years old)was recommended colonoscopy 8 months ago. he never went. little bit worried.
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Varies: On average, it takes about 10 years from the initiation of damage to invasive colon cancer, but there is considerable variation. Your dad my not have colon cancer, Colonoscopy is for early detection and prevention of colon cancer and it is a good idea for your dad to have it done.
Answered 11/28/2017
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