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Is it likely that i have colon cancer if there is a family history of it?
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No: You are at somewhat higher risk if there is a family history especially in first degree relatives. The odds are still against you having or developing colon cancer. Having said that, you should be vigilant and get regular colonoscopies. If a first degree relative had colon cancer, your initial colonoscopy should be about 10 to 15 years prior to the age at which that person was diagnosed.
Answered 2/4/2017
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