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Reduce your risk for colorectal cancer
Colorectal cancer is a formidable
foe. According to the U.S.
Centers for Disease Control
and Prevention, colorectal cancer
is the second leading cancer killer
in the United States. Colorectal cancer
is similarly lethal in Canada,
where the Canadian Cancer Society
reports it is the second leading
cause of cancer death in men and
the third leading among women.
Some risks for colorectal cancer
are beyond an individual’s control.
For example, the Canadian Cancer
Society notes that a personal or
family history of polyps in the colon,
rectum, or both significantly
increases a person’s risk of developing
colorectal cancer. Lynch syndrome,
a condition caused by gene
mutations, causes polyps to develop
in the lining of the colon, rectum,
or both. Since Lynch syndrome is
inherited, there is nothing men and
women can do to reduce their risk
of developing it.
Research into colorectal cancer
is ongoing, making it difficult for
doctors to say certain behaviors or
approaches are certain to reduce a
person’s risk of developing the disease.
But there are certain things
individuals can do that might help
save them from falling victim to
colorectal cancer:
Get screened. The Centers for
Disease Control and Prevention
notes that colorectal cancer usually
begins when polyps form in the
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colon or rectum. If they go undetected,
these polyps may turn into
cancer. Screening can detect polyps
early so they are found before they
develop into cancer. The U.S. Preventive
Services Task Force recommends
colorectal cancer screening
using high-sensitivity fecal occult
blood testing, sigmoidoscopy, or
colonoscopy for men and women between
the ages of 50 and 75.
Embrace physical activity.
While men and women who are physically
active can still get colorectal
cancer, the Canadian Cancer Society
notes that people who live sedentary
lifestyles are at a higher risk
of developing the disease than those
who are active.
Maintain a healthy weight. According
to the Canadian Cancer Society,
people who are overweight or
obese have greater incidence rates
of colorectal cancer than those who
maintain healthy weights. It also
notes that men with a high body
mass index seem to be most at risk
of developing colorectal cancer.
Limit alcohol consumption.
The Centers for Disease Control
and Prevention notes that some
studies have shown that limiting
alcohol consumption may reduce a
person’s risk of developing colorectal
cancer.
Colorectal cancer is a devastating
disease, but men and women
who embrace healthy behaviors
may be able to lower their risks.
Studies have shown that a diet high in red meat increases a person’s risk for colorectal
cancer.