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Calprotectin >1000 but normal sigmoidoscopy. is cancer of proximal colon more likely than ibd now? i have no symptoms other than constipation please help?

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Dr. Hunter Handsfield answered

Specializes in Infectious Disease

Cancer remains very unlikely at your age. But this forum is not where you should be seeking advice. Ask your doctor(s)!

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Answered 1/22/2023

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