xColorectal Cancer - FAQs

Screening for colorectal cancer is recommended for men and women beginning at age 50.

The recommended screening methods and intervals are:

• Colonoscopy (once every 10 years)
• High-Sensitivity Fecal Occult Blood Test, also known as a Stool Test or FIT (once a year)
• Flexible Sigmoidoscopy (every 5 years)

• What screening test(s) do you recommend for me?
• How do I prepare?
• Do I need to change my diet or my usual medication schedule?
• What’s involved in the test?
• Will it be uncomfortable or painful?
• Is there any risk involved?
• When and from whom will I get results?