Colorectal Cancer Alliance shared a post on X:
“At 39, I went to the doctor because I was experiencing rectal bleeding, and my doctor initially didn’t want to order a colonoscopy. I had to push for it, and that decision saved my life. The test revealed stage III colon cancer, and later, genetic testing showed I have Lynch syndrome, a condition that increases cancer risk.
This is why it’s so important to be more than a patient, be a collaborator with your doctor. If something feels wrong, speak up. Ask questions. Push for answers. You know your body better than anyone else, and your voice matters in every exam room.
‘Early detection saves lives, including mine.’ – Jon V.
Today is Lynch Syndrome Awareness Day. Lynch syndrome is an inherited condition that greatly increases a person’s risk for developing colorectal cancer. It is the most common inherited form of colorectal cancer.
Learn more about Lynch Syndrome.
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