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Webinar: Screening and Prevention for Colon Cancer

Wed, Mar 25, 2015
12:00pm to 1:00pm ET

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Mayo Clinic gastroenterologist, Paul J. Limburg, M.D. discusses information on colon cancer prevention and screening methods. A live question and answer session followed his presentation.

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Soledad Andrade | @soledadandrade | Apr 10, 2015
In reply to @srec "I'm 79 years old. Both of my parents had CRC and my mother died of it..." + (show)
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I'm 79 years old. Both of my parents had CRC and my mother died of it at 82. At my last colonoscopy, I was told that because I was over 75, I didn't need any more screenings. I don't understand his reasoning. Please comment.

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Some professional groups, such as the US Preventive Services Task Force, have recommended that colorectal cancer screening can be stopped after age 75 years for average risk persons. However, individual circumstances (family history, personal history, etc.) should be taken into account. Please discuss your risk profile with your doctor to better understand the potential risks and benefits of continued colorectal cancer screening. Paul Limburg MD

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