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I've had 3 colonoscopies over the last 15 years. all negative. no polyps. non-smoker, non-drinker, normal weight. my mom died from colon cancer in 1997. smoked 20yr, avg. drinker, obese, bad diet. last screening 2016. how many years before next one?
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A negative colonoscopy is good for 10 years. So you can wait but should have a repeat test in 2025/26. Of course if you have any symptoms like rectal bleeding or Anemia, that is an indication for repeating this test sooner than 10 years of gap.
Answered 9/14/2022
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Agree with Dr. L. An additional precaution you may take would be to get a FIT test once a year. Wish you good health!
Answered 9/14/2022
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