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I don't have a family history of cancer but i was worried about whether i have colorectal cancer. so what are my chances of getting colorectal cancer?
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Under age: 50, about 4/100, 000. After age 50, it goes up sharply. Unless you have ulcerative colitis, multiple polyps, or any condition that increases your chances, you don't need to have a conlonscopy until age 50.
Answered 9/28/2016
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