MedStar Health Gastroenterology at McLean

Colorectal cancer screening is crucial to maintain digestive health.

Colon cancer is the third most commonly diagnosed cancer in men and woman in the United States. However, when detected early, it’s 90% curable. To help safeguard your health, the American Cancer Society recommends people of average risk be screened every 10 years, starting at age 45. Average risk is defined as those who DO NOT have:

• A personal history of colorectal cancer or certain types of polyps
• A family history of colorectal cancer
• A personal history of inflammatory bowel disease (ulcerative colitis or Crohn’s disease)
• A confirmed or suspected hereditary colorectal cancer syndrome, such as familial adenomatous polyposis (FAP) or Lynch syndrome (hereditary non-polyposis colon cancer or HNPCC)
• A personal history of getting radiation to the abdomen (belly) or pelvic area to treat a prior cancer

Schedule your colonoscopy today and gain peace of mind. Most health insurance plans cover screening colonoscopies for individuals without symptoms. Consult with your insurance provider.