Diagnosis of Colon Cancer
Dr. Eduardo Ruan, Gastroenterologist with Baptist Health South Florida, says the American Cancer Society recommends starting colon screenings at age 45 if you are at increased risk, but other societies say the recommended age is 50.
He also explains there is an increase in cases they are detecting in patients at an early age. "We don't know the explanation for this but we are seeing an increase in frequency of cases. This has prompted the American Cancer Society to change recommendations."
