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What age should a man have a colonoscopy?

People at average risk should start regular screening at age 45. People who are in good health and expected to live at least more 10 years should continue regular screening through the age of 75. People ages 76 through 85 should decide with their health care provider whether to continue to get screened.

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Colorectal cancer is the second most common cause of cancer death in the United States when men and women are combined. However, regular screening can find colorectal cancer when it is small, hasn’t spread, and might be easier to treat. Some types of screening can also help find and remove pre-cancerous growths called polyps before they have a chance to turn into cancer. The American Cancer Society (ACS) has guidelines for colorectal cancer screening and recommends people at average risk for colorectal cancer begin screening at age 45. In the most recent guideline update, ACS lowered the age to start screening because studies show rates of colorectal cancer among people younger than 50 are on the rise. ACS experts have determined that screening starting at 45 could help save more lives.

Screening recommendations for those at average risk for colorectal cancer

People at average risk should start regular screening at age 45.

People who are in good health and expected to live at least more 10 years should continue regular screening through the age of 75. People ages 76 through 85 should decide with their health care provider whether to continue to get screened. This should be based on personal preferences, prior screening results, overall health and how long they are expected to live.

People over 85 should no longer get screened for colorectal cancer.

Screening for people at higher risk for colorectal cancer

People at higher risk for colorectal cancer may need to start screening before age 45. They may also need to be screened more often or get specific tests. People at higher risk are those with

A strong family history of colorectal cancer or certain types of polyps

A personal history of colorectal cancer or certain types of polyps

A personal history of inflammatory bowel disease (ulcerative colitis or Crohn’s disease)

A family history of a hereditary syndrome such as familial adenomatous polyposis (FAP) or Lynch syndrome A history of radiation to the abdomen (belly) or pelvis to treat a prior cancer People who think or know they are at higher risk for colorectal cancer should talk to their health care provider. Your health care provider can help you choose your best screening option and schedule. If you’ve delayed your screening appointments or they have been postponed due to the COVID-19 pandemic, talk to your doctor about the steps you can take to safely resume these important tests.

Recommended colorectal cancer screening tests

There are several test options for colorectal cancer screening. There are some differences among the tests. But the most important thing is to get screened, no matter which test you choose.

Stool-based tests:

Highly sensitive fecal immunochemical test (FIT) every year

Highly sensitive guaiac-based fecal occult blood test (gFOBT) every year

Multi-targeted stool DNA test (MT-sDNA) every 3 years

Visual exams:

Colonoscopy every 10 years

CT colonography (virtual colonoscopy) every 5 years

Flexible sigmoidoscopy (FSIG) every 5 years

It’s important that everyone talk to their health care provider about which tests might be good options. You should also check your insurance about payment for each test option. These screening tests must be done at recommended time points to be effective. If you choose a test other than a colonoscopy, any abnormal test result must be followed up with a colonoscopy to see whether you have cancer.

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Gynecologists specialize in women’s sexual and reproductive health care. Physicians who specialize in men’s sexual and reproductive health care — including the diagnosis and treatment of disorders of the male sex and reproductive organs — are called urologists. You can visit a urologist if you’re experiencing any problems with your sexual or reproductive health. An important way for guys to take care of themselves is to have a physical examination when they become sexually active. During a male examination, a health care provider will feel the testicles, scrotum, and penis to check for any lumps. If any of these checks are painful, let your health care provider know — pain may indicate a problem. You can also learn to do a testicular self-exam from your health care provider. Usually a health care provider will perform a rectal exam by inserting a lubricated finger into the anus to examine the prostate gland and check for lumps or swelling in the rectum. The health care provider may also explain about how to reduce the risk of sexually transmitted infections and a man’s role in birth control and pregnancy prevention.

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