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The following screening recommendations are outlined by the American Cancer Society:
1. Women should get a clinical breast exam starting at age 20, every three years; yearly after age 40; and then mammographies annually starting at age 40. Some women — because of their family history, a genetic tendency, or certain other factors — should be screened with an MRI in addition to mammograms.
2. Women need to get pap tests starting at age 20, yearly; then after age 30, every one to three years, depending on the test your doctor uses and the results.
3. Men and women should get colorectal screening starting at age 50, then every one to 10 years depending on the test your doctor uses.
4. At the time of menopause, be informed about the risks and symptoms of endometrial cancer. Report any unexpected bleeding or spotting to your doctor.
5. Starting at age 50, men should ask their doctor about the pros and cons of the prostate specific antigen (PSA) test and digital rectal exam.
Source: American Cancer Society
Did you know?
Cancer is a generic term for a large group of diseases that can affect any part of the body. Other terms used are malignant tumors and neoplasms. One defining feature of cancer is the rapid creation of abnormal cells that grow beyond their usual boundaries, and which can then invade adjoining parts of the body and spread to other organs. This process is referred to as metastasis. Metastases are the major cause of death from cancer.
Source: World Health Organization
