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Factors Contributing to the Rise in Colon Cancer
Lifestyle Factors
Diet: High-fat, low-fiber diets, particularly those rich in processed and red meats, are linked to increased colon cancer risk. A diet low in fruits and vegetables may also contribute.
Obesity: Higher body weight is associated with a greater risk of developing colon cancer. Sedentary lifestyles further exacerbate this risk.
Alcohol Consumption: Increased alcohol intake has been identified as a significant risk factor for colorectal cancer.
Environmental Influences
Gut Microbiome Changes: Alterations in gut bacteria, possibly due to diet and antibiotic use, may increase cancer risk by causing inflammation and DNA damage.
Toxins and Pollutants: Exposure to environmental toxins, such as PFAs and microplastics, may disrupt gut health and contribute to cancer development.
Genetic and Biological Factors
Genetic Conditions: While about 20% of early-onset colon cancer cases are linked to hereditary syndromes, most cases occur in individuals without a family history.
Age: Although colon cancer is more common in older adults, the incidence among younger populations is rising, with significant increases noted in those under 50.
Summary of Key Statistics
Age GroupRisk of Colon Cancer (per 100,000)
20s2.3
30s6.4
40s19.2
These factors collectively contribute to the alarming rise in colon cancer rates, particularly among younger adults. Awareness and early detection are crucial for improving outcomes.

Wikipedia
Mayo Clinic
 
Non.Nisi.Te said:
Rising incidence of colon cancer is crazy. I'm a nurse at a cancer center, colorectal cancer is one of the most commonly diagnosed and the number of patients in their 40s or even 30s seems to be growing every year.

Shitty as it is, I'm planning to start screening at 35
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What sort of symptoms seem to be the most common in the 30-40 year old patients? Do most folks say "I had no idea until I found blood in my stool" or are there some less obvious symptoms that are indicative sooner?
 
And folks, please remember that ‘the box’ screening does not detect polyps (where most colon cancer starts). Yes, most polyps are benign, but they can be removed during screening colonoscopy and sent for pathology. Cutting out a pre-cancerous polyp can be life saving and the patient won’t even notice due to sedation.

Seeing someone die from colon cancer is not a nice thing. Being pro-active is much better than reactive.
 
beeinak said:
And folks, please remember that ‘the box’ screening does not detect polyps (where most colon cancer starts). Yes, most polyps are benign, but they can be removed during screening colonoscopy and sent for pathology. Cutting out a pre-cancerous polyp can be life saving and the patient won’t even notice due to sedation.

Seeing someone die from colon cancer is not a nice thing. Being pro-active is much better than reactive.
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Yea have seen it once so far and possibly seeing it again. Horrible
 
beeinak said:
And folks, please remember that ‘the box’ screening does not detect polyps (where most colon cancer starts). Yes, most polyps are benign, but they can be removed during screening colonoscopy and sent for pathology. Cutting out a pre-cancerous polyp can be life saving and the patient won’t even notice due to sedation.

Seeing someone die from colon cancer is not a nice thing. Being pro-active is much better than reactive.
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3 years ago my Dr. removed 3. Forgot the term used but they were pre cancerous. I had already changed my diet and stopped drinking (every day at least 6 beers on up). Fast food almost every day as well.
Yesterday had some diverticuli ( not diverticulitis) which I may have had last time but no polyps. I stay away from processed foods and sugar. I don’t eat perfectly but mostly decent. Was very glad no polyps or worse were found.

Every time I see my landlord he’s eating McDonalds and doesn’t look that healthy. In his 80s and had his 3rd colonoscopy before Christmas.
He has 1 every 10yrs. He has no issues at all.
His sister never had a colonoscopy and died of colon cancer.
Who knows for sure 🧐
 
Nathan the Machinist said:
Microplastics!
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I think it’s related to the ever increasing percentage of people who don’t buy raw groceries and cook.

I know more than a few people in their 20s and even 40s and 50s, who only buy cooked food, or processed crap.

It’s funny/sad to hear people complain about money, when they spend as much or more every day on DoorDash/Uber Eats, than I do on what I eat for the week (even though I eat more than subsistence as I continue trying to see if I can rebuild all the muscle I used to have).

More and more people have had garbage diets their whole lives, literally from childhood (parents fault).
 
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