A colonoscopy can save a life. When is it time to have one? What risk factors contribute to colon issues? Take our short quiz to find out!
18 or under
19 - 34 yrs
35 - 45 yrs
46 - 59 yrs
60+ yrs
Type II diabetes
African American
Smoke tobacco
Consume 2+ alcoholic beverages per day
None of the above
Inactive: No exercise
Light activity: Exercise 1-2 times per week.
Moderate activity: Exercise 3-4 times per week.
Heavy activity: Exercise 5+ times per week.
Colorectal cancer
Adenomatous polyps
Inflammatory bowel disease (Crohn’s disease or ulcerative colitis)
Rectal hyperplastic polyps
None of the above
Colorectal cancer
Colorectal polyps
Familial adenomatous polyposis (FAP)
Non-polyposis colon cancer (HNPCC)
None of the above
Red meats (beef, pork, lamb)
Processed meats (hot dogs & some luncheon meat)
Meats cooked at high temperatures (frying, grilling, or boiling)
Vegetables
Fruits
Whole Grains
Blood in bowel movements
Recurrent stomach pain, aches or cramps
Fluctuation in bowel habits, such as stools that appear narrow
Unattributed constipation or diarrhea
Unexplained weight loss
None of the above
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