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COLON CANCER:

 

 screening guidelines

 

 

 

 

 

Saint John's Health Center believes early detection is imperative to the successful treatment of colon cancer; the more advanced the cancer the harder it is to treat effectively. Screening tests can help find colon cancer early.  It is recommended that women should begin regular colon cancer screening at age 50.

Screening Guidelines

 

  • Fecal occult blood testing every year

 

  • Rectal exam every year

 

  • Colonoscopy every 5-10 years

More frequent or earlier screening may be recommended if a woman is at high risk for colon cancer.  To get a complete list of age-appropriate screening guidelines for women, download the Passport to Women’s Health.