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Is years chronic constipation an alert to have a colonoscopy earlier then recommended age with no family history of colon cancer?

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Chronic constipation alone is not an indication for earlier colon cancer screening. Depending on severity of dysfunction or other associated signs/symptoms, a doctor may order a diagnostic colonoscopy to see what is going on, but that is different than ordering a colonoscopy specifically to screen for colon cancer.

Answered 3/10/2022

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You should get colonoscopy at ten years before the youngest age at which a close relative got colon cancer. Constipation per se is not an indication for early colonoscopy. You may take a fiber laxative like Metamucil and drink enough water daily so that your urine is colorless. For the long term you may try to increase your intake of fiber foods.

Answered 3/12/2022

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