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- New research has identified key symptoms linked to an increased risk of early-onset colorectal cancer in younger adults.
- Symptoms to watch for include abdominal pain, rectal bleeding, diarrhea, and iron deficiency anemia.
- Risk factors for colon cancer may include a history of inflammatory bowel disease (IBD), personal or family history of colorectal polyps, or a genetic predisposition.
- An individual’s health status and dietary or lifestyle habits may also play a role.
- Younger adults could lower their risk by maintaining healthy lifestyles, receiving colon screenings when recommended, and considering genetic screening.
In recent years, colorectal cancer has nearly doubled among young adults. Researchers are currently exploring the reasons for this increased risk.
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