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I have some symptoms like bleeding and narrow stool, how big are the chances to have bowel/rectal cancer? no family history, no tobacco. 18 yrs old

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Dr. Robert Wilson answered

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Low: Although cancer rates of the bowel or rectum are low in young people, bleeding indicates some problem and you should see a primary care physician for evaluation.

Answered 3/22/2020

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A member asked:

I have some symptoms like bleeding and narrow stool, how big are the chances to have bowel/rectal cancer? no family history, no tobacco. 18 yrs old

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Robert Wilson answered

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